Tis the Season for Holiday Cheer!
- On December 13, 2012
- By Lindsay
- In News, Nutrition Education
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With so many holiday parties and activities this time of year, it’s easy to let your waist wander. Check out this link below for some more tips and tricks to help keep the weight from adding on!
http://www.palmbeachdailynews.com/news/news/national/for-the-holidays-spread-mirth-not-girth/nTSpT/
Crispy and Crunchy Kale Chips…Get your Crunch On!
These kale chips are super easy and and a much healthier choice than classic potato chips!
Crispy Crunchy Kale Chips
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| Serves | 4 (2 cup servings |
| Prep time | 25 minutes |
| Cook time | 25 minutes |
| Total time | 50 minutes |
| Meal type | Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack |
| Misc | Child Friendly, Pre-preparable |
| Website | eatingwell.com |
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch kale (~16 cups), with stems removed and leaves torn
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Place oven racks in upper third. Preheat oven to 400F. | |
| Step 2 | |
| Dry kale as thoroughly as possible using a paper towel. Add to a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil and salt. Mix well, massaging oil into kale to make sure it is all covered. Spread kale on baking sheet, making sure it is not overlapping. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Bake until crisp, about 8-12 minutes, rotating pans once during. | |
Colorado…the least obese and least sedentary State!
- On December 11, 2012
- By Lindsay
- In News, Nutrition Education
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According to news from ABC, Colorado takes the lead of all 50 states for having the fewest people considered obese, as well as the least amount of sedentary folk. Vermont, the great Green Mountain State, ranks number one for the overall most healthy state. Colorado’s not too far behind, taking 11th place for the overall most healthy state. Check out this link below for more details…Rock on CO!
http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/health/2012/12/11/vermont-tops-list-of-healthiest-states/
Using Food to Boost your Mood?
Have you ever thought that food may play a role in your mood? Well, it just may. Usually our mood helps determine what we choose for food, but perhaps we should let our food help improve our mood! Foods rich in omega 3 fatty acid, folic acid, tryptophan, and selenium may help with memory, as well as mood improvement according to abc’s KABC-TV. Check out this link to read more!
Try this Super Easy Salmon Salad recipe for a healthy helping of omega 3’s! Great served with lettuce, whole grain crackers, or whole-grain pita bread!
Super Easy Salmon Salad
| Serves | 2-4 |
| Prep time | 10 minutes |
| Meal type | Appetizer, Lunch, Main Dish, Salad, Side Dish |
| Misc | Pre-preparable, Serve Cold |
| By author | Adapted from cookthink.com |
Ingredients
- 2 (15oz) cans salmon, drained
- 1 tablespoon plain, non-fat yogurt
- 2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Add salmon to a large bowl, and fork to gently seperate. Add all other ingredients and mix well. | |