By Mary Parsons, MS, RD Because we’re always looking for new and exciting ways to fill half of our plates with fruits and veggies, today we’re following up with a second post in our MyPlate Makeover series featuring our favorite healthy plate transformations from our partners at Fruits & Veggies – More Matters. In our last installment, we …
This top choice is a hot one for cold days! The Macau Shrimp and Rice Noodle Soup at Elephant Bar isn’t just your average soup. Take your taste buds on an adventure today with wok-fired bok choy, shiitake mushrooms, sweet onions, scallions, red and green peppers all in flavorful broth and served with succulent shrimp …
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With the obesity epidemic reaching epic proportions in America, it’s clear that “light eating,” isn’t our strong suit. Big gulps, double bacon cheeseburgers, super-sized fries – it’s no secret that American portion sizes have ballooned in recent years and that options for a quick food fix are seemingly limitless. In fact, studies show that the …
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Make your holidays extra sweet without the guilt, thanks to healthy dessert recipes like this Fresh Fruit Trifle from Catherine Katz over at Cuisinicity. Loaded with fresh fruit and creamy yogurt, this healthy dessert makes a beautiful addition to a special holiday table or buffet, and with so much fruit, it’s lower in calories and fat than …
Sure, you can pack a healthy lunch with last night’s dinner leftovers, but do you really want to? Life is especially busy right now, so take a break and treat yourself to a healthy lunch out at a restaurant today instead. These 20 dietitian picks are just some of the diet-friendly menu choices you can …
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Is eating healthier one of your goals? If so, you are most likely looking for new ways to add fruits and veggies to your diet. Fruits and vegetables are essential to a healthy diet, and they contribute a wide variety of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytochemicals to your meals. For those focused on weight loss …
By Anita Jones-MuellerNovember 30, 2016 It may be time to throw out the one-size-fits-all box. As research and technology progress, the idea of personalization for optimal health has gained momentum. Wearables provide more and more data on our individual health habits. Terms like “personalized lifestyle medicine” are becoming more and more mainstream, and unique recommendations …
Also known as: Guacamole Likes: Garlic, lemon or lime juice Dislikes: Browning in the open air, getting stuck in a dark brown bag to ripen Hobbies: Getting dressed up and being the life of the party with his spicy pal Salsa, ripening to perfection in the warm Californian and South American sun Find him: Topping everything from salads, soups and …
Loaded with fruits and vegetables, this salad from Fresh to Order is a great way to add variety and nutrients to your diet with a hint of fall flavor. Makes 2 Servings Ingredients: 1 Cup Romaine lettuce, core removed, chopped into 1/4″ pieces 3 Cups Baby Field Greens (with Spinach) 1 Tbsp Golden Raisins 1 …
By Rachel Rothman, M.S., R.D. At Healthy Dining, we love talking about and celebrating nutrition! Sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, National Nutrition Month® takes place every March. It is a month-long celebration of good food and balanced nutrition. The emphasis is on making informed decisions when it comes to the food you are eating, …
