What gets you out of bed in the morning? It could be a sweet and nutritious orange! There are lots and lots of fruits and vegetables to choose from and all are good, smart choices for their flavor and nutrition. Yet, as the colder season of the year arrives, there may be no better choice than a fresh orange, mandarin, tangelo, tangerine or other orange-colored citrus fruit. 'Nutrition Resume' of an Orange, medium, approx 65 calories 1 grams protein 15 grams carbohydrate, including 17 grams sugars 0 fat 3 grams fiber 90 milligrams vitamin C 295 International Units … [Read more...] about An Orange a Day and Good Nutrition Tips for the Holidays
How to Start a New Nutrition Plan and Succeed
Every January, when we turn over the calendar to a new year, there seems to be a natural starting point for positive change. If you've been waiting to start fresh in the New Year then here's a layered approach to new and better nutrition. Is it rocket science...no. Is it a 30-day, get-it-done-fast diet... no. Is it a gradual lifestyle shift to feeling better....yes. Is it full of joyful and delicious food adventures... yes! And, yes, to asking for the assistance of a nutrition pro, like me. A new nutrition plan can be overwhelming and getting compassionate, customized help can be … [Read more...] about How to Start a New Nutrition Plan and Succeed
Taking the Mystery out of Nutritional Counseling & 3 Easy Meal Plans to Try
If you struggle with ideas for healthier nutrition, try this: hire a registered dietitian and go for colorful food. Taking the Mystery out of Nutritional Counseling If you're like most of my clients then there's a certain mystery about how to get help for improving your nutrition. There's finding a good fit with a qualified professional. There's the insurance piece. And, there's the difficulty in explaining what you need in terms of counseling. Here is a how-to for taking the mystery out of nutritional counseling and 3 meal plans to get you started with healthier nutrition right … [Read more...] about Taking the Mystery out of Nutritional Counseling & 3 Easy Meal Plans to Try
Healthier Comfort Food for All Seasons
Is there anything more delicious than comfort food? And, have you tried making yours healthier? What is Comfort Food? There are so many foods that could be labeled as comfort food. It all depends, you might say, on who you ask. Even though a soup, stew, or casserole may be a typical answer, who's to say a berry-banana smoothie, roasted cauliflower, or charcoal grilled lamb chops aren't great answers, too? Comfort food tends to be personal and based on food experiences of an individual. This is one reason it's so much fun to explore as a nutritional strategy for everyone. How Can … [Read more...] about Healthier Comfort Food for All Seasons
Food Textures and a Recipe for Fresh Pickles
Food textures can add to the enjoyment of eating so be sure to try all of them. Common Food Textures Do you notice the crunchy or squishy texture of a food when you eat it? Do you cook pasta to 'al dente' texture? Do you prefer a soft and juicy pear or one that is unripe and crunches like an apple? Have you overcooked a fish filet and noticed that its texture is tough? Crumbly, firm, mushy, creamy, chewy are a few other texture terms that we can use to describe a food, depending on what it is. For each of us, the food's texture can add to the enjoyment of the eating experience. Same … [Read more...] about Food Textures and a Recipe for Fresh Pickles
A Keeper Recipe is One that You Like to Use Over and Over
Do you keep recipes? Which ones do you make over and over whether or not they're in-season? Recipe collections are common. Some are hand written on little scraps of paper, some are bookmarked in worn out cookbooks, some are on our phones or in little boxes we keep in the kitchen. The important point is that recipes are collectible to say the least. Qualities of a Keeper Recipe The recipes we keep on hand and know where to find at all times are definitely special. Here are some important qualities of them: Quick and easy. Everyone loves a quick and easy recipe. Since life goes … [Read more...] about A Keeper Recipe is One that You Like to Use Over and Over