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You've probably heard of quinoa - it is hailed by some as the new super food. It's high in protein (12%-18%) and contains a balanced set of essential amino acids - this means it's a surprisingly complete protein. It's also high in fiber and iron. And, as if the edible seeds didn't have enough going for them, NASA is thinking about growing it in space. Quinoa is quite possibly the perfect thing … [Read more...]
Baked beans are filled with healthy protein and fiber. This homemade recipe is quick and easy to make and tastes great. Serve it hot from the oven, or enjoy it chilled – either way it's a crowd pleaser. Servings: 12 Here's what you need... 1 teaspoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 yellow onions, chopped 1 (6oz) can tomato paste 1/4 cup tamari (low sodium soy sauce) 4 … [Read more...]
Here is a guiltless way to prepare spaghetti that the whole family will love. To create angel hair noodles out of zucchini you simply need a small kitchen gadget called a spiral slicer. This ingenious tool is well worth the small investment – with it you'll quickly and easily make delicious, fiber-filled noodles. Yield: 4 servings Here's what you need: 4 zucchini, ends trimmed and run … [Read more...]
Personal Chef Christina Dimacali Revealed Her Healthy Cooking Secrets Healthy, delicious food doesn't have to take forever to prepare and you don't have to be a chef to prepare it. Try these scrumptous recipes for busy weeknight cooking (my personal favorites are the Veggie Fried Rice - who knew vegetarian could taste so good - I like it with chicken too).. Christina provides … [Read more...]
Eating out is like gambling with your health. Only God knows what they are putting into our food; salt, fat, and calories are jam packed into even the healthiest of options. Ignorance is not bliss, it's completely sabotaging your weight loss efforts. Face it, if you want to lose weight and transform your body you have to learn to cook. You don't have to become Gordon Ramsay and become a … [Read more...]
Open-faced sandwiches are great for cutting out extra calories while trying to lose weight. This recipe calls for sprouted grain bread, which is flourless bread that is densely packed with nutrients. Store your sprouted grain bread in the freezer, since it is made without preservatives or chemicals to promote shelf life. Yield: 2 servings Here's what you need: 1 sprouted grain bun 2 … [Read more...]
This recipe serves up a refreshing new twist on chicken. Delicious veggies and chunks of tender chicken are coated in a savory sauce, and served over wild rice. It works great as a weekday meal, since it only takes about 20 minutes to make. Servings: 6 Here's what you need... 2 cups wild rice, cooked 1 Tablespoon sesame oil 1 sweet potato, halved and thinly sliced 1/2 cup red onion, … [Read more...]
Tempted to start a dietary detox program? Read this article before you do. I know this time of year you might be tempted to do a dietary detox program to melt off the holiday pounds that crept up. Unfortunately 90% of dietary detox programs are complete crap. You basically starve yourself and fill up on crazy concoctions and potentially harmful supplements. So before you shell … [Read more...]
I put together a must have pantry list for quick, easy, delicious meals & snacks. To make this an even better list add your favorites to the "Speak Your Mind" Section at the bottom of this page. Cereals: Kashi Go Lean (My favorite), Kashi Go Lean Crunch, Barbara’s Bakery Shredded Oats, Barbara’s Bakery Cinnamon Puff Ins, Post Shredded Wheat, Whole Grain Cheerios (feel free to mix … [Read more...]
For most people reckless snacking derails their healthy diet, leaving them frustrated and overweight. Do you eat a healthy lunch only to succumb to the vending machine an hour later? I've got good news for you, if you do. With just a few adjustments to your diet, you can effortlessly kick your snacking habit to the curb. You see, the urge to snack happens when your blood sugar levels … [Read more...]
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