What’s Your Breakfast?
Do you start your day with breakfast? People who skip breakfast often weigh more. Eating a nutrient-dense breakfast may help you lose weight and keep it off.
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FEBRUARY 6, 2014
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APRIL 23, 2014
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Tahini Broccoli Salad with Cashews
You want to incorporate more vegetables into your day, but … Well, it is time to stop the excuses and start finding solutions. When you think vegetable, the thought doesn’t always have to be the same thing you had every night growing up; it also doesn’t have to mean the special vegetable casserole your great aunt used to bring to holiday
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JUNE 29, 2020
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Summer Smoothie Bowls
Missing those delicious smoothie bowls from your favorite juice shop? Make your own with these 3 simple recipes!
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APRIL 30, 2019
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Spring Recipe – Spinach, Hummus, and Bell Pepper Wraps
Try this colorful, fresh and flavor-packed meal with a Mediterranean flair!
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JULY 5, 2013
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Southwestern Black Bean, Quinoa & Mango Medley
Can you correctly pronounce “quinoa”? Try this recipe with Quinoa (pronounced keen-wa) – a higher protein whole-grain that tastes great!
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SEPTEMBER 17, 2020
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OCTOBER 18, 2013
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Roasted Cauliflower and Carrots in Mustard Sauce
These veggies are sweet, savory and crunchy, just perfect for the Fall season! Get recipe
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OCTOBER 3, 2014
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Pumpkin Custard With Pecans
PREP TIME: 12 min TOTAL TIME: 4 hr 7 min SERVINGS: 12 Ingredients: 2 eggs 2 egg whites 1 can (15 oz) plain pumpkin puree 1 can (12 oz) fat-free evaporated milk ¾ c packed brown sugar 1½ tsp pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp vanilla extract
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AUGUST 28, 2013
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Penne with Herbs, Tomatoes and Peas
Use up some of those summer vegetables, and use whole wheat pasta too. http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/penne-herbs-tomatoes-peas-50400000128125/
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SEPTEMBER 11, 2014
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Orange Glazed Florida Grouper
Looking for a great way to make the summer last just a little bit longer? This orange glazed grouper is a perfect blend of sweet and savory. Serve with wild rice and your favorite green vegetable for a complete meal. Enjoy! Yield: 2 servings (approximately 4 1/2 ounces cooked) Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoon orange marmalade 1 tablespoon orange
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OCTOBER 16, 2017
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Oodles of Noodles
Most of us have heard of the numerous health benefits of eating your vegetables. In addition to their abundant fiber content…
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DECEMBER 12, 2017
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JANUARY 25, 2019
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Low Sodium Curried Pork Tenderloin in Apple Cider
Looking for ways to reduce sodium in your diet, without reducing the flavor? Check out this delicious recipe for Curried Pork Tenderloin in Apple Cider!
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NOVEMBER 16, 2017
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Lemon Turkey-Corn Soup
This recipe will make great use of all that leftover turkey from Thanksgiving!
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APRIL 22, 2019
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Kid-Approved Spinach Pesto Pasta with Cherry Tomatoes
Here’s a healthy recipe that’s sure to be a crowd pleaser with kids and adults alike!
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OCTOBER 3, 2014
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It’s Pumpkin Season
Fall is officially here; which for many means its pumpkin season. From a nutrition stand point, pumpkin is a powerhouse of dietary fiber, anti-oxidants, minerals and vitamins. From the taste side, can I get a “yum!” Especially since most food items that have had a
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FEBRUARY 11, 2014
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Hearty Spinach and Bean Soup
Looking for an easy mid-week meal option? Try this quick and easy hearty soup. Fresh spinach, low in calories and high in phytonutrients, protein-packed beans and dashes of cinnamon and cumin make this soup super delish! Add depth with fire-roasted tomatoes, smoked paprika or roasted garlic. Complete your meal with a hot, crusty whole grain roll.
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DECEMBER 17, 2018
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MAY 7, 2014
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Gingered Blueberry-Melon Toss
Enjoy this refreshing fruit salad, just in time for warmer weather! Gingered Blueberry-Melon Toss 4 servings 1/2 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice 1/2 teaspoon grated lime peel 1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger grated (or 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger) 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries 1 cup diced honeydew melon 1 cup Greek yogurt, plain
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MARCH 19, 2014
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Family Night Fish Tacos
I am always looking for new ways to incorporate healthy and easy fish meals. Plus who doesn’t enjoy making a taco?! On a busy night this is the ultimate fast food dinner– because it’s fast and easy to make. Use whole grain tortillas for a well rounded meal!
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MARCH 8, 2019
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Diabetic-Friendly Pesto Stuffed Mushrooms
Looking for a healthy appetizer or a guilt-free snack? You’ve come to the right place!
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OCTOBER 3, 2014
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Curried Apple-Pumpkin Soup
SERVINGS: 4 1 Granny smith apple, chopped 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 onion, chopped 1 Tbsp curry powder 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated 2 tsp garlic, minced 2 c water 2 c pumpkin puree 1. COOK apple in butter in saucepan over medium heat until golden. Add onion, curry powder, ginger, and garlic. Reduce heat to medium
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AUGUST 1, 2014
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Cool as a Cucumber Soup
When it’s hot, chilled soups are a great option for a healthy, refreshing lunch or as part of an easy dinner. Plus it’s a fantastic way to add a serving of vegetables or even fruit. Take full advantage of summer produce, herbs and flavors and try a batch of healthy cold soup. Need some more
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MAY 23, 2014
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Chicken and Sugar Snap Peas
As the spring season starts to wind down and the Florida weather starts to warm up, it is the perfect time for one of my favorite vegetables sugar snap peas, with their sweet edible pods and peas. Raw or cooked they are a fantastic addition to so many things from snacks, salads and soups to
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JANUARY 8, 2020
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Celebrate National Soup Month!
With lower temperatures and chilly days, there is no better time to enjoy a warm bowl of healthy soup or hearty chili.
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APRIL 15, 2014
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Brussels Sprout Slaw with Cranberries and Walnuts
Brussels sprouts have somehow gotten a bad reputation. If you, like so many other people I know, hate dislike the Brussels sprout, it’s probably due to the fact that they were boiled, steamed, or otherwise prepared in a way that made them, well, just downright icky! Although I one of my favorite ways to cook
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MAY 8, 2017
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Blueberry Goodness
Blueberries are now in season here in Central Florida. You can pick them…
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JUNE 4, 2014
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Blueberry Garlic Sauce and Salmon
Blueberry Garlic Sauce and Salmon This recipe is not only delicious but extremely nutritious AND easy! Blueberries are a great source of antioxidants and vitamins C, E, riboflavin, niacin, and folate. What more could you want?! Serves: 4 Serving size: 4 ounce filet and 1/4 cup of sauce Ingredients: 4 4-ounce fresh or frozen skinless salmon
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JULY 2, 2014
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Basil Watermelon Salad with Feta and Red Onion
This is the perfect summer salad! Go crazy and serve it over a bed of lettuce or even arugula to add a little bite. Serves: 4 Portion size: 1 cup Ingredients 4 cups watermelon, cut into 1-inch chunks 1/2 cup of fresh basil, roughly chopped 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled 1 small red onion, sliced
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OCTOBER 20, 2018
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A Fall Favorite Without the Guilt
Enjoy a warming pumpkin spice latte with the benefit of low fat, less sugar, and fewer calories!
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DECEMBER 20, 2019
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‘Tis the Season…for Pomegranate Guacamole!
This festive update to a classic recipe is sure to be a hit at your next holiday party!
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