Rachel, I’m so excited to hear more about Zoës Kitchen and your focus on the Mediterranean-style of eating! The Mediterranean diet is receiving rave reviews from respected health organizations and nutrition advocates. I like to refer to it as a way of eating and not a diet, because it really emphasizes healthy eating and a …
Consulting with a dietitian or your physician would be the first step in determining the best diet for you to follow. However, in general, following a heart healthy diet and limiting added sugars would be a good start if you have been told to watch your triglycerides. This means limiting saturated fat (which is found …
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Q: Is tea a good choice at restaurants? A: This time of year, as the weather cools off and cold and flu season heats up, tea can be an especially appealing choice when eating out at restaurants. Not only can it be soothing, but tea is also known to contain antioxidants—compounds that can help heal cells …
Food is my life. I think about it, talk about it, research it, play with it and of course, eat it – every.single.day. In my free time, I love creating new meals and desserts in the kitchen, exploring new markets and trying new flavors at restaurants. So, when I got pregnant, I never would have …
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Makes 4 Servings; Analysis for 1 Salad with 1 fl oz of Balsamic Dressing Ingredients: 24 oz spinach 1 cup fresh corn 2 oz crumbled goat cheese ½ cup dried cranberries 1/3 cup slivered almonds Balsamic Vinaigrette: ¾ cup olive oil ¼ cup balsamic vinegar 1/8 tsp salt 1/8 tsp pepper 1 tsp minced garlic …
With Thanksgiving around the corner, many families across America are purchasing sweet potatoes (or yams) for their big meal. When at the grocery store, you might notice that the term “yam” and “sweet potato” are interchangeable, thanks to USDA labeling requirements. However, there is quite a big difference between yams and sweet potatoes, both physically and …
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Have you heard? Wednesday April 2nd, was Whole Grain Sampling Day. Whole Grain Sampling day is a unique opportunity organized by the Whole Grains Council that gives everyone the opportunity to try whole grains at favorite restaurants, cafeterias and more all day long. Talk about some whole grain love! A whole day when you’re offered dishes, …
Q: What’s the healthiest way to order shrimp? A: If you’re a fan of shrimp, you probably know there are plenty of different ways to prepare this succulent little shellfish, and restaurants use them all. When it comes to enjoying shrimp AND maintaining a healthy diet, some of those shrimp dishes are better choices than others…at …
For more than 20 years, Cotixan has been serving both traditional and contemporary takes on cuisine from the Mexican state of Michoacan. The “soul of Mexico,” as Michoacan is also known, is home to a diverse population and an equally diverse cuisine known for its hearty and comforting qualities as well as its characteristic ingredients …
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Makes 1 Serving Ingredients: 2 1/4 Cup Spinach 1/4 Cup Dried Cranberries 1 Mango, Cut into Chunks 1/2 Cup Strawberries 1/4 Cup Pecans 1/4 Cup Carrots Directions: In a large bowl, mix dried cranberries, mango, strawberries, pecans and carrots. Stir in your favorite fat-free citrus dressing, then add baby spinach into bowl. Toss well. Nutrition …
