Bring back this favorite recipe that used to be served at many a family picnic and baby shower. Our make-over version saves lots of calories and fat without sacrificing oomph. 6 cups chopped broccoli (cut into 1/2″ bite-size pieces) 1 small red onion, very thinly sliced 2 ounces shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese 2/3 cup seedless [...]
Is your Elderberry a red or black or blue variety? The red variety has been reported to be poisonous in some areas. Maybe others can confirm or refute this info. The raw fruit can cause some problem in some people. I have eaten small amounts to raw black elderberries that grow locally with no ill [...]
Every day, it seems that science is discovering foods that may fight breast cancer. Why not add some to your diet today — and start stacking the odds in your favor? One 8-ounce glass of Odwalla Carrot Juice* — pressed carrot juice and nothing else — has 700% of the daily recommendation for beta-carotene (and [...]
Ever wondered how much caffeine is in chocolate-covered coffee beans? A mere 10 pieces (about 1 oz.) contain 100 calories, but here’s how much caffeine they have, compared to other common foods: ITEM AVERAGE CAFFEINE (MG) 10 dark-chocolate-covered arabica coffee beans (1 oz) 15 Brewed coffee (5 oz cup) 115 Diet Coke (12 oz [...]
Ever wondered how much caffeine is in chocolate-covered coffee beans? A mere 10 pieces (about 1 oz.) contain 100 calories, but here’s how much caffeine they have, compared to other common foods: ITEM AVERAGE CAFFEINE (MG) 10 dark-chocolate-covered arabica coffee beans (1 oz) 15 Brewed coffee (5 oz cup) 115 Diet Coke (12 oz [...]
If you’ve been avoiding fish because it seems like a hassle to cook, or because you’re accustomed to the fatty, breaded variety, take salmon to heart. Your heart will thank you for it. Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are widely hailed for their potential to lower the risk of heart attack and [...]
If you’ve been avoiding fish because it seems like a hassle to cook, or because you’re accustomed to the fatty, breaded variety, take salmon to heart. Your heart will thank you for it. Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are widely hailed for their potential to lower the risk of heart attack and [...]
Give your immune system a power boost with hot and hearty soups. It’s easy to make a meal full of antioxidants, phytonutrients and other immunity boosters — and make it delicious to boot. Try our Roasted Garlic and Vegetable Soup with Pasta, and incorporate our seven healthy tips into each of your soup recipes. 1.Switch [...]
The next time you’re craving a fatty fast food burger, give these salmon patties a whirl instead. The fat in salmon is largely in the form of heart-healthy omega-3s. Plus, salmon is a great source of folate, vitamin B12, niacin, thiamin, and riboflavin. But you won’t be thinking of how healthy salmon is when you [...]
Pickled vegetables tend to be very low in fat and calories, but high in taste, so they’re a great addition to a healthful diet. Instead of drowning entrees in high-fat cream sauces, try flavorful pickled vegetable toppings, relishes or salsas instead. Pickling — whether it involves whole cucumbers or finely chopped vegetables — is one [...]
