1. buttermilk
   sourdough
2. sprouted whole grain
   rye

Aim to eat breads with whole grains as the first ingredients, such as sprouted whole grain loaves. But skip the ones baked with refined grains, like white breads and many labelled as grain-filled.

1. the fat content
   the flavors
2. the temperature at which it should be served

The biggest difference between ice cream and froyo is the fat content. One cup of vanilla ice cream, which is made with cream, has: 275 calories, 31 grams of carbohydrates, 15 grams of fat and nine grams of saturated fat. One cup of vanilla frozen yogurt, which is made with cultured milk, has: 221 calories, 38 grams of carbohydrates, six grams of fat and four grams of saturated fat. (Also, don't expect frozen yogurt to contain probiotics -- it's hard for those live bacteria to survive the freezer.)

1. true
2. false

Spinach artichoke dip can contain upwards of 1,600 calories, 100 grams of fat and as much as 2,500 mgs of sodium (which is more sodium than a person should have in a day, not just in an appetizer). What makes it so bad for you? To begin with, the saturated fat-laden cream base.

1. fun-sized Halloween candy bars
   potato chips
2. both of these things

Just because they call it a salad doesn't mean it's good for you. Sure, there are greens. But toppings can make a big difference. Adding 1/2 cup of grilled chicken to your salad adds 61 calories, but if you choose fried, instead, the calories jump up to almost 200 -- and that's just for one topping. Ruby Tuesday's Fried Chicken Caesar Salad, for instance, has 2,200 mg of sodium, while a 13.5-ounce bag of potato chips contains 1,836 mg.

1. hand sanitizer
   plain soap and water
2. just water

Studies find triclosan, an ingredient in antibacterial products, may play a role in making bacteria resistant to antibiotics. You don't need it to clean your hands, though. All you need to prevent illness is plain soap and water.

1. yes, especially if you don't choose 100% fruit juices
   yes, especially if you don't make trade-offs in your diet
2. both of these are true

Yes, it can be. Eating whole fruit is a good source of fiber, but turn that fruit into fruit juice and you end up with little to none. An orange, for instance, has 4.3 grams of fiber, while a cup of orange juice has only .5. And what's left is all the sugar: while there are 24 grams of sugar in an 8-ounce glass of Minute Maid orange juice, you may be surprised it's so close to the 26 grams in an 8-ounce serving of Coca-Cola.

1. it lowers self-esteem
   it increases odds of developing an eating disorder
2. both of these can happen

A daily step onto the scale can give you good results with both short-term weight-loss and long-term weight management. But it's not for everyone. Too-frequent weigh-ins are also associated with low self-esteem, possible weight gain, an increased chance of developing an eating disorder and more.

1. calcium
   calories
2. protein

They can be an easy way to add fruits and vegetables to your diet, but smoothies can contain as much or more sugar than soda. Relying on one for your morning breakfast may mean eating 12 percent more calories in your day than if you'd had a piece of fruit instead.

1. Cap’n Crunch
   Froot Loops
2. Honey Smacks

Would you serve Chips Ahoy! cookies for breakfast? Pouring a serving of as many as 44 popular cereals equals a plate of three Chips Ahoy! cookies. And, a 1-cup serving of Honey Smacks cereal contains more sugar than a Hostess Twinkie. Dig'em!

1. a way to prioritize your work
   a way to get more done
2. a way to counteract sitting disease

You can't give up sitting, and you shouldn't, but be sure to take frequent breaks when you sit for long periods of time. Be sure to stand for 8 minutes and move around for 2 for every 20 minutes you sit -- known as the 20-8-2 rule.

1. full-fat (whole)
   low-fat (skim)
2. fat-free (non-fat)

Dairy recommendations have long pointed at low-fat and fat-free as the healthiest options. But emerging research finds milk fats may be beneficial, and, in particular, full-fat dairy eaters may gain less weight and have a lower risk of obesity.

1. high sugar content
   potential digestive problems
2. both of these

Dried fruits in small amounts can be good for you. But it can be easy to eat too many of them, upping your carbohydrate and calorie content. You'd need to eat four cups of fresh plums, for instance, to consume the same 66 grams of sugar you'd eat in one cup of dried plums (prunes).

1. they cause skin infections
   they cause eczema
2. they damage your hair

Loofahs, poufs and other exfoliating brushes may contain bacteria, germs and mold -- including those that can cause boils, rashes, conjunctivitis and other skin infections. If you must, dry it completely between uses and replace it every 3 weeks.

1. a finger
   cotton swabs
2. over-the-counter cerumen softeners

If there's too much, reach for over-the-counter cerumen (wax) softeners, not swabs. Cotton swabs were not made to clean your ear canal. In fact, using one could push wax deeper, against the eardrum, which can become painful and require a healthcare professional to remove. So leave the wax alone -- it's normal, and it provides a barrier against bacteria and more.

1. have patience
   pop it
2. put toothpaste on it

It's patience, not popping, that solves a pimple problem. Popping a zit can push bacteria into it, which can cause infection. Popping can also leave a permanent mark behind. If you need to dry it up in a hurry, try an over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide product.

1. empty
   potent
2. powerful

While you may reach for them because they're low-fat, pretzels are high in sodium and nutritionally empty.

1. creamy
   crunchy
2. full-fat peanut butter

Reduced-fat peanut butters cut the fat, usually by about one-third, but they replace that missing fat with sugar, usually doubling it. Stick with small portions of full-fat peanut butter, a good source of healthy monounsaturated fats -- and choose types without added oil or sugar.

1. asthma
   certain cancers
2. both of these

Scented candles and incense may make your home smell great, but some studies have associated their smoke with indoor air pollution, certain cancers, asthma and skin irritation.

1. agave nectar
   molasses
2. neither of these

Corn syrup and molasses are liquid sweeteners, but they're still sugar. Agave nectar, which is a sugar substitute made from agave cactus nectar, hasn't been proven to be any better nutritionally than sugar.

1. fat
   fiber
2. gluten

Don't believe the hype: eating a gluten-free diet when you don't have to can be unhealthy -- and you won't lose any weight. Cutting out gluten-rich grains cuts out important nutrients, which could cause constipation, fatigue, hair loss, mood changes and more. You can't self-diagnose a gluten problem, but there are tests your doctor can order for an answer.

1. granola
   malt-o-meal
2. steel-cut oatmeal

While certain brands (and homemade) may be exceptions, most granola -- and granola bars, aren't the healthy breakfast or snack we assume they are. In fact, just one cup of the stuff can reach 600 calories and is usually packed with sugar and fats.

1. cure the common cold
   prevent age-related diseases
2. there are no scientifically proven benefits

Scientific evidence shows that taking a daily multivitamin can't cure the common cold, prevent age-related diseases or help you live longer.

1. steel-cut oats
   rolled oats
2. instant oats

The thing about oatmeal is that the more of the whole grain you eat, the better it is for you. Most instant oatmeal lacks the fiber of other types and uses guar gum as a thickener instead.

1. trouble concentrating
   weight gain
2. both of these things

Weight loss can happen quickly during the first 6 months on a low-carb diet. But for most people, the weight quickly returns after that -- and the carb-restriction could end up slowing down your metabolism. Plus, your body needs a minimum of 130 grams of carbohydrates every day to keep your brain running smoothly, according to the Institute of Medicine, and low-carb diets can limit your intake to half that.

1. canned vegetables
   fresh vegetables
2. frozen vegetables

The canning process can rob some foods of vitamins and nutrients, and many canned vegetables can be high in sodium -- canned tomatoes, for instance, can be as much as 15 times higher in sodium than the low-sodium option. In addition, some canned foods, in particular, green beans, contain up to 200 times the safe level of the industrial compound Bisphenol A (BPA).

1. McDonald's Big Mac
   Subway footlong Big Philly Cheesesteak
2. they are the same

The average Subway sandwich has about 780 calories, higher than those from McDonald's, which average about 580 calories. But if you're not choosing wisely you could be eating double the calories and sodium than if you'd gone to McDonald's. Subway's footlong Big Philly Cheesesteak, for instance, lands at about 1,000 calories and 2,560 grams of sodium. If that sounds like a lot, it is. McDonald's Big Mac, which many of us assume is worse, has 550 calories and 970 grams sodium.

1. bad advice
   good advice
2. it depends on your age

Pain doesn't mean you're pushing yourself hard and getting a good workout. Pain is your body telling you that you're injured. Take a rest, and if you still have pain after a few days, it's time to have it checked out by your doctor.

1. yes, low-fat foods are the best for heart health
   yes, low-fat foods are the best way to lose weight
2. no, low-fat foods don't satisfy hunger

When it comes to fats, there's no reason to pass on (full-fat) monounsaturated fat and omega-3 fatty acids -- they help keep your immune system strong, and your brain, gut, heart and nervous system healthy. But if the fats aren't from healthy sources, pass.

1. sports drink
   water
2. either

Sports drinks were developed to replace electrolytes in athletes. If you're not exercising at least 60 to 90 minutes on a hot summer day, you'll be better off without all the extra sugar. Stick with water.

1. it's non-toxic
   it's slightly toxic
2. it's highly toxic

DEET has been the most effective insect repellent since 1950, and it comes in sprays, lotions, towelettes, among other convenient options. Although it's the best for repelling mosquitoes, ticks and other biting bugs, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency considers DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide) "slightly toxic" to humans. If you choose to use DEET-based repellent, doctors recommend those with concentrations between 20-50 percent.

1. yes
   no
2. sometimes

While snacks shouldn't be more than about 200 calories, look for meal replacement bars with about 400 calories. And don't forget to check out the label. Some brands contain as much or more sugar than a candy bar, while others can have dozens of ingredients.

1. it can cause depression
   it's linked to metabolic syndrome and diabetes
2. both of these

The artificial sweeteners in diet soda can trigger your body to start storing fat, which equals weight gain. And that can mean a growing waistline, an increased risk of elevated insulin levels and has also been connected to a 30 percent higher chance of depression than if you didn't drink soda. Additionally, certain sweeteners, such as aspartame, are considered potentially dangerous by the EPA.

1. daily
   every few months
2. they're self-cleaning

An informal survey by Consumer Reports found as many as 59 percent of people who use a humidifier don't clean it daily. And 25 percent clean it only once or twice a month. Because your humidifier is a good environment for mold and bacteria to grow, it's important to clean the tank daily to prevent inhaling harmful microorganisms, which can lead to what the Consumer Product Safety Commission experts call humidifier fever.

1. no, they may increase your appetite
   no, they may cause harmful side effects
2. research suggests these are both true

In the '70s, evidence suggesting artificial sweeteners may not be so great emerged, and saccharine was given a warning label -- which it had for decades. Some people report bloating and stomach pain from certain artificial sweeteners made from sugar alcohols, such as aspartame. Best of the bunch? Dentists like xylitol because of its ability to fight cavity-causing bacteria.

1. yes, as long as you don't cook above 500 degrees F
   yes, as long as you preheat the empty pan first
2. no

Cooking for just 2 to 5 minutes at high temperatures can release toxic fumes from the Teflon, a synthetic polymer called polytetrafluoroethylene. These chemicals, some of them known to cause cancer, are associated with flu-like symptoms in people, known among scientists as "polymer fume fever."