Is Mexican Food Healthy?

Registered Dietitian Dives Into The Nutrition Profile Of Mexican Food

I always hear people calling Mexican food “heavy”, “unhealthy”, and “high-fat”. I believe that most Americans are exposed to restaurant versions of Mexican food instead of authentic homemade Mexican food.

Authentic Mexican food is typically more plant-forward. Homemade Mexican food includes nopales, zucchini, fresh beans, corn tortillas, chayote, lentils, and more. This is a typical meal you will see if you eat at one of our homes:

Mexican food can be well-balanced and healthy, especially when it includes a variety of fresh, whole ingredients and is prepared using healthy cooking methods. Have a more indigenous-based and plant-forward approach, and you can enjoy the rich flavors of Mexican cuisine while maintaining a balanced diet.

Mexican food can indeed be healthy! CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!!

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