Is there a magic formula that fits everyone’s water needs? The answer is no but being aware of your body’s health factors can help you better estimate how much H20 your body needs. The Importance of Water and Your Body Your body is composed of about 60% water. The functions of these bodily fluids include: […]
View a printable version of this recipe. Carrot Banana Breakfast Muffins Makes: 10 muffins | Serving Size: 2 muffins INGREDIENTS 1½ cups grated carrots (about 2 large carrots) 1½ cups mashed banana (about 2-3 large bananas) ½ cup egg whites or 2 eggs or ½ cup applesauce 2 tsp. vanilla 1 cup buckwheat flour or whole […]
A fun and simple way to gain bites of nutrition knowledge on a daily basis is through the free app, eaTipster. Created by the Dietitians of Canada, eaTipster serves up daily tips about food and nutrition straight to your mobile device. Additionally, eaTipster provides links to research and fabulous recipes to help keep you on […]
Broccoli Pizza Crust (gluten free) Serves 4 View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS 2 heads broccoli, blanched 4 eggs ¾ cup Parmesan cheese 2 tsp Italian seasoning 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp crushed red pepper 1 pinch salt Desired toppings, precooked DIRECTIONS Preheat oven to 400○F. In a food processor, pulse the […]
Asian Noodle Lettuce Wraps Serves 6 View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS Wraps: ½ pound spaghetti 2 large carrots 1 red bell pepper 4 ounces bean sprouts 2 large cucumbers 1 handful of scallions 1 cup fresh cilantro, rough chopped ½ head napa cabbage ½ head purple cabbage 2 cups peanuts 6 large […]
Avocado & Black Bean Tostadas Serves 6 View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS Avocado Cream: 1 ripe avocado ¼ cup sour cream 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon cilantro, rough chopped salt & pepper to taste Salsa: 1 cup fresh tomato, diced ½ cup black beans, rinsed and drained ½ cup corn, fresh […]
You may have heard that the American Heart Association recently made a change to blood pressure guidelines. This important change is the first in 14 years and reflects the results of several long-term studies (including the SPRINT study) which show that there are lower rates of cardiovascular events when blood pressure is controlled to lower […]
*Makes 6 bars **Adapted from superhealthykids.com View a printable version of this recipe. Berry and White Bean Breakfast Bars INGREDIENTS Filling: 1 cup berries (fresh or frozen, thawed) 1 tablespoon chia seeds Batter: 1 (15 ounce) can white beans ½ cup unsweetened applesauce 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ cup peanut butter 1 tablespoon honey 1 […]
*Makes 10 servings View a printable version of this recipe. Turkey Chili INGREDIENTS Cooking spray 1 small onion, diced 2 medium carrots, diced 1 medium zucchini (6 ounces), diced 1 clove garlic, minced 16 oz. lean ground turkey 1 (14.5 oz.) can, no-salt-added diced tomatoes 1 (28 oz.) can, no-salt-added crushed tomatoes 2 (15.25 oz.) […]
Chocolate Zucchini Muffins View a printable version of this recipe. INGREDIENTS 2 cups whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ½ teaspoon cinnamon 2 eggs ½ cup sugar 3 tablespoons plain non-fat greek yogurt 1 teaspoon vanilla extract ¼ cup unsalted butter ½ […]
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