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Mediterranean Cuisine: The Fountain of Youth on a Plate

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Most people agree that Mediterranean meals taste great. And nutritionists consistently claim that following a Mediterranean-style diet – fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish and a daily glass of red – promotes longevity. Most people agree that Mediterranean meals taste great. And nutritionists consistently claim that following a Mediterranean-style diet – fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fish …

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Which Foods Can Help Me Manage My Cholesterol?

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If you’re managing your cholesterol levels, chances are you may worry about eating out at restaurants.  The good news is that restaurants and many of their tempting menu choices can actually HELP you manage your cholesterol levels.  It’s all about making the best choices for your health goals whether that’s managing cholesterol, lowering blood pressure or weight …

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Gold’s Gym Golden Plate Awards Announced by Chef Robert Irvine

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By Rachael Derr, RD Gold’s Gym, an authority on health and fitness, has just announced the winners of the “Golden Plate Awards.” The Golden Plate Awards recognize the top ten restaurants that offer healthy and delicious meals to their customers, making dining out a realistic part of their diet and fitness goals. Who better to …

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The Top Choice is… The Wood-Grilled Filet Mignon Dinner at Bonefish Grill

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Think you can’t have a steak if you’re trying to follow a healthy diet?  Think again!  Steak lovers can have their beef and eat it too, when they opt for a dietitian-recommended choice like today’s featured pick!  This Wood-Grilled Filet Mignon Dinner at Bonefish Grill includes a USDA Choice “center cut” served with steamed broccoli included as …

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The Top Choice is… The Lump Crab Wedge Salad at Seasons 52

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If fresh, seasonal and flavorful is what you have in mind for your meal, look no further than today’s featured choice, the Lump Crab Wedge Salad at Seasons 52. This indulgent salad served in a fine dining atmosphere is made with sweet fresh crab over crispy vegetables. Zesty mustard dressing and yuzu vinaigrette finish off the …

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The Top Choice Tabouli & Melon Salad at Karl Strauss Brewing Company

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This crisp and refreshing salad is anything but average.  Organic spring mix, crumbled goat cheese, melon, strawberries, toasted almonds and whole-wheat tabouli are combined with cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, mint, and raspberry-hazelnut vinaigrette for a savory sweet choice.  Fruit, veggies and whole grains make this a nutritious choice that could be habit-forming.  Healthy Dining’s dietitians recommend …

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Make Half Your Plate Fruits and Vegetables: Adding Fruit

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Earlier this year, USDA unveiled the new MyPlate model, replacing MyPyramid.  While there has been some disagreement and confusion over the new model since it was revealed, this streamlined “How to” of healthy eating sums up the basics quite nicely: Eat fruits and vegetables, lean protein, whole grains and low or non-fat dairy and drink …

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