With there being so many ways to eat it, it’s no surprise that shrimp is the seafood consumed by Americans most often. In addition to being so delicious, shrimp actually contains a variety of nutrients, too. Not only is it high in protein and low in calories, but it is also rich in selenium, zinc, …
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That’s right, Cinco de Mayo is here, and with it, one big food-fueled fiesta. Sure, it’s not the celebration of Mexican independence that so many of us think it is. True, it’s really not as extravagantly celebrated elsewhere as it is in the U.S., but that’s not going to stop us from enjoying the tasty benefits of …
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If you’re managing your cholesterol levels, chances are you may be a little apprehensive about eating out at restaurants. Have no fear! Armed with the right tools and nutrition information, you can find some really great menu choices out there that can help you love eating out while you manage your cholesterol levels. One of the best (and tastiest!) …
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First, we recommend giving up the guilt over your food and drink choices. A healthy lifestyle is about the big picture, a picture rich in nutritious, high-quality foods and accented with some indulgence like an occasional drink with dinner. Second, moderation is key! Whether your drink of choice is a frosty pint of beer, a velvety …
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Environmental sustainability is considered one of the biggest trends in the restaurant industry right now (that and healthier menu choices). Restaurants large and small are taking steps to be more environmentally friendly. According to the National Restaurant Association, this trend is even spinning off into smaller trends that are forever changing how restaurants operate and how …
If you are feeling the effects of stress this month, you are not alone. In fact, April is Stress Awareness Month. If taxes and busier schedules have you feeling less than relaxed right now, make sure to include movement in your schedule every day, and indulge in good-for-you foods shown to help relieve stress and …
July, Park and Recreation Month, is the perfect opportunity to get inspired with new experiences that can also help you lose weight, build muscle, boost your mood and start working on those long term healthy habits. The words “healthy weight loss” often inspire feelings of dread, deprivation and flat out rebellion when you start thinking …
Courtesy of Greatist “I’m doing this for me” is a powerful mantra, but individuality isn’t always a help when it comes to weight loss. According to new research, people are much more successful at losing weight when they’re part of a group. One study found groups of people given financial incentives lost more weight than individuals …
You may have heard the term intuitive eating in recent years. This more mindful approach to food is believed to help people tune into meals and make the best choices for them. Forget fad diets, restrictive eating and deprivation. Intuitive Eating is about getting back to the basics of savoring food from start to finish. …
Start up the grill and try this delicious marinade on your favorite cut of meat, seafood or fresh seasonal veggies. Makes 2 Cups Ingredients: 3/4 Cup Yellow Onion 1/2 Cup Green Onion 1/8 Cup Olive Oil 1/8 Cup Sugar 1 Lime, peeled 1/8 Cup Jalapeno 1/8 Cup Soy Sauce* 1/8 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar 5 Cloves Garlic 1/2 Tsp …
