A 30-minute, Or Less, Full Body Workout Most people do not have the time to do biceps and back one day, then legs and shoulders the next, then triceps and abdominals the next day. So here is a short, and every effective full body weight session you can easily get done in 30 minutes or less. Your muscles will feel the workout but you will not … [Read more...] about Full Body Workout
Fresh Corn Saute
I love corn like this. I like to add garlic (either fresh or powder) and sage. I'm a big fan of sage. PAM 4 cups fresh corn kernels, cut from cob (or 4 cups frozen whole kernel corn) 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 teaspoon seasoned salt Dash of pepper Chopped parsley Spray a skillet with Pam. Add the rest of the ingredients, except chopped parsley, … [Read more...] about Fresh Corn Saute
Stuffed Miniature Pumpkins with Herbs
This recipe uses miniature pumpkins that you see in the stores this time of year. If you wanted to know whether they could be used in cooking or if they were just ornamental, you can use them for cooking as long as they are not heavily lacquered or waxed. Stuffed Miniature Pumpkins with Herbs 4 miniature pumpkins (about 4 to 5 inches … [Read more...] about Stuffed Miniature Pumpkins with Herbs
Getting Through the Holidays Without Gaining Weight
Getting Through the Holidays Without Gaining Weight Now that the holiday season is here, holiday foods and meals take center stage. And this is as it should be. Food is a terrific celebration of friendships, of family and of love. These celebrations do not have to lead you to unhealthy eating habits. With a little advance planning, you can … [Read more...] about Getting Through the Holidays Without Gaining Weight
Vegetable Rice Pilaf
1/4 cup chopped green or red pepper 2 medium clove garlic - minced 1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves - crushed 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 1 cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice 1 can Chicken or Vegetable Broth 3/4 cup frozen mixed vegetables Spray skillet with vegetable cooking spray. Heat over medium heat 1 minute. Cook green pepper, garlic, … [Read more...] about Vegetable Rice Pilaf
Solo Dieting
Maybe... just a thought here.... but maybe the number of solo dieters are so high because insurance won't cover you if you want to lose weight. I can't get insurance for babyboy because he's too big. Same applies if you want to quit smoking - insurance won't pay if you want to use zyban, or thorazine or whatever. 70 percent of dieters go solo, … [Read more...] about Solo Dieting
You On A Diet Book
My You On A Diet book by Michael Roizen and Mehmet Oz has just walked in the door. (Gotta love Amazon!) I touched on it when I first heard about it here: You on a diet after seeing the Oprah show. Can't wait to read what the book has to say. You: On A Diet: The Owner’s Manual for Waist Management YOU: On A Diet Revised Edition: The Owner’s … [Read more...] about You On A Diet Book
Turkey Breast Braised with Garlic and Rice
Turkey Breast Braised with Garlic and Rice 1 Cup long-grain rice 1 Can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth 1/2 Cup white wine 2 Teaspoons dried parsley 1/2 Teaspoon each dried rosemary, thyme and sage 1 Bay leaf 1 bone-in turkey breast (5-6 pounds) Paprika 3 Cloves garlic Preheat oven to 350. In 5-quart Dutch oven combine rice, broth, wine, parsley, … [Read more...] about Turkey Breast Braised with Garlic and Rice