This time of year, health-conscious diners face a challenge: how to navigate creamy soups, rich meats, pies with delicious flaky crusts, and other fatty, salty, and sugary foods while enjoying the flavors of the season. “The holidays really can have adverse health effects beyond just weight gain,” says Jamie Cooper, Ph.D., an associate professor in the department of foods and nutrition at the University of Georgia. Read on to discover the incredible foods that are healthier than you think!

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