8 Food Trends That Shaped Healthy Eating Habits in 2019

As expected, 2019 introduced us to a slew of innovative eats that changed how we snack, shop and serve. I spoke to LiveStrong for this piece about whether these trends (and others) are total fads or actually worth keeping in 2020.

If you do decide to try the low-carb trend, keep in mind that there’s no one-size-fits-all keto diet, Maya Feller, RDN, nutritionist and author of The Southern Comfort Food Diabetes Cookbook, tells LIVESTRONG.com.

“It’s based on the individual and how their body reacts to a diet over time,” she says, adding that, generally, it’s best to stick to whole and minimally processed foods so you can avoid overdoing it on sodium or saturated fat, both of which increase your risk of long-term health risks associated with the keto diet. Look for foods with a short ingredient list and no trans fats, often listed as hydrogenated oils on labels.

Feller also recommends looking for snacks that contain nutrients Americans commonly lack (like calcium, vitamin D, potassium and fiber), as well as being mindful of a food’s actual serving size, because some packages contain more than one.