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5 foods you should be eating….
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Sugary cakes. Glazed hams. Egg nog. That’s all behind you now. Wipe the slate clean and start the new year on a healthy note by focusing on vitamin-rich foods that you can incorporate into every meal going forward.
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The best way to reset your eating habits after the holidays is to stock your fridge with fresh, nutrient-rich foods that give you energy and improve your mood. Here’s a list of the top five:
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LENTILS
These beans are filled with high-quality vegetarian protein and fiber, which boost energy and mood. They’re inexpensive and they cook up in 30 minutes or less. Suggests making large pots of lentil soup or lentil chili so you can freeze the leftovers.
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BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Toss some Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet, add olive oil and salt, and then bake until they’re crispy. We have no doubt they will become your favorite veggie. Added bonus: They’re only 55 calories per cup and they help fight cancer and boost memory.
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Jan 05 2012
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Fabulous 5-Minute Fudge Wreath
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Make this easy and delicious fudge wreath this season! It’s the perfect treat to give friends and family during the holidays. Get the kids involved and make a few extra for last-minute gifts.
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SERVINGS: 32
PREP: 5 min + chilling
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INGREDIENTS:
Unsalted butter, softened
One 12-ounce package semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup butterscotch chips
One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk (save the can)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
One 8-ounce can walnuts, plus more for topping
½ cup raisins or dried currants (a couple of handfuls)
Candied red and green cherries (optional)
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DIRECTIONS:
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Dec 20 2011
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First Lady, Michelle Obama welcomes young runners participating in Run Across America health campaign at the South Lawn of the White House…
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First lady of the United States, Michelle Obama has become an advocate for healthy eating, veterans and military families, poverty awareness and women’s rights. Here are some recipes created with Michelle’s veggies in the White House kitchen, and served to the Obama family on a fairly regular basis….
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Enjoy…!
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Grilled Chicken Salad with Herb Sherry Vinaigrette (serves 6)
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2 pounds assorted seasonal garden greens like arugula and and baby spinach
6 chicken breasts (6 ounces each)
1 tablespoon thyme
zest from 1 lemon
6 sprigs chives, chopped
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For the Vinaigrette
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Dec 18 2011
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It’s true: Apples can help you stay thin. (Thinkstock)
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You don’t need fancy plans or complicated point systems to be thin. All you need to do is make smart food choices, watch your portion sizes and stay active.
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“Learning to eat properly for a lifetime is more beneficial,” Korsberg said. “The emphasis should be on choosing healthful foods every day and changing lifestyles for the better.” .
So instead of sticking to diet fare, fill up on nutritious, wholesome foods. And if you need some recommendations, you can start with these five options, which are among the many delicious foods that make a good addition to healthy eating while keeping you slender.
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Apples
Apples are a good source of dietary fiber. Dietary fiber not only contributes to a healthy digestive system and reduced cholesterol, but it also benefits smart eaters by yielding no calories while keeping them satisfied.
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And there’s something else about the fruit that might help you feel full. A study in the journal Read More
Jul 08 2011
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11 Foods for Faster, Easier Weight Loss
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Hold this thought: To lose weight effectively and permanently, you need to eat. And eat smart. Happily, nature designed a lot of delicious edibles to turn up your fat-burning furnace, flatten your belly, and take a big bite out of your appetite.
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Here are 11 of the get-slim food gems we’re talking about. . . . .
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Yogurt
Mmmm. This creamy, tangy snack is loaded with calcium — and studies show that calcium may curtail weight gain by hindering the absorption of fat in the small intestine.
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Eggs
Turn breakfast into a fat-burning morning boost by skipping the stack of pancakes and feasting on
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Jun 01 2011
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Chow down on eats that tame hunger and reduce anxiety
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Eat It to Beat It
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We all know that tension can wreak havoc on our eating patterns. But the right (healthy!) foods can often help tame mindless munching and cravings and, better yet, actually lower overall anxiety and its symptoms. Eight of our favorites:
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Dark Chocolate
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High in flavonoids, which are lauded for their relaxing properties (chamomile tea is another great source), chocolate also contains phenethylamine, a chemical that enhances your mood. The darker the chocolate, the more healthy substances you’re getting in your diet, so look for bars that are 70 percent cacao or higher.
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Skim Milk
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Turns out that a glass of warm milk really is calming. One study found that women who drank four or more servings of lowfat or skim milk every day were about half as likely to experience stress-related PMS symptoms than those who drank less than one serving a week.
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Oatmeal
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Carbs help you produce serotonin, a calming hormone that helps fight anxiety’s negative effects-which is probably why many of us crave them when we’re stressed. Go with the craving and choose healthy sources. Oatmeal is high in fiber, which means that your body will absorb it slowly. In one fell swoop, you’ll prolong the serotonin boost, keeping yourself feeling full for longer (and on less) and making sure your blood sugar’s in check.
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Salmon
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Research shows that omega-3 fatty acids-abundant in fish like
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