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10 Things to Banish from the Dinner Table

It's the one time of day we all sit down together, so why not make the most of it? Follow these 10 tips for making every meal healthier, tastier and more rewarding for all. (12 Photos)

Michele Bloomquist on Aug 31, 2011 at 5:49PM

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10 Things to Banish from the Dinner Table

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The (Really) Bad Fat

You’ve probably heard about good fats and bad fats. Trans fats, or partially hydrogenated fats—like stick margarine—were once touted as being better (or at least healthier) than butter, but current science says these artificially created fats might be just as bad for your heart as saturated fat, or even worse. If you usually serve butter or margarine with bread, try replacing it with a dish of heart-healthy olive oil for dipping instead. Many processed, prepackaged and frozen foods also contain trans fats, so read labels carefully before serving them up.