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McDonald's isn't exactly the healthiest place to grab a bite to eat. But, that doesn't mean that there aren't healthy options available! In fact, health experts say that one of their desserts can actually be eaten every day without causing major damage to your diet!
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“The Fruit 'n Yogurt Parfait has 150 calories and 4 grams of protein, making it a good snack.” – Gina Consalvo, MA, RD, LDN, tells Eat This, Not That!
This healthy treat is also considered one of the healthiest items you can order at McDonald's, along with the chain's Egg McMuffin, Sausage Burrito, and Fruit and Maple Oatmeal.
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Though the Fruit 'N Yogurt Parfait is listed under McDonald's "Snacks and Sides" menu, it's the recommended option for those who are looking for a healthy and sweet treat from the chain. The parfait combines low-fat yogurt, strawberries, blueberries, and the chain's low-fat granola. Together, these ingredients make a healthy and delightful addition to the McDonald's menu and your diet plan!
But, you still need to be mindful of the parfait's sugar content. It has about 23 grams of sugar from the yogurt, fruit and granola combined.
“[The Fruit 'N Yogurt Parfait is] not really a full meal as much as a grab-and-go starter, this relatively new addition to McDonald’s menu does what it’s meant to do: offer a light and lively choice on a menu otherwise devoted to bacon and eggs,” Consalvo continues.
Were you surprised to hear that health experts recommend eating the Fruit 'N Yogurt Parfait from McDonald's? Let us know your thoughts and other healthy eating tips in the comments below!
