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We are starting a new year and most people (at least statistics show most) have made New Year’s resolutions. Usually topping the list is losing weight.

This week the corner will give you some choices on eating “skinny” potato chips. We all love potato chips and to watch a favorite TV show with a bag of chips is pure heaven. Read on and check out some of these “skinny” chips.

Kettle brand Baked Potato Chips, Sea Salt and Vinegar. This is a tart and tangy chip with some zip. The chips are made with real potatoes, sunflower oil, sea salt and vinegar. Here is the great news: the chip has 65% less fat than the regular chip and the taste is good.

Cost, $3.80

Popchips Original Potato. Lighter than air, potato chips taste yummy! These chips are not fried or baked but rather popped. The popping using heat and pressure giving the chips the “lighter than air” effect.

The good news: A three (3) ounce serving, about 23 chips, has only 120 calories and 4 grams of fat. You’ll love the lightness and crispness of these chips.

Cost, $3.00

Baked Ruffles Original Potato Crisps: The Ruffles Original Potato Crisps are a classic crowd pleaser. The ruffles potato crisps are baked. You get all the potato flavor without the greasy taste. This is a tasty chip that everyone will love and it’s healthier for you because it’s baked.

Cost $3.70

Dutch Gourmet Sea Salt Chips: These chips are thick and this makes them great for dipping. The chips are crunchy and they have a light salty taste.

The chips are low in saturated fat, which will help those watching their cholesterol levels.

These chips taste great with different dips, so be creative and try a new dip.

Cost: $4.00.

Food Should Taste Good Blue Corn Chips: A delicious tortilla chip made from blue corn, oat fiber and brown rice; and the healthiest of all ingredients – flax seeds. This is a healthy alternative to the other brands described. They do taste good and make a great cracker.

Cost: $3.25.

Alternatives:

Want an alternative to the potato chip then try good ole popcorn. Air popped is the best for you. More healthy than the microwave brands. You can find various brands of popcorns, in different styles including low fat, low calorie and in a size best for your food plan.

Popcorn provides fiber and everyone needs fiber in their food plan. Popcorn can be added to mac-n-cheese, casseroles, soups and even in sundaes. You can add seasonings to the popcorn to get a new, zesty, spicy, tangy or sweet taste. There is cheddar, lime, salt, black pepper, Mrs. Dash’s seasonings. Use what’s in your kitchen or go out and buy what may become a gourmet popcorn.

Enjoy your choices and what a time, with Super Bowl coming up. Get your munchies and settle down to watch a great game with your favorite chip or popcorn.