Healthy Mexican Recipes

12 Ways to Make Mexican Food Healthy

Take your fiesta from fatty to fit with these smart swaps, sizzling spices, and more

By Emily G. W. Chau fitbie

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Buy a Bottle

At about 100 calories a pop, your best drink option is a light beer, says Iserloh. Bottles make it easy to count how many liquid calories you’re consuming (although really you should keep it to one serving). To add a dash of flavor, ask the bartender to salt the rim of your glass and garnish it with a fresh slice of lime.

Need some motivation to keep your portions in check? Take a look at this tongue-in-cheek poster

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