A Healthy Spin on Dessert – Chocolate-Zucchini Cupcakes
If there ever was a food match made in heaven, its chocolate paired with zucchini. I’m not sure why this particular blend of flavors goes so well together, but I’m just glad it does. Think of this “marriage” of two foods sort of like macaroni and cheese – comforting, wholesome, and delicious. It never gets…
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Tex Mex Pasta Salad
Looking for a change from mayonnaise-loaded pasta salads? Then get ready to lighten up summertime pasta by swapping out half the noodles for plenty of veggies. Here’s a salad that is not only carb-conscious but also loaded with protein – a perfect combo! What makes this meal even better is if you think of it…
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Answers To Why Exercise for Prediabetes Is Essential
While receiving a diagnosis of prediabetes can come as a complete shock, it’s also a wakeup call to taking better care of yourself. One way to begin is by becoming more physically active. Increasing movement each day improves energy and stamina but best news of all, it reduces risk of common complications associated with diabetes…
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Guidance on healthy grilling 101
There’s nothing quite like firing up the grill distinguishing summer from all other seasons. The sounds, smells and tantalizing taste of barbequed meat are one of a kind. However, before you get to grilling nonstop, there can be some health drawbacks to this mainstream Americana ritual. Should you forego grilling completely? Fortunately you do not….
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Tasty Zucchini Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips
Now here’s a healthy twist on zucchini bread you can really sink your teeth into. Moist, not too sweet, with a healthy fruit, veggie and even chocolate, what more could you want? Certainly taste is a huge factor and this quick bread does deliver. Of course, with this recipe I’ve pared down on the amount…
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8 plant-based foods surprisingly packed with protein
Mention the word, “protein,” and images of cattle, chicken or fish come to mind. But are animal sources our only supply of this vital nutrient? The answer to this is “no.” While nutrition information keeps pointing to the importance of protein, animal sources are not our only and best source of this nutrient. Many plant-based…
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Peanut Butter Yogurt Fruit Dip
Being a mom, I have made plenty of peanut butter dips over the years. In fact, one of them was so popular, that the entire elementary school requested it for a school fundraising event as part of their snacks for the kids. But here’s a peanut butter dip I think is even better. Only 3…
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Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots
I absolutely love roasted vegetables. From Brussel sprouts to asparagus to broccoli, roasting veggies brings out their best. But roasted carrots are special. You know how raw carrots can sometimes taste slightly bitter? And if you’re not totally sold on them to begin with, you may be avoiding them altogether. But roasting vegetables mellows the…
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Hormones in beef: Should you worry?
When it comes to food, everyone has an opinion and each of us have many questions. Take beef for instance. It seems you either eat it or you don’t. And if you choose not to, one concern for avoiding it could be the fear of hormones in beef. How do we know beef is safe…
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Spring Pea Salad with Strawberries
Have you ever wanted the perfect salad that will “WOW” everyone over? You’ve finally found it. Spring Pea Salad with Strawberries practically shouts, “Welcome Spring” and with a stellar dressing, it’s THE best salad of the season. Stunningly beautiful to look at, packed with nutrients, and just as delicious, this salad will go splendidly with…
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