May 3, 2021

Why We Overeat and How To Prevent It

Why We Overeat and How To Prevent It You’ve just finished a delicious meal at a restaurant and you are stuffed (Thanksgiving full!)—you couldn’t possibly eat another bite. And then the waiter brings by the dessert tray and you decide you have to have the cheesecake. You sit down to watch TV and grab a bag of chips […]
April 26, 2021

Turkey Taco Soup

Turkey Taco Soup 8 Servings Ingredients 1 pound ground turkey (93% lean)1 onion, chopped1 package Hidden Valley Ranch Salad Dressing and Recipe Mix1 package Less Sodium Taco Seasoning (Ortega 40% Less Sodium)1 can Low Sodium black beans1 can Reduced Sodium pinto beans2 cans S & W Mexican Style Tomatoes1 can Shoopeg corn (11 oz) Directions 1. Place ground […]
April 20, 2021

The Importance of Protein

The Importance of Protein Why is protein important for our bodies? Amino acids are the building blocks for protein. There are 22 amino acids that the body uses to make the thousands of body proteins needed to sustain life. Nine of the 22 amino acids are called essential amino acids, which means our bodies cannot make them; therefore, […]
April 11, 2021

Moroccan Egg Bake

Moroccan Egg Bake 7 Servings Ingredients 1 cup diced yellow onion 1 cup diced red bell pepper1 Tbsp Olive Oil 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon allspice 2 Tbsp harissa (sold at Trader Joe’s) 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes 15 ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained […]
April 11, 2021

The Buzz on Caffeine

The Buzz on Caffeine About 85% of Americans drink at least one caffeinated beverage every day. But is caffeine good for us? Is it helping or harming our health? How does caffeine work? Caffeine is a stimulant. Adenosine is a natural sedative that builds up during the hours that we are awake, and the adenosine molecules break down […]
March 30, 2021

Super Low-fat Potato Salad

Super Low-fat Potato Salad 8 Servings Ingredients 2 lbs. potatoes (6 medium), boiled until done and cooled4 Tbsp Best Foods® Low Fat Mayonnaise Dressing(For Fat-free option: Substitute 2 Tbsp nonfat plain yogurt and 2 Tbsp nonfat sour cream instead of mayonnaise dressing)1 1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp ground black pepper1 cup thinly sliced and diced celery1 thinly sliced and […]
March 22, 2021

Let’s Get Moving!

Let’s Get Moving! Why is physical activity/exercise important? We all know that consistent exercise and physical activity have numerous benefits for our physical and mental health, but here is a quick review: It boosts your mood, sharpens your focus, and lowers your stress. It helps improve your sleep. It helps improve memory and brain function. It can help […]
March 15, 2021

Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing and Dip

Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing and Dip 9 Servings Ingredients 1 cup plain nonfat Greek Yogurt1 teaspoon dried dill1 teaspoon dried chives1 teaspoon dried parsley1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon rice vinegar1-2 tablespoons water, as needed1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper or 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and pulse until mixed well. Add salt and pepper to taste and add water to make it into desired consistency: […]
March 15, 2021

Nonfat Honey Mustard Dressing

Nonfat Honey Mustard Dressing 9 servings Ingredients 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt1/4 cup honey1/4 cup spicy brown mustard2 Tbsp lemon juice Directions In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients until mixed well. Refrigerate in a covered container until served. Nutrition:  Serving Size 2 Tbsp / Calories 41 / Total Fat 0.3/ Cholesterol 1 mg / Sodium […]