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We have all read the litany of “tips’ to “maintain don’t gain’ during the holidays including focusing on mindful eating, staying active, and planning ahead. The recommendation to eat slowly, to allow your brain to register that you are full is asuggestion that is frequently made. Many of the tips, like “avoid grazing” are common […]
A grande latte from Starbucks will cost you about 190 calories. Yes, calories cost, as you have a calorie bank just like you do money in your bank account. You only “get” a certain amount of calories each day if you are trying to maintain and not gain weight. Being mindful about how you spend […]
The late great Chef Anne Burrell famously said, “salt and pepper are not married, they are just dating.” Pretty much all you need to know about this duo is packed into that quote, however, I will elaborate. Salt (aka, table salt, kosher salt), is a flavor enhancer. It lifts the flavors of a dish and […]
The joy of the holiday season is upon us! This time of year is a wonderful time to connect with family and friends and celebrate our many blessings. For many of us, the holidays can mean a break from regular routines, reduced physical activity, eating more calorie-dense foods, increased stress and subsequent weight gain. This […]
A few years ago, pink Himalayan salt started cropping up everywhere: discount stores, grocery stores, gift shops, and gourmet shops. It is a beautiful color and is often branded as a healthier alternative to sea salt or regular table salt. Pink Himalayan salt is from a salt range in the mountains in Pakistan. It is […]
This issue is clearly one that many of you have an interest in. A blog posted in 2016 and updated in 2021, FIVE Ways to Avoid Gas with Beans, is one of our most read blogs. In fact, if you ask Google how to avoid gas with beans, the AI overview cites our blog. When […]
It is not quite yet fall, however, the days are getting shorter and cooler so we know it’s coming. This salad is a great way to usher in the season. It is an interesting main dish and is super quick, thanks to using canned beets. You can also use roasted beets that you can sometimes […]
Popcorn is a great snack. Let me qualify that- some kinds of popcorn make a great snack. Movie theater popcorn or microwave popcorn is not what I am talking about. The popcorn itself is what makes it good, but the fats added to it – butter or other saturated fat – make it an unhealthy […]
When you tell someone what gazpacho is- cold tomato soup- you more than likely get a confused face or a “I’ll pass” response. However, the first time you taste gazpacho, a much different response is elicited. “Oh, wow, this is great,” is the most common I have encountered. Some gazpacho recipes are, in my humble […]
Cucumbers are one of my favorite vegetables. They are most always available, come in a variety of types, easy to add to salads and sandwiches, and are high in water. At 96% water, cucumbers are a great way to help with hydration and add crunch to dishes. English cucumbers (the long skinny ones usually wrapped […]