The Sandwich Ingredient You Need to Stop Using NOW…

One common food that I see a lot of is the use of mayonnaise on sandwiches. I often say that if you actually knew what was in mayonnaise, you probably wouldn't eat it. With egg yolks, sugar and salt topping the ingredient list for most popular mayonnaise varieties, it's clearly not a choice that will make you more healthy and beautiful.  Although there are many varieties of mayo today, from vegan versions to ones made with healthier oils such as olive or canola, the one tip I often give when it comes to adding more zip to the sandwich is to look beyond mayonnaise to other, more beautiful spreads-ones that provide just as much taste and a whole host of health benefits to go with it. 

The easiest most convenient swap is mustard.  Even the cheap yellow kind!-is one of the most beautiful spreads out there. Why? Because it's got lots of turmeric-a spice (main active ingredient, curcumin) that's been linked to everything from improving liver health, decreasing the risk for certain cancers and even helping as a treatment for tendonitis. Use mustard on sandwiches or mixed into canned salmon or tuna for a yummy seafood salad option.  

Be creative and try a black bean, avocado or even an edamame hummus spread. There's a beautiful world beyond the calorie- fat- and sugar-laden mayonnaise. Your sandwiches-and your body-are screaming out for a different choice.