Would it surprise you to learn that a hamburger and fries can be a healthier choice than a salad? All too often salads are loaded with fat. Even if you omit the meat and cheese, the croutons and dressing are big fat traps. Find out which types of salad should raise alarm bells, and how you can make healthy, flavorful and satisfying low fat salads instead.

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