Welcome back for the last segment of my review of this Yahoo Health article. You can find the first, second, and third segments linked.
Frozen Meals
- Low-calorie frozen breakfast foods such as those from Kellogg’s, Aunt Jemima, and Pillsbury—and a special mention for the low-calorie, whole grain offerings from Van’s
- Low-calorie, vegetable-focused frozen meals in the 150- to 350-calories-per-package range, especially the Amy’s brand
I like what the author is trying to convey here: low calorie, whole grain or vegetable-laden prepared foods. If the choice is between these prepared foods and fast food, these would win, hands down. However, these things are prepared foods, which means they probably have all sorts of salt, sugar, and other preservative ingredients. These convenience foods are good occasionally, when you’re on the go, but I wouldn’t make it a habit to eat these items all the time–even if you don’t think you have the time to cook, you do! That’s what this site is for.
Beans
- All beans, dried or canned
- Health Valley canned bean/chili combinations
- Low-fat or fat-free refried beans
I think, along with the fruits and vegetables, this is perhaps one of the best suggestions of the whole list. Beans provide all sorts of essential nutrients and contains lots of fiber, which fills you up and keeps you full. And, beans are versatile-you can use them in nearly everything, and it doesn’t have to be complicated: like linguine with navy beans, tomatoes, and basil.
Snacks
Make it a point to eat starchy, crunchy snacks only in conjunction with a food from the Anytime List. For example, have fruit with popcorn or soup with crackers. Fill up on the former, and go easy on the starchy snack.
This isn’t really food, but good solid advice. Keep snacks to a minimum, and balance a baddy with a goodie 
Protein Foods
- Legumes: beans, peas, lentils, chickpeas
- Soy products: bean curd/tofu, meat-replacement products by Boca, Gardenburger, Yves, and Lightlife
- Seafood: fresh (do not fry!), smoked, canned, frozen
See, beans are so good, they get a second mention! Really, folks, beans are your friend. I really should post more bean recipes! I also really like tofu, but I’m afraid to cook with it. I love Boca and Gardenburger products, but I’ve never heard of the other brands. I’m sure it’s not so hard, and perhaps Jaden can help me out with some good ideas? Finally, they mention seafood, but not any other kind of meat. Meat is an excellent source of protein, and it’s not all fattening. If you get red meat, make sure it’s lean. Other good sources are chicken and turkey.
And that concludes my discussion of the items on Yahoo Health’s 127 (204? 437? 6?) Foods That Fight Fat. Some do, some don’t, some are questionable. Now you know 
Check back next Wednesday for a new edition of “Wholesome Wednesday!”
