- By Priyanka Munshi
- Fri, 21 Jul 2023 11:14 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
On July 21, people celebrate National Junk Food Day and the snacks we like to eat. Junk food is defined as processed, calorie-dense food that is heavy in fat, sugar, and salt but lacking in nutrition. Junk food consumption is frequently considered sinful when people's diets and lives come under increased scrutiny.

According to WebMD, junk food is frequently unhealthy, but when eaten sensibly and deliberately, it can offer important nutrients including vitamin A, B6, B2, folate, protein, calcium, and iron. These foods tantalize taste buds, are nutrient-rich, and give the body the nourishment it needs. These five junk meals will tempt your taste buds while also giving you the nutrition you need.
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Cheese

Cheese—everyone gets happy when they hear about this word, especially when it's with pizza. Cheese itself is not bad for you, but adding too much of it is. All types of cheese are excellent sources of calcium and protein. The finest options are old, hard cheeses like Parmesan or sharp cheddar. Also, cheese increases vitamin intake when combined with nuts or fruit.
Sweet Potato Fries

Potato Fries are not just popular in India but around the world. For individuals who desire fries, sweet potatoes are the ideal substitute because they are a nutritious, low-sugar alternative to ordinary potatoes. It is a healthier alternative to ordinary potatoes because its name does not imply a high sugar content.
Dark Chocolate

According to WebMD, Consuming dark chocolate in moderation makes it healthy. They are popular, healthful junk meals with less sugar. These bitter chocolates taste powerful, are high in protein and fiber, and are challenging to eat too much of. Chocolate bars with 70% cocoa content are appropriate for this use.
Tortilla Chips And Salsa

With little effort, you can make tortilla chips at home. For a nutritious snack, slice tortilla flatbreads, air-fry them, and then combine tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, onions, and pepper. Enjoy your tasty and healthy snack without using bagged chips.
PopCorn

Whole-grain snacks are satiating and healthy for movie night. Making them at home with store-bought popcorn kernels gives you control over the amount of butter and oil used, and you can experiment with different flavors like parmesan cheese, cinnamon sugar, and chili powder.
