Fat Free Sugar Free Hot Chocolate
Ingredients: 3 cups nonfat, dry powdered milk 1 cup granular sugar substitute ½ cup baking cocoa 1 small package sugar-free, fat-free instant vanilla pudding mix Directions: Combine and mix all ingredients. Store in an airtight container. Place ¼ cup hot chocolate mix in mug. Add 1 cup of cold water and stir until dissolved; heat […]
Corn Chowder Recipe
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and diced 1 leek, chopped ½ yellow pepper, seeded and chopped 2 ½ cups chicken broth 2 medium yellow-skinned potatoes, peeled & cubed 2 cups frozen corn 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced 1 teaspoon ground thyme ¼ cup fat-free half & half 2 slices cooked turkey bacon, […]
Catering to Special Diets
By Mary Vlahos In the world of meetings and events special diets are a norm not an exception. Religious practices, allergies, medical restrictions and personal beliefs involve numerous dietary restrictions. The following are just a few possibilities you may encounter. As always it’s best to research the diet in advance, work with a food supplier […]
What Diet Is Best For Me
By Kim Wagler, BA, CPT It seems like there’s a never ending list of new diets to try and research showing exactly why each diet is successful or why it will destroy your health. Let’s just clarify one thing before you read any more. I am not going to refer to “diets” anymore, but rather […]
Clean Your Body of Toxins
By Doug Kish, M.A. For many individuals, a new start in 2016 will be a goal of better health and weight loss. One way to jump start a weight loss program is a cleanse. While cleansing detoxifies the body as it provides antioxidants and vitamins needed to clear out environmental and industrial toxins, it is […]
WHAT ARE BENEFITS OF ORGANIC COLD PRESSED JUICE
WHAT ARE BENEFITS OF ORGANIC COLD PRESSED JUICE By Doug Kish, M.A. In 2012 Eddie Mealy tasted cold-pressed juice for the first time and was so impressed, he made it his goal to open a juice bar. Named after the Greek word meaning “way of life,” Diaita recently opened its doors. Using only organic raw […]
SUMMER WEIGHT GAIN AND WINTER MAINTAIN
SUMMER WEIGHT GAIN AND WINTER MAINTAIN By Ashley Gerrard Heading into the fall weather, there doesn’t seem to be much difference from the summer we just had. It was a pleasant surprise to experience mild weather and perfect conditions for runners. We didn’t suffer through scorching hot, humid days for weeks at a time. This […]
What Are Healthy Fats?
What Are Healthy Fats? By Travis CoblentzFat is often viewed negatively and, due to its bad reputation, little is known of its healthy importance to the body. We truly cannot live without Omega-3 fats. Omega-3’s play a key role in every single cell membrane in our body and are essential, which means that the body […]
TURKEY MEATBALL AND WHITE BEAN SOUP
TURKEY MEATBALL AND WHITE BEAN SOUP Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey 2 tablespoons crushed garlic 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley ½ cup egg substitute 6 cups beef stock 2 carrots, cleaned and thinly sliced 1 small sweet onion, diced 1 can (15.5 ounces) Great Northern beans or any white bean 2 cups chopped kale 2 […]
IRISH SODA BREAD
IRISH SODA BREAD Ingredients: 1½ cups + 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour ½ cup whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt 1 cup low-fat buttermilk 3 tablespoons honey ½ cup currents, raisins or craisins (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 350° F; spray a baking sheet with […]
Camping Outside
By Andrea Dulac Camping is a great retreat from the stress of everyday routines. A night out in a tent under the stars will help release worry and take in the meditating sights and sounds of nature. Not sure if camping is for you or haven’t done it since you were a kid? There are […]
Orange Poppy Seed Dressing
Ingredients: 4 teaspoons cornstarch 6 tablespoons cold water 1 1/3 cups orange juice 1/4 cup white vinegar 4 teaspoons honey Dijon mustard 4 teaspoons honey 1 1/4 teaspoons poppy seeds salt and pepper to taste Directions: In a small saucepan combine cornstarch and cold water, stirring until smooth. On medium to medium/high heat, stir in […]