Great question! The mornings can be such a rushed time, and it’s so important to get a healthy breakfast in to kick-start your metabolism. Many people think skipping breakfast will help them lose weight. However, these people are probably more likely to make unhealthy food choices and overeat later on in the day. At Healthy Dining, …
Today’s top choice is the Fit & Focused Farmer’s Scramble at Black Bear Diner. Get your day started right with this hearty scramble of spinach, tomatoes, squash, mushrooms and egg whites topped with Jack cheese. Paired with fresh fruit and whole wheat toast, this Healthy Dining choice is a well-rounded pick for protein, nutrition and all-day …
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Courtesy of Shopwell Last time I checked, white isn’t in the rainbow, but that doesn’t mean you should ignore the white-colored fruits and vegetables! According to the White Vegetables: A Forgotten Source of Nutrients, a scientific roundtable conducted at Purdue University, there is no specific subgroup for these fruits and veggies – they are lumped in …
By Mary Parsons, MS, RD The team at Fruits & Veggies–More Matters is serious about giving people tools that support the creation of healthy plates, and one of our new favorite resources is its Give Your Plate a Makeover campaign. The site provides a visual gallery of not-so-healthy plates and then gives each one the MyPlate treatment – and …
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Italian cuisine goes far beyond pizza, pasta and meatball sandwiches. In fact, depending on the region – Rome, Tuscany or Sicily – you may find polenta or risotto instead of pasta, lamb instead of seafood or flatbread versus thicker-crust pizza. But no matter where your Italian fare hales from, it’s guaranteed to include simple ingredients …
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When it comes to healthy eating, making sure you are getting the right amount of each food group in your daily diet can be a little tricky. Or at least it was before the USDA released the “MyPlate” graphic in June of 2011. This model of eating is a simple way to make sure that …
The Mediterranean diet has become very popular in recent years mostly because of its health benefits. Studies indicate that the diet can help improve heart health and reduce the risk of cognitive decline. In addition to these health benefits, many choose to follow the Mediterranean diet for weight loss. Here are some of the basic …
Whether you’re looking for a classic steak without the fuss of a high-priced steakhouse or a crisp salad made just the way you like it for a quick workday lunch, Sizzler has the dietitian-recommended menu choices and comfortable atmosphere you’re looking for. Today’s top choice is just one of their many Healthy Dining choices, the 6 oz. …
Today’s top choice is the Lemon Basil Salmon at Luby’s. Salmon is an excellent way to add healthy omega-3 fats to your diet. This salmon is seasoned with the fresh flavors of lemon and basil and cooked to juicy perfection. Pair this lean protein entrée with a vegetable side, like spinach or fresh broccoli. Take the …
Calories aren’t always thought of in the best light. Whether we’re counting calories or cutting calories, we never seem to give a ‘hip-hip-hooray’ for all that calories do for us. Calories are absolutely essential to keep us alive and going. They provide the energy needed to function: to keep body parts and organs moving, to …
