Foods That Promote Weight Loss We've all been told that cutting calories will help us lose weight; however, where your calories come from matters almost as much as how many you get. While low fat has always been toted as the best way to go, there are many other types of food that are helpful in losing weight as well. Fresh, unprocessed … [Read more...] about Foods That Promote Weight Loss
Calorie Content Of Cocktails
Calorie Content Of Cocktails After a night of drinking cocktails, most people will not only wake up the next morning with a screaming hangover , they'll wake up fatter too. That's because the average serving of one ounce of 80-proof alcohol contains about 90 calories. And that's before mixers are added. While many people who spend hours on … [Read more...] about Calorie Content Of Cocktails
Orange and Cashew Couscous Salad
Orange and Cashew Couscous Salad For the Salad: 8 oz of apple juice 6 oz of couscous (dried) ½ red pepper, cored, deseeded and diced 4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint 1 oz of raisins 2 oranges peeled, deseeded and cut into segments 1 oz of cashew nuts Dressing: Juice of 1 orange Juice of 1 lemon 2 … [Read more...] about Orange and Cashew Couscous Salad
Fat and Calorie Saving Tips
1. A low fat grilled cheese sandwich can be made with whole grain bread, cheese of your choice and a George Foreman Grill. Just spray the bread with a non fat cooking spray and cook on the GF grill. For added taste spread a deli mustard on the inside of the bread before placing the cheese on it. 2. For lower fat grilled cheese, put one slice of … [Read more...] about Fat and Calorie Saving Tips
The Somersizing Diet Plan
The Somersizing Diet Plan was created by Suzanne Somers. The books she has written on the Somersizing Diet have hit the bestseller lists. The foundation of the Somersizing Diet Plan centers on food combining, eating the right kind of carbs and good fats. She says that when you consume low gi carbohydrates your blood sugar and insulin will level … [Read more...] about The Somersizing Diet Plan
Mexican Style Veggie Toss
Ingredients: 2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (14 1/2 ounces) diced Mexican tomatoes, drained 1 can (11 ounces) corn, drained 1 can (7 ounces) diced mild green chiles 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/4 cup green onions, chopped 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Hot pepper sauce, to taste Low fat sour cream, … [Read more...] about Mexican Style Veggie Toss
Healthy Weight Loss Tips
Healthy Weight Loss Tips One of the biggest industries around today is the weight loss industry. Everyone is selling machines and pills that will melt off pounds like lightning. The truth is: healthy weight loss requires time and dedication. If you’re committed to losing weight the right way, here are a few healthy weight loss tips to help you … [Read more...] about Healthy Weight Loss Tips
Lemon Thyme Chicken and Baby Potatoes
4 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless 3 tablespoon fresh chopped thyme 3 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 tablespoon olive oil 1 large red onion, thinly sliced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 ¼ cup brown rice (dried) 2 cups water 3 cups chicken stock 8 oz baby spinach leaves Place chicken. Mix 1 tablespoon thyme, 2 … [Read more...] about Lemon Thyme Chicken and Baby Potatoes