The unhealthy truth about 11 "healthy" foods

From low-fat yogurt to certain fruit juices, plenty of foods out there are wrongly perceived as healthy. We'll spotlight 11 and tell you why they're not what they seem.

	Wellness Wire   What if a food you believed to be healthy turned out to actually work against you? Today we're lifting the veil on nearly a dozen supposedly healthy foods that have long benefited from clever marketing strategies or just good old-fashioned mythology. On the flip side, one item you won't find on our list of food frauds is balsamic vinegar, a tart treat with positive potential far beyond its usual role as a simple salad dressing.   11 So-Called Healthy Foods That Aren't So Healthy After All From low-fat yogurt to certain fruit juices, plenty of foods out there are wrongly perceived as healthy. We'll spotlight 11 and tell you why they're not what they seem. Read on   7 Health Benefits of Balsamic Vinegar Increasing claims are suggesting that balsamic vinegar can contribute to weight loss, low cholesterol, and even a glowing complexion. Read on ADVERTISEMENT How Many Calories Can You Burn on an Elliptical Trainer in 30 Minutes? Exercising on an elliptical trainer is an effective form of cardio. But how many calories does a half-hour elliptical workout really burn? Read on Real or Fake? How to Check Online Health and Medical Claims Don't fall for another exaggerated medical claim. Our health editor gives a checklist of what she asks before publishing an article online. Read on Sign up for our nutrition newsletter Get expert, evidence-based guidance on nutrition and weight loss. Subscribe One app to measure all your activity Download Argus now to track your steps, sleep, and more. Get the app Follow Us View in browser Did a friend send you this email? Subscribe here. To see all newsletters, click here. Privacy Policy  |  Unsubscribe © 2017 Healthline Media 660 3rd Street, San Francisco, CA 94107