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French Asparagus, Tomato, and Red Pepper Pizza
Nutritionist's Tip: For a crispier pizza, bake it on a pizza stone—a heavy, round slab that simulates the brick bottoms of some commercial pizza ovens. For the best results, place the pizza stone on the lowest rack of the oven. Number of servings: 4 Ingredients: 1 cup...
Fish Soup with Green Beans and Cherry Tomatoes – Mediterranean Diet
Number of servings: 2 Ingredients:170g white fishPepper4 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil1 teaspoon minced garlic1 leek, thinly sliced½ green bell pepper, thinly sliced30g unsalted tomatoes1 cup chopped green beans1 bunch asparagus, chopped and halved2 cups baby...
White Bean and Kale Soup – Cholesterol 0 mg
Number of servings: 12 3 cups cooked white beans (2 cans or 1 cup dried)1 tablespoon olive oil2 cups chopped onion2 cups chopped carrots12 cups cleaned and chopped kale1 cup white wine2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary10 cups vegetable...
Why do some vegetarians eat meat after getting drunk?
A large number of vegetarians have admitted to eating meat when intoxicated. Research has shown that one-third of vegetarians consume meat when drunk, and 69% of those who do keep it a secret from friends and family.
Lunch Ideas for Kids: The Sweetest Back-to-School Return
Fall is upon us, which also marks the beginning of a new school year. If you’re a parent, grandparent, guardian, or caregiver, chances are you’re packing a lunchbox. We understand that this can become repetitive and that thinking about what to pack every day can be daunting…
Choose Heart-Healthy Foods
Heart-healthy eating involves selecting specific foods, such as fruits and vegetables, while on the other hand, it involves restricting other foods, such as saturated fats and added sugars…
Proteins
The Protein Foods Group includes all food made from seafood; meat, poultry, and eggs; beans, peas, and lentils; nuts, seeds, and soy products. Beans, peas, and lentils are also part of the Vegetable Group.
Stock Your Pantry with Healthy Staples
Smart food choices become easy when you’re prepared. Having healthy options at home is crucial for successful weight loss. Keep these smart choices on hand for quick and delicious meals and snacks. A great meal at home doesn’t require expensive or exotic ingredients, and you certainly don’t have to be a master chef.
5 Tips for Healthier and Tastier Meals
Make a few simple changes in food preparation, and you’ll have another healthy meal to add to your collection. Below, we give you 5 ways to prepare healthy meals. Use your imagination and experiment to find other ways to create healthy recipes.
8 Healthy Snack Ideas for Weight Loss
Snacking is often associated with weight gain. This is especially true if you reach for typical processed snacks that contain a lot of added sugar, unhealthy fats, and sodium; in short — nutrients that won’t support your weight loss goals.