Good: Grapes
Better: Raisins
Why: A serving of raisins packs more iron. It also has more of the nutrient that kills cavity- and gingivitis-causing bacteria.

Good: Tomato
Better: Cherry tomato
Why: A serving of cherry tomatoes has more lycopene than a serving of regular

Good: OJ
Better: Orange
Why: Oranges have half the calories and just as much vitamin C as the juice

Good: Potato
Better: Sweet potato
Why: Sweet potatoes have more fiber for regularity and vitamin A to keep eyes healthy

CLOSE PRINT

4 Easy Ways to Make Healthier Choices Make a few small nutritious changes and your family will start chowing down and eating better By Parenting Good: Grapes Better: Raisins Why: A serving of raisins packs more iron. It also has more of the nutrient that kills cavity- and gingivitis-causing bacteria. Good: Tomato Better: Cherry tomato Why: A serving of cherry tomatoes has more lycopene than a serving of regular Good: OJ Better: Orange Why: Oranges have half the calories and just as much vitamin C as the juice Good: Potato Better: Sweet potato Why: Sweet potatoes have more fiber for regularity and vitamin A to keep eyes healthy