Food Alternatives

As a Certified Health Coach I spend much time informing people about substituting healthy foods like rice. Many people wonder if it’s okay to substitute brown rice and white rice. White rice and brown rice can substitute for each other in recipes, side dishes or salads. Although expect a change in taste and texture due…

A big part of my job as a nutrition coach is to help athletes develop a proper hydration strategy, and this always turns into a conversation about Gatorade. It’s a fine product, but there are many alternatives available that are better in different situations. So, what are the best Gatorade substitutes? The best Gatorade substitutes…

Potato flakes are useful in many different cooking methods. Some of my health coaching clients have used them and ask me about a healthier alternative for various reasons. Therefore, let’s take a look at the best potato flakes substitutes. The following is potato flakes substitutes: In this article I’ll examine the substitutes including their tastes,…

Yukon Gold potatoes are one of the most popular white potatoes. During my health coach sessions some clients have asked me about alternatives to them for various reasons. Let’s take a look at the best substitutes for Yukon Gold potatoes. The following is Yukon Gold potato substitutes: Russet potatoes Huckleberry Gold potatoes Red Bliss potatoes…

Russet potatoes are one of the most popular varieties. During my health coaching sessions some clients have asked me about alternatives to them for various different reasons. Let’s take a look at substitutes which can be used in place of russet potatoes. The following is russet potato substitutes: Yukon Gold potatoes Idaho potato Red potatoes…

Sweet potatoes are a healthy choice but if you’re thinking about a Ketogenic diet, they are carbohydrate heavy. For this reason many of my health coaching clients will ask me, what can I substitute for sweet potatoes in the Keto diet? Here are Keto low-carb substitutes for sweet potatoes: This article will include a side-by-side…

Potatoes are carbohydrate heavy which is why some people may want to use an alternative. During my health coaching sessions some clients have asked me about alternatives to them for various different reasons. Therefore, let’s find out the best low carb potato substitutes. The following are the best low carb potato substitutes: In this article I…

Traditional mashed potatoes may be the most popular potato variety. They’re versatile but during my health coaching sessions some clients have asked me about alternatives to them for various different reasons. Therefore, what are mashed potato substitutes? The following are mashed potato substitutes: What’s even better than these alternatives by themselves is they will add…

Ground beef is one of the most versatile ingredients for cooking. However, too much isn’t the healthiest. For this reason many of my health coaching clients will ask about substitutes during our sessions. Therefore, what are ground beef alternatives? The following are ground beef alternatives: Ground turkey Ground chicken Tofu Portabella mushrooms Tempeh Textured vegetable…

During my health coaching sessions many of my clients often ask about alternatives for different types of fish, including sea bass. It may be availability, price or just wanting to try something different. Therefore, what are sea bass substitutes? The following are the best substitutes for sea bass: Haddock Lingcod Monkfish Wahoo Mahi mahi Grouper Striped…

Trout is a popular fish but there may be reasons someone would want to find a replacement. During my health coaching sessions many of my clients ask about alternatives for fish like trout. Therefore, what is a good substitute for trout? The following are the best replacements for trout: Rainbow trout White Sea bass Chilean…

As a Certified Health Coach specializing in nutrition, many of my clients ask about types of fish and their alternatives. Even though cod is healthy, there is a few reasons why someone would want to find alternatives. Therefore, what fish are similar to cod? The following are the best cod alternatives: Black cod Pollock Haddock…

There are many reasons someone would want to replace quinoa with another food. Many of my health coaching clients ask me about food alternatives including quinoa. Therefore, let’s find out, what are good replacements for quinoa? The following are quinoa substitutes: This article will compare each one of their tastes, textures, cooking methods and times….

Despite their nutritional similarities, fruits and vegetables are not nutritionally equal. Both have significant differences, and they’re used for different purposes. But is it okay to substitute fruit for vegetables? It’s not permissible to substitute fruit for vegetables entirely. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend consuming 2 1/2 cups of vegetables and 2 cups of…

If your recipe calls for mahi mahi, you may need to use another fish. Therefore, let’s find out, what are mahi mahi substitutes? The following are mahi mahi substitutes: This article will compare all the flavors, tastes, textures and more with mahi mahi. In addition, I’ll compare all their nutritional values. Other types of fish…

For whatever reason, sweet potato flour may be unavailable, or you may want to use another flour instead. Wondering what healthy alternative can be used, you may ask, what can I use instead of sweet potato flour? The following are sweet potato flour substitutes: This article will list and explain each substitute, including how they’re…

Let’s examine what is the best substitutes for sweet potatoes. The following are the best alternatives to sweet potatoes: This article will list and explain each alternative, including how they’re similar and different than sweet potatoes. In addition, I prepared a table comparing the nutrients of each alternative to sweet potatoes and each other. Disclaimer:…

A controversial debate about salads, should salad be served in a bowl or a plate?  Salad should be served in a bowl if you’re eating a large serving. The bowl’s high sides help to keep the ingredients inside. Salads should be served on a plate if you’re eating a smaller salad. Restaurants prefer salad plates…

With over 500 different types of mangoes, which mango is best for pickling?  The best mangoes for pickling are sour, firm and fleshy. In addition, unripe, green mangoes are good for pickling. The following varieties are the best mangoes for pickling: Any raw mango will do for pickling but they’ll taste and perform differently when…

Many recipes require balsamic vinegar, so what happens when you run out? This may lead you to ask, what is the best balsamic vinegar substitute? The best balsamic vinegar substitute is black fig vinegar. It’s the closest type of vinegar to balsamic because it has many of the same properties contained in it. The flavor…

Sometimes, people are forced to choose alternatives to spinach when cooking. As a Certified Health Coach, I’ve identified five of the best. The best alternatives for spinach when cooking include kale, swiss chard, arugula, romaine lettuce, and escarole. These alternatives have similar nutrients to spinach like vitamin A, K, iron, and calcium. Many vegetables can…

As a Certified Health Coach I’ve learned some people can’t eat pomegranate due to various reasons. The only solution is to get an alternative source of nutrients and flavor.  The best alternatives for pomegranate in salad include lemon, raspberries, cranberries, blackberries and dried barberries. Like pomegranate, these alternatives are tasty, have as much nutritional value as…

During my health coaching sessions many people ask me about substituting certain foods like avocado. Fortunately, there are some avocado alternatives in sushi. The best alternatives for avocado in sushi include cucumber, hummus, garlic paste, cashew butter, salmon, edamame, eggs and pesto. More unique potential substitutes to consider include broccoli and chia seeds.  This article…