The annual food fest known as the holidays is still upon us; however the New Year is also right around the corner. If you want to pare off some post-holiday pounds, your instinct may be to cut out an entire food group. No bread or potatoes-too many carbs. No chocolate-too fattening.

In certainty you can be doing your diet a disservice. As said by the experts, forbidding certain foods can backfire, thanks in part to fad diets that aren't based in solid science, notes Milton Stokes, MPH, RD, a Connecticut-based dietitian. The real key to loss your weight? Mind your p's and q's—look at portions and pick quality, nutrient-rich foods. Now, how 5 foods typically dismissed by dieters can help you slim down.

1.)Bread
Slim-Down Effect: It contains carbohydrates, which boost brain chemicals that curb overeating.

2.)Pasta
Slim-Down Effect: It is a high fluid content keeps you satisfied longer.

3.)Potatoes
Slim-Down Effect: Form resistant starch which is a fiber that burns fat.

4.)Cheese
Slim-Down Effect: It is a great source of calcium, which burns calories and fat.

5.)Dark chocolate
Slim-Down Effect: It satisfies a common craving to prevent bingeing.

Labels: Five Foods you should never ditch when you diet