Developed countries have access to a variety of options to the healthier foods that replace conventional ones. Plant species have a signifi cant role in healthy nutrition and examples reviewed in this article (Persea americana, Prunus amygdalus, Helianthus tuberosus, Anacardium occidentale, Lens culinaris, Carica papaja, Panicum capillare, Cicer arietinum, Ficus carica, Glycine max, Avena sativa) can represent good replacement for the easily accessible fast food which is in majority of the cases unhealthy one. It is important to know how to make a responsible and well-based choice without being infl uenced by the marketing tricks. Th e willingness to accept suggestions and advices when it comes to choosing healthy food and creating nutritional habits that lead to a better quality of life is very personal. Once the healthy lifestyle is pursued, it will enable physical, mental and social well-being. Th is article sought to motivate individuals to approach their dietary habits conscientiously and responsibly by selecting new foods available on our shelves and at the markets.