Nuts: Some research shows that eating nuts regularly lowers LDL cholesterol levels by as much as 16 percent. They not only deliver fiber and healthy fats but also pack in heart-healthy vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin E and magnesium. Add them to your snack or toss a handful in a salad, yogurt, and cereal.

Healthy fast food options are out there to satisfy your cravings and help with weight loss. Watch calories and sodium levels and focus on high protein dishes.

Keep these 8 dietitian-recommended fast food soup options when on-the-go. Soup season is here once again. In an ideal world, we would all have ample time to don our coziest fit and cook up a big pot of homemade soup on the stove.