Let us school you on tilapia: It has 7 grams of protein per ounce, only one gram of fat, 36 calories and is a good source of vitamin B12, niacin and selenium. Top this fresh water fish with cucumbers (a good source of vitamin A, C and K, magnesium and potassium) and radishes (a good [...]
Ever try the cabbage soup diet? It’s a wacky, gimmicky diet that’s not very healthy—or terribly effective, especially in the long run. It’s certainly not the lifestyle change you need to lose weight and keep it off for life. However, there are a lot of benefits to a bowl or two of cabbage soup as [...]
Want a smart idea for your next meal? Choose eggplant. Research shows that the purple brain food’s skin is ripe with a phytonutrient called nasunin. Nasunin is a powerful antioxidant and free radical scavenger that protects cell membranes from damage. Cell membranes are so darn important because they protect the cell from free radicals, let [...]
Sometimes, you just gotta have it—chocolate, that is! So the next time a hankering comes your way, simply whip up this oooey-gooey and oh-so satisfying flourless chocolate cake, made with heart-healthy, antioxidant-rich cocoa, for a quick fix that won’t tip the scales. Ingredients: 1 tbs. Smart Balance 2 tbs unsweetened cocoa powder 1 egg 2 [...]
Despite its name, cioppino, derived from the Italian word ciuppin, which means to chop or chopped, is a fish stew originating in San Francisco. Developed by Portuguese and Italian fisherman who settled in the North Beach section of San Fransciso, the dish and its name evolved out of the Italian-accented wharf cooks’ cry for the [...]
Lauded as “a gift of the gods” by Homer in his epic The Odyssey, captured in still-life by Renaissance masters and immortalized in the 18th century Christmas carol classic, The Twelve Days of Christmas, pears are one of the world’s oldest cultivated and cherished fruits. In season from August to December and high in vitamin [...]
Soup’s on! Low in calories, high in protein, vitamins and minerals and off-the-charts in taste, this soul-soothing soup is the perfect meal-in-a-pinch, taking just over 30 minutes to make. So satisfying is this soup that you’ll find yourself spooning it up for days to come. Ingredients: 1 1/2 tbs. olive oil (Olive oil tip: Refined [...]
Boring old chicken gets a sizzling makeover with this spicy (but not too spicy) recipe for the grill. Just half a breast of chicken has 27 grams of protein but only 142 calories and 3 grams of fat. Naturally low in sodium, chicken is also a decent source of niacin, selenium, vitamin B6 and phosphorus. [...]
Pepper your repertoire with this ultra healthy, reimagined take on the basic elements of a traditional Greek salad. Enjoyed as an hors d’oeuvres, appetizer, side salad or main meal, this classic dish brings savory flavors to your clean-eating routine. Red peppers deliver on dietary fiber, folate and vitamins A, C, E, B6 and K as [...]
This make-ahead crowd-pleaser packs a powerful protein punch and tickles the taste buds with a spicy, savory meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast (yes, breakfast), lunch and dinner all week long. Ingredients: 1 tbs. olive oil 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 lb. ground organic turkey 3 15-oz cans of black beans, [...]
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