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August 27, 2009
Hi there,
Ok, here’s a food-related question. If you’re eating healthy chances are, that like me, you’re preparing lots of delicious, meals using fresh ingredients. Since I’m spending more time cooking, I’m starting to spend even more time scrubbing dishes. How can I cut down on my clean up time, and food build up?
Thanks
Carie
Guilt-Free Dessert
August 27, 2009
The best way to chill out at the end of a sizzling summer day is with a refreshing frozen treat. This guilt-free dessert is sure to keep you cool and satisfied.
Chilled Espresso Custard
Description
Even dessert requires a little variety from time to time. If you’re looking for a change, try adding this tasty alternative to your dessert repertoire.
Serves 4
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups 1% low-fat milk
2 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons sugar substitute
2 teaspoons espresso powder or instant decaffeinated coffee
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Ground cinnamon, for garnish
Lemon twists, for garnish
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, sugar substitute, espresso powder or coffee, and vanilla extract until well blended. Pour into four 6-ounce custard cups or ramekins and place in a 10″ skillet.
Fill the skillet with water to 1/2″ from the top of the custard cups. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove the cups from the skillet, cover with plastic wrap touching the surface of the pudding, and refrigerate for 3 hours, or until chilled. Garnish with the cinnamon and lemon twists.
Nutritional information:
110 calories
3.5 g fat (1.5 g sat)
13 g carbohydrate
6 g protein
0 g fiber
80 mg sodium
110 mg cholesterol
Source: SouthBeachDiet.com
Portion Control: A Better Method?
August 25, 2009
“Giant silverware makes the portions look smaller, so you don’t feel guilty about eating so much.”
What’s the Best Exercise Routine for Weight Loss?
August 20, 2009
Edith asks:
I’m looking to add more exercise to my daily routine to help me lose weight, but I’m confused on what to do first. I haven’t done a daily exercise routine in awhile. What’s your favorite type of exercise? What do you suggest I get into first? Cardio? Walking? Thanks for any advice.
Healthy Home-Style Brunch
August 20, 2009
Whether you’re planning a brunch with family and friends this coming weekend or looking to add variety to your diet, this classic late-morning meal is not only healthy but also filling and flavorful.
Description
Eggs baked in a casserole make a classic late-morning dish that’s easy to prepare. This one gets added flavor and nutrients, including vitamin B6, folate, and potassium, from baby spinach and onions.
Make-Ahead: Ham and spinach can be prepared 1 day ahead and stored in separate covered containers in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes
Serves 8
Ingredients
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
4 (1-ounce) slices lower-fat, lower-sodium boiled or smoked ham (not honey glazed), cut into thin strips
4 ounces baby spinach, chopped (4-5 cups)
12 large eggs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat oven to 350° F. Lightly coat an 8″ by 8″ glass baking dish with cooking spray.
Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add ham and cook 3 minutes more. Transfer to a large bowl.
Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan. Add spinach and cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes. Add to the bowl with the ham and onion mixture.
Whisk together eggs, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Pour half of the egg mixture into the baking dish. Scatter onion, ham, and spinach mixture on top of eggs. Cover with remaining egg mixture. Bake until eggs are set and lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm.
Nutritional information:
170 calories
12 g fat (3 g sat)
3 g carbohydrate
13 g protein
0 g fiber
340 mg sodium
Source: SouthBeachDiet.com
A Good Excuse for Not Dieting?
August 15, 2009
“I would go on a diet, but I’m afraid my brain would get thinner, and I’ll become narrow-minded.”
Jicama, Tomato, and Black-Bean Salad
August 12, 2009
Rich in fiber and protein, black beans are also a delicious (and perhaps unexpected) source of disease-fighting antioxidants, and they provide folate, magnesium, and iron. Looking to include black beans in your menu? Try adding them to salads, soups, and main dishes. Here’s a recipe to get you started.
Makes 2 (1-cup) servings
Description
Jicama, a delightfully crunchy Mexican root vegetable, is often eaten raw in salads and slaws. Tossed with a zesty lime dressing and mixed with beans and juicy tomatoes, it makes an easy, irresistible salad that’s perfect with anything from the grill. Prepare a double batch and take it along to your next potluck — just be ready to share the recipe!
Prep time:15 minutes
Ingredients
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 can (15-ounce) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 small jicama, peeled and chopped
1 plum tomato, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons diced red onion
1/8 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Whisk together lime juice, garlic, and cumin in a large mixing bowl; slowly whisk in oil. Add beans, jicama, tomato, onion, and cilantro. Toss to combine, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
This recipe is from The South Beach Diet Quick & Easy Cookbook.
Nutritional Information
190 calories
11 g total fat (1.5 g sat)
22 g carbohydrate
4 g protein
9 g fiber
400 mg sodium
How to Combat Night Time Munchies
August 12, 2009
Heather Bauer from Nu-Train comments:
It’s all too often that my clients tell me they are “good” all day and then when they settled in for the evening in front of the TV they just couldn’t hold it together any longer! Sundown snackers will grab anything that can’t run away and call it a snack. A handful of cookies, a sleeve of crackers, six ‘portion controlled’ packs of chips…. Nothing is safe! And of course the calories mount up.
Most of us do this because the evening is the only part of the day when we can really relax. The rushing around is behind us and we feel, if only subconsciously, that we deserve a reward. Also, while we may be distracted all day by overlapping demands, the evening is finally a time to call our own. Whew! Another frantic day done. Time to unwind. Time to comfort ourselves. Time to, well, eat!
Of course, excess calories are the biggest negative to evening snacking. But there are others. Late-night eating can cause you to sleep poorly and wake up tired and with a food hangover to boot.
I have a host of solutions to this common dilemma in my book, but here’s one tip that really works: the Turkey Solution. I discovered this trick myself to curb my own night time munchies.
Keep three or four quarter-pound bags of sliced turkey (from the deli) in the fridge. Choose low-sodium turkey and avoid honey-roasted, smoked or spiced turkey. Each of these ¼ pound bags will have only about 150 calories. If you’re really, truly hungry, the turkey will satisfy you (and give you a tryptophan boost which will help you sleep.) But if you’re just munching, after a few mouthfuls of turkey, you’ll call it quits.
What late-night snack buster solutions work for you? Leave your comments below.
Source:
Nu-Train
Should You Hate Stretch Marks?
August 10, 2009
“If vertical stripes make you look thinner, why do women hate stretch marks?”
Fast Food Tips for Vacation?
August 6, 2009
Fred asks,
When I’m traveling there are usually only fast food restaurants for miles. Does anybody have any suggestions to select a healthy fast food meal, that is low in calories? Thanks.
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