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Spring into better health by cleaning the pantry

With spring often comes spring cleaning. You may have a chance to clean your house inside and out.

However, what about your pantry? If you’re trying to lose weight or adopt a healthy lifestyle, consider these questions.

“There are many reasons to consider cleaning out your pantry,” says Amanda Leisenheimer, who is a registered dietitian with Mayo Clinic Health System. “You might have set a New Year’s resolution to start eating healthier, but still have old temptations waiting for you on the shelf. Removing those temptations from your grasp will help you stay on track with your goals.”

Throw away old unhealthy enticements and replace with new, healthy options, such as:

Low-sodium pretzels, hummus, light popcorn, baked chips, low-sodium nuts, such as peanuts, almonds or walnuts, canned salmon tuna or smoked herring, extra-virgin olive oil and quinoa

“Keep in mind herbs and spices can expire and can lose their potency, causing your favorite recipes to have different tastes,” she adds.

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