When making chocolate chip cookies, an all-time favorite comfort food, substitute white flour for well-sifted wheat flour. Wheat flour is an excellent source of whole grain nutrients. Use only egg white or egg substitute, rather than the whole egg. Consider using a sugar substitute such as Splenda for baking in place of sugar and use miniature chocolate chips in place of regular chips. Oatmeal and raisins or mashed banana are excellent, healthy, additions to chocolate chip cookies. Use a cookie scoop to control the portions and size of the cookies.

Get Some Flax Quick Tip: Add flax seeds to baked goods, meat loafs, and breading for fried foods. They add a slightly nutty flavor and are an excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids. Flax seed is an excellent source of fiber, whole grain nutrients, and is believed to lower bad cholesterol, protect against heart disease, and battle certain cancers such as breast and prostate cancer. One tablespoon of ground flax seed and three tablespoons of water can be used as a replacement for one egg as it will bind the ingredients together. These are just a few great solutions to enjoy comfort food favorites without compromising your health.