Leftovers are Reality One reality for all of us is that we have bits-and-pieces of leftover foods in our fridge. If we're smart, we try to use them up within a few days. If we're not...we throw them away and waste money. Leftovers are Fun No matter your age, it can be fun to use up leftovers. Think creative, think food art, think colors and textures and flavors. Making a leftover concoction that is healthy, satisfying and cheap can make your day! Leftovers are Healthy A healthy kitchen produces healthy ingredients for a leftover meal. What do you see in your fridge right now? A … [Read more...] about Tasty Meal Planning with Leftovers
New Year’s Resolution Options ~ The Realistic Kind
So Many Resolutions... You might be surprised to find out that about 80% of all New Year's Resolutions are about food, nutrition and dieting to lose weight. Though it's easy to make a resolution, it's really hard to stick with it. So Simple to Make... Do you typically keep your New Year's Resolutions? Adopting proven strategies to help you stick with a resolution include websites for tracking food intake and physical activity, buddying-up with friends and family and credible group programs. These behaviors are proven to work so, for your own good health, now is a great time … [Read more...] about New Year’s Resolution Options ~ The Realistic Kind
Supermarket Musical Fun & Thanks to You!
Fun at the Supermarket! For years now, I've enjoyed helping everyday people better understand how to gather a healthy shopping basket at their favorite supermarket. If you've never walked through your store with a registered dietitian (RD), then perhaps it can be your New Year's Resolution for 2012. For both the RD and you, there will be eye-opening discoveries at nearly every turn of the aisle. For you, there will be healthier groceries for a healthier kitchen! Music in the Aisles! Here's a short video to put a smile on your face...a musical at the supermarket? You … [Read more...] about Supermarket Musical Fun & Thanks to You!
Citrus Flavors Make Home Cooked Meals Tastier!
Citrus Tops the List! There are some truly fresh flavors that cost little and go a long way to perk up home cooked meals. In my kitchen, citrus fruits such as grapefruit, oranges, lemons and limes top the list. Citrus & Good Nutrition! You might know that one big nutritional feature of citrus fruits is its vitamin C. What you might not know is that citrus fruits are an excellent source of fiber, potassium and they are low in calories. One orange, for example, has about 80 calories, 4 grams of fiber, and 150% of the daily recommended intake for vitamin C. The same orange also has … [Read more...] about Citrus Flavors Make Home Cooked Meals Tastier!
Save Money by Throwing Away Less Food!
A Food Plan Comes First! 1. Set aside 20 minutes to plan meals for the week ahead. 2. Use your free resources, like the grocery store ad and a trusted cookbook or website. 3. Firm up your plan on a day-by-day wipe board, simple notebook or smart phone list. Sticking with Your Plan Comes Next! 1. Write a detailed shopping list and arrange it to match the layout of your grocery store to save time. 2. Store food carefully when you get home, labeling and dating perishable items like dairy foods, fresh deli meat/cheese, and freshly-cut fruits/veggies. 3. Ask all members of the … [Read more...] about Save Money by Throwing Away Less Food!
Nutrition & Value in Your Grocery Shopping Cart!
3 Tips to Save You Money at the Grocery Store! Sometimes putting easy strategies in place can save you a lot of money. Your grocery store happens to be a great example of this. Here are 3 tips that will add cash to your wallet while helping you put a nutritious meal on the table, day-after-day. 1. Buy more veggies and less meat. 2. Take a less-is-more approach to using coupons. 3. Become a believer in healthier choices of store brand foods. Easy Strategies to Begin Using Right Now! 1. Buy more veggies and less meat. There is great economy and nutrition in vegetables compared … [Read more...] about Nutrition & Value in Your Grocery Shopping Cart!