We’re always hearing about the dangers of supposedly unhealthy foods, from white bread to chocolate. But what if some of these foods are healthier than you think? It’s true that too much sugar, fat and salt can increase the likelihood of health issues such as obesity and heart disease, but that doesn’t mean all foods that contain them are off-limits. Eaten in moderation, they can be part of a healthy diet – and they can even have some surprising health benefits.

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover 31 nutritionist-approved ‘junk’ foods that fit into a healthy diet, counting down to the most surprising of all.

We’ve based our ranking on how surprisingly healthy each food is, taking guidance from a registered nutritionist and official sources.