Introduction

What are some best bets for eating well? Mark Glen, a registered dietitian at Mayo Clinic offers his top picks. These 10 health foods are some of the healthiest because they:

• Are a good or excellent source of fiber, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients
• Are high in phytonutrients and antioxidant compounds, such as vitamins A and E and beta carotene
• May help reduce the risk of heart disease and other health conditions
• Are low in calorie density, meaning you get a larger portion size with a fewer number of calories
• Are readily available

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