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For many people, a diet that helps prevent heart disease may sound like a guarantee that the food will be bland, flavorless, and dull. Delicious food doesn't have to be full of fat, sodium, sugar, and other unhealthy ingredients in order to be flavorful. On the contrary- knowing how to combine flavors, how to bring… Continue reading Foods That Help Prevent Heart Disease
Eating lean meats, vegetables, fruits, and grains is imperative to a healthy diet. But how many times can you eat grilled chicken, steamed broccoli and brown rice for dinner before you’re banging your head against the wall? You might think the answer lies in high-calorie marinades or fatty cream sauces to make dishes savory and exciting… Continue reading 25 Ways To Add Flavor To Meals Without Lots Of Calories
I frequently find myself reaching for magazines rather than finding articles online- something about the tactile experience is more enjoyable (which is also why I love a good book!). A while back, I found an article that highlighted smart food substitutions that help improve eating habits. After all, if we can incorporate changes that we… Continue reading Food Swaps That Are Healthy And Delicious
I saved an issue of "Real Simple," magazine for many years, because of the wonderful snack suggestions and the information about why snacking is beneficial. The advice is tried and true- and is still available on the Real Simple website even today. Here are a few of my favorite excerpts from that issue. If you… Continue reading How To Snack Smarter
The previous post, How To Read Nutrition Labels, deciphered how to read the new labels which are intended to clarify the contents of the food we eat. Often what's represented as "healthy," may not be. Remember that the percentages shown on labels are for only one serving. So, the total value of the ingredients need to… Continue reading What Are We Really Eating?