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Great news: Potatoes can help you slim down. Don't worry about the carb factor, because experts say potatoes aren't in the same league as sugary sweets and refined flour. So put the spud back in your dinner rotation -- they're healthy after all, and they'll help you stay full longer, too.

CafeMom is all over making a meal out of the trusty potato. Nothing hard about this dish -- just wrap potatoes in foil, cook them in the crock pot on low for eight to 10 hours, then unwrap and top with healthy add-ons. How about steamed broccoli, tomatoes, salsa or maybe some turkey chili?

You might also want to mix it up with sweet potatoes in your salads, soups, breakfast dishes and more.