Like This? Try This!

Eating healthy can feel like a chore sometimes. Students might miss all of the comfort foods they enjoy but luckily there are healthier favorite food alternatives.

Like chocolate chip cookies? Try dark chocolate and whole-wheat flour! “Oats and whole-wheat flour provide the whole grain, and a little dark chocolate never hurts,” according to Cleveland Clinic.

Like fettuccine alfredo? Try a cauliflower blended sauce! “The key to a tasty fettuccine alfredo is a creamy sauce. By cooking and blending cauliflower to a smooth puree, you get the mouthfeel of butter and cream without the high calories and fat,” according to Food Network.

Like ice cream? Try adding protein powder and healthier toppings! “Chocolate protein powder adds staying power to tasty protein ice cream. Maple syrup lends a touch of sweetness, while peanut butter powder provides nuttiness for a flavorful sweet treat. Toppings like cacao nibs and crushed peanuts provide a satisfying crunch,” according to EatingWell.