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Foods 9 nutritionists never eat at barbecues

This June 29, 2013 photo shows, from left, the Italian, sweet peach and Hawaiian hot dogs in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)(AP/Matthew Mead)

Although dietitians recommend eating everything in moderation and not considering any foods off-limits, I know many are particular about what they choose to eat — and what they feel better about avoiding. Barbecue season is no exception. Here’s what nine nutrition experts around the country will be saying “no thank you” to this summer:

Potato Salad
1. Potato Salad “I will never touch potato salad with lots of hard-boiled eggs and homemade mayo because often the eggs spoil out in the heat, which can lead to foodborne illness. Instead, I look for fresh salads without any eggs or dairy in them. Not only do they tend to be a little lighter and lower in fat, but they’re also safer out in the sun.” — Abbey Sharp, registered dietitian, blogger and YouTuber at Abbey’s Kitchen (Thinkstock)
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Potato Salad
This June 8, 2015 photo shows bratwurst grinders with apple, cheddar and sauerkraut in Concord, N.H. (AP Photo/Matthew Mead)
Summer is here, and that means it's time to fire up the grill. An expert butcher offer his best tips on selecting, and cooking, meat this summer. (Thinkstock)

 

[See: Healthy Substitutes for Mayonnaise.]

[See: What’s Really in Those Meatless Meats?]

[See: 10 Picnic Food That Won’t Spoil in Warm Weather.]

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