10. Olive oil
These days more than ever, the words “fat” and “oil” tend to send health-conscious individuals running in the opposite direction. However, the story with fats and oils is much the same as it is with carbohydrates. In other words, there are both “good” and “bad” varieties. Olive oil is a certified member of the good group and it deserves a place in everyone’s kitchen due to its health-promoting properties, which include an ability to reduce the risk of heart disease. One surprising study found that a diet that includes olive oil was actually better at reducing the risk of heart disease than the typical low-fat diet.