Ingredients: 2 zucchinis 1/4 cup grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon dried basil 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder Freshly ground black pepper, cayenne pepper and salt to taste 1 tablespoon olive oil Instructions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a wide, flat bowl, combine cheese,… Continue Reading
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Young People Eat More of This And You Should, Too
As we head out of winter and into spring, why not track our progress with those New Year’s resolutions? And what better time to reflect on our healthy eating habits than in March, which just happens to be National Nutrition Month? We all know the best healthy-eating, good nutrition move you can make is… Continue Reading
Boost Your Mood With These Foods
The end of summer brings shorter days and cooler weather, and it’s not uncommon to feel a little bit sad as fall and winter approach. But if you’re looking for a quick perk-me-up, a healthy snack from your fridge might be all you need. New research shows you can boost your mood by simply… Continue Reading
10 Easy & Healthy Salad Recipes
Strapped for time and cash but want to eat healthy? Is the daily struggle trying to figure out what to have for lunch or dinner all too real? Why not give salads a spin! 10 Easy & Healthy Recipes (PDF) When done right, salads are a great way to incorporate lots of healthy… Continue Reading
7 Healthy Smoothie Recipes
Are smoothies part of your daily routine? If not, they should be! Whether you’re dashing out the door to work, picking up the kids at daycare, or leaving the gym after a workout, smoothies are a tasty, convenient way to fit more fruits, vegetables, fiber, and protein in your diet. [LeanBiotics RS Smoothie Recipes… Continue Reading
How to Make a Great Tasting Green Smoothie
Yvette La-Garde Well Blog Editor, VitaMedica According to a new government report, only about one in ten Americans eats enough fruits and vegetables. Are you like the vast majority of adults who aren’t getting enough of these nutritious foods? This is dismal news given that you need to eat just 1 1/2 cups… Continue Reading
Top 10 Tips for Digestive Health
Digestive problems are among the top health complaints in America today. Diet, travel, stress, illness, aging and the use of antibiotics all contribute to an imbalance or “dysbiosis” of the intestinal tract leading to gastrointestinal upset. By making a few simple lifestyle changes, you can prevent these digestive problems from occurring. For best results,… Continue Reading
To Lose Weight, Replace Unhealthy Foods with Fruits & Veggies
So you want to lose weight? It’s not rocket science. Just add more fruits and vegetables to your diet, right? It’s not so simple, according to researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB). They say simply increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables does not aid in weight loss if other eating habits… Continue Reading
Eat More Fruits and Veggies to Live Longer
Be honest. How many servings of fruits and vegetables have you had today? If you said three or four, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re the average American or Brit. But if you want to live a longer life, you’ll have to do better than “an apple a day.” In fact, you’ll have to… Continue Reading
Healthy Guacamole Recipe
Ingredients: 2 medium-sized ripe Avocados Juice from 1 Lime 3 to 4 Tablespoons Red Onion, chopped 1 Serrano Chile, cleaned & chopped 1 Ripe Tomato, chopped (for better flavor, use cherry tomatoes when in season) Handful of Cilantro, cleaned & chopped Pepper, salt, red pepper to taste Tajin (dried chili peppers, sea salt & lime)… Continue Reading