Six delicious foods that are surprisingly good for you

We've all heard about superfoods and the greener the veggie, the better it is for you. But here are some of your favourites that you might've shunned. They still have their benefits, but in smaller quantities.

• The media is flooded with conflicting advice about healthy eating. It may seem impossible to decide what is best included in your diet and what is best left out.

The following foods may not be traditionally touted as health foods, but in moderation, they are tasty and nutrient-dense additions to any diet.

• The most obvious benefit peanut butter provides is a healthy dose of protein, but it also contains a mixture of carbohydrates and fat, making it a well-rounded snack.
• Additionally, peanut butter is a good source of vitamin E, which tames bodily inflammation and protects against free radicals.

• Before you chug down a few glasses, keep in mind that moderation is key.
• That being said, wine has surprisingly been reported to reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.
• Red wine has also been linked to a reduced risk of colon cancer.

• Nowadays, we associate corn with high fructose corn syrup. With green juices and kale being all the rage, you might also be tempted to assume that corn is not a nutritious vegetable.
• However, corn contains antioxidants and is a natural system cleaner.
• It is also the perfect ingredient to bulk up and sweeten a bland salad.

Much like corn, potatoes are another natural food that get a bad rap.

• Sure, french fries are an unhealthy way to consume potatoes, but that doesn't mean the food itself is evil.
• Potatoes are a healthy starch that provide carbohydrates for energy and keep you full.
• They also have potassium, and even a bit of protein.

Many will be relieved to hear that there are health benefits to moderate coffee consumption.

• Coffee enhances your ability to burn fat.
• It also contains riboflavin, magnesium, and potassium--all valuable nutrients.

Mushrooms boost immune system function.

• Several kinds of mushrooms also contain selenium, vitamin D, and vitamin B2. Vitamin B2 converts carbohydrates into fuel, fights free radicals, and is thought to prevent cataracts and migraines.

• It is useful to note that organic versions of the above foods are far superior to versions with additives.
• For example, some peanut butters contain added sugar and hydrogenated soybean oil, while others do not.
• Also, mushrooms that are grown in pesticides will absorb them. Keep this in mind when searching for the cleanest foods for your diet.