Tagged: fiber

Warm Winter Lentil Soup or Salad Recipe

I really enjoy this satisfying lentils recipe that I revamped from a french cookbook. It can be served as a salad on lettuce leaves in the summer or as a […]

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Oven Roasted Asparagus Recipe

Prepare at the last minute before serving your dinner! Dry heat in the oven or on the grill is a favorite way to cook many vegetables, including asparagus. If you […]

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Why Do We Fear the Weight Room?

Ladies… put down those teeny dumbbells you found stacked in the corner at the gym and confidently march over to the heavier weights. Do not fear those iron barbells and […]

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Spicy White Bean Dip Recipe

Here’s a great dip recipe to bring to a Packer party or other Fall gatherings! It’s grain and dairy free, so it can easily accommodate some of the most common […]

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Fiber! Part 4: The Best Fiber Foods

This is the last post in a 4-part series on FIBER! (Read Part 1,  Part 2, & Part 3.) Fiber is an important component in your diet because it aids […]

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Fiber! Part 3: The Benefits of Eating Fiber

This is Part 3 in a 4-part series on FIBER! (Read Part 1 & Part 2.) Fiber is a substance found in the skins of fruits and vegetables and in whole […]

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Fiber! Part 2: The Downfalls of Eating Fiber

This is Part 2 in a 4-part series on the wonderful world of FIBER! (Read Part 1 here.) In recent years, fibrous foods have received praise for their health benefits. Dietitians and […]

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Fiber! Part 1: Types, Sources, & Recommended Intake

Fiber is critical for every adult and child in this country. In the future, it may be the difference between health and disease; and between living a shortened or longer […]

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It’s about time you tried a Green Smoothie!

Many people are busy today with work and activities other than preparing meals. You may want to try this smoothie recipe as a fun addition to your meals. One good […]

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9 Everyday Tips for Healthy Bag Lunches & Snacks

Guidelines for Healthy Eating and Snacking on a Daily Basis Whether the kids are headed off to school or you are brown bagging it to work, many of us prepare […]

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