May 16/New York/USA Today -- Contrary to popular belief, many healthy foods are no more expensive than junk food, according to a large new government analysis.
In fact, carrots, onions, pinto beans, lettuce, mashed potatoes, bananas and orange juice are all less expensive per portion than soft drinks, ice cream, chocolate candy, French fries, sweet rolls and deep-fat fried chicken patties, the report says.