Contents tagged with weight management
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Dietitian Spotlight: Cauliflower Fried Rice
» Read MorePineapple Paleo Cauliflower Fried Rice is a quick, easy and healthy recipe that you can have on the table in about 15 minutes. This new spin on fried rice makes it easy to watch your weight this holiday season.
Cauliflower fried rice trades out the traditional white rice for riced cauliflower, which adds an extra serving of veggies as well as a nutritional boost. Using riced …
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Dietitian Spotlight: Freekeh with Brussels Sprouts, Apple, Dried Cranberries, Honey & Pomegranate
» Read MoreWeight management is always a hot topic, but especially so during the holidays. Unfortunately, many people interpret dieting to mean they have to eat bland and boring foods and that they are going to be hungry all the time. The fact of the matter is that if you are constantly hungry and feeling deprived, attempting to lose or manage your weight will be miserable and unattainable. …
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Dietitian Spotlight: Pecan Pie Energy Bites
» Read MoreSometimes nuts get a bad reputation because they are full of calories and fat. And although this is true, there is way more to their story that needs to be told!
For example, it is true that about 80% of the calories in nuts come from fat, however most of the fat found in nuts is monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat, or what we would consider “good” fat. The fact of the …
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Hatch Green Chile Chicken Enchilada Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
» Read MoreAs we continue to move through the color wheel this year, August is all about our green foods! The Green chile has a mild, sweet flavor and much less bite than other varieties of chile peppers. However, this chile pepper packs a powerful punch by providing an assortment of essential nutrients and has only 30 calories per 1⁄2 cup serving! Green chile peppers provide well …
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Easy & Light Lemon Ice Cream
» Read MoreIt's summertime and we all need a sweet and refreshing treat! Citrus, especially, lemon is a very popular item used for all types of cooking. To enjoy this month’s color- yellow, we're making this wonderful Easy Light Lemon Ice Cream recipe. You will find that most lemon desserts are low in fat but contain a high amount of sugar. When using lemon for dessert type …
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One Bowl Healthy Carrot Banana Muffins
» Read MoreOne of the most common comments we dietitians hear from people is that they never, or rarely, eat breakfast. Some say they just don’t have time. Others tell us that they get hungry by noon when they eat breakfast in the morning. But that is exactly what is supposed to happen! Breakfast is just that: it breaks the fast! You more than likely have not eaten since the …
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Figure Friendly Spring Rolls
» Read MorePurple cabbage, also known as red cabbage, is a member of the Brassica Family of vegetables. It is a cruciferous vegetable that is very low in calories and high in water content. The high water content allows you to consume a large portion, for few calories. It is rich in Vitamin C and Vitamin K. Purple cabbage also contains fiber which helps to produce a feeling of …
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Strawberry Tomato Salsa
» Read MoreDid you know that Strawberries are considered a superfood and are ranked second among the top ten antioxidant containing fruits? They are packed full of vitamin C, potassium, folate, phytonutrients and fiber, which aid in a healthy heart. One of the best things about strawberries is how unique and versatile they can be! They make a great addition to any salad, …
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Gobble Without the Wobble
» Read MoreOn Thanksgiving the average American consumes 4,500 calories (more than two entire days’ worth!) and gains an average of 1-2 pounds. This might not seem like a ton of weight, but including the holiday’s through-out the year your weight gain can add up. There are many easy fixes that can be done to enjoy Thanksgiving meals without all the calories included. A balanced …