If we receive a gift basket this year – we're supposed to throw these items out...
Edible gift baskets are popular – but if you get one – proceed with caution. If you’re watching your weight or blood pressure – toss out the processed cheese and meat – they’re super high in sodium and other bad stuff. Cookies and fruitcakes should really go too – the gift basket types usually have a lot of preservatives – it’s like eating plastic. And if the crackers are not whole grain – more bad news.
If you like giving edible gifts – consider dark chocolate, fruit and nuts – those are all pretty good for you. Substitute the overly preserved stuff with a bottle of wine – and you’ve got a fairly healthy gift to enjoy.
Source: Dr.Michael Aziz, Diet Expert, Lenox Hill Hospital
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