Healthy Eating for Every Phase of Your Life
These 20 featured fast food meals are just a taste of the delicious, dietitian-recommended menu items you’ll find on HealthyDiningFinder.com. By Mary Parsons, MS, RD The abundance of seasonal treats makes healthy eating during the winter holidays enough of a challenge, but we also have to contend with the hectic holiday time crunch. As easy …
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Today’s featured choice is the Wonton Happiness tossed salad at Sweet Tomatoes. One of several dietitian-recommended choices at the popular buffet restaurant, the Wonton Happiness choice does not disappoint! With nutritious leafy greens, sweet mandarin oranges, crisp wontons and tangy dressing, one cup of this top pick clocks in at just 100 calories and overflows …
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While the quantity of fruits and vegetables is key, so is the quality (or more specifically, the variety) of the fruits and vegetables you take in. This is because of the variety of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytochemicals found in fruits and vegetables. Join the Healthy Dining Club!Get the Latest News, Coupons, Recipes & Special …
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The DASH diet has been shown to help lower blood pressure and blood cholesterol, as well as reduce the risk of kidney stones, osteoporosis, Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease and congestive heart failure. DASH stands for “Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.” This ground-breaking randomized controlled study, first published in the New England Journal of Medicine in 1997, demonstrated …
The holiday season is prime time for treating yourself to a special dinner out, but that doesn’t necessarily mean mass quantities of butter, cream, bacon and cheese! By Mary Parsons, MS, RD The holiday season is prime time for treating yourself to a special dinner out, but that doesn’t necessarily mean mass quantities of butter, …
Ancient grains are a modern trend. Although seemingly paradoxical, many ancient grains have skyrocketed into recent popularity. Grains like teff, kamut, spelt, amaranth, and quinoa are making an appearance in everything from restaurant dishes to popular cereal brands. By Rebecca Brundidge What is all the new buzz about? According to the Whole Grains Council, the …
Dietitian-recommended, protein-packed menu choices at restaurants. Today’s top choice serves up lean protein in a most tempting way. This Ancho Salmon at Chili’s takes seared chile-rubbed Atlantic salmon and drizzles it with spicy citrus-chile sauce then tops it with chopped cilantro and queso fresco for a blend of tantalizing flavors and textures. Served with citrus-chile rice and …
There is just something about appetizers. Often saved for special occasions or more decadent meals, appetizers are often overlooked in the day-to-day rush of meals. We think it’s time for that to change. Not only can they be a smart way to keep extreme hunger (and overeating) at bay, but appetizers can also be a …
Sodium, sugars, and saturated fats are the three S’s often talked about by health professionals, government agencies, and the media, because when consumed in excessive amounts, they present dangers to our health. Let’s break them down one by one. SodiumSodium is an electrolyte essential for our bodies—but in moderate amounts. Excessive sodium intake can lead to …
If nibbling on a California roll is the extent of your Japanese food experience, you might consider getting better acquainted with this tasty fare. If nibbling on a California roll is the extent of your Japanese food experience, you might consider getting better acquainted with this tasty fare. Japanese cuisine is often regarded as one …
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