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Mexican Cooking At Home
by Jo Bartell
As a single person living in New York City in an apartment with a very small kitchen, I know how difficult it is muster up the motivation and set aside the time to cook a healthy meal from scratch. Even though I love food and cooking, I still fall into the trap of ordering delivery and going out for dinner, knowing that I am unnecessarily eating extra calories and fat.
Last weekend, a good friend of mine who also lives alone and has always stated adamantly that she hates cooking asked for some hel… read more »
Wednesday Wonders: National Nutrition Month®
This week I have a Wednesday Wonder for you!
Q: Do you know what March is in the nutrition world?
A: It’s National Nutrition Month®! (Yes, I know, the answer was in the headline!) Every March the American Dietetic Association sponsors National Nutrition Month®(NNM), a nutrition education and information campaign. The purpose of the campaign is to educate the public about the importance of making informed food choices and developing healthy eating and physical activity habits. It’… read more »
Wednesday Wonders: Fresh vs Frozen
Q: Is their a significant difference between fresh and frozen vegetables with regard to nutrition and vitamins and minerals? — Veggie Lover
A: Great question Veggie Lover! It’s actually a common one I get asked. Fresh and frozen vegetables are both excellent choices for you.
Fresh produce may have slightly more vitamins and minerals if eaten within hours of being picked; however, the longer vegetables and fruit sit after being picked, the more nutrients they lose. So what you buy at the supe… read more »
Make It a Healthy Slice
Clients and friends often ask me what they can do about their love for pizza when trying to eat healthier. My answer, as for most foods, is “everything in moderation.” Pizza is actually a healthy choice — it has carbs, protein, and veggies — if you choose wisely.
For the most Nutritioulicious™ pizza, follow these tips:
Choose whole wheat crust if available
Get a veggie slice, or if sharing a pie with friends add vegetables like broccoli, mushrooms, peppers, and onions as toppings
Don… read more »
Everything But The Kitchen Sink Soup
For the past few days I’ve been suffering from a terrible cold, to the point that I can’t smell or taste anything — awful for a foodie like me! And if you remember my post “Eat With Your Senses,” you’ll remember that your sense of smell is closely tied to your sense of taste, which lets you enjoy your food.
Well, I decided that I needed some soup to cure me. Not having the energy to shop for soup ingredients, I decided to take my inspiration from what was in the apartment, whic… read more »
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