Have you poked your burger today? ;)

In response to the comments posted on the prior post (and my hankering for a burger) I can now provide you all with a photographic reference for what a 160-degree burger looks like: There you have it. Basically, it’s browned throughout. As to my temperature technique, while these were grilling (Foreman grill), I shimmied one over to [...]

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Do you need a kitchen safety makeover?

One of my favorite activities with clients is helping someone evaluate and makeover their kitchen. Believe it or not, your kitchen plays a substantial role in your food choices, and building the right food environment at home is incredibly helpful in supporting healthy eating habits. In addition, most people can also improve their kitchen in terms [...]

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Disarming your cravings

I recently read an article which contained some tips from Katherine Debra Zellner, a psychologist at Montclair State University, on reducing food cravings. While I read lots (and lots) of food/nutrition articles and news, this one stuck out as particularly novel and unique, so I’d like to share her tips, and add some of my own thoughts on the [...]

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Chilled Lime Seafood

This handsome and colorful dish is just perfect for a warm, relaxed evening. I made this recipe for one “hungry dietitian” dinner serving, but you may want to double it for two people. Alternately, a large batch of this marinated salad would make an enticing appetizer or first course for a dinner party.

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Power Breakfast

Only the best can show up at work having already kicked back some vegetables. Once you join that echelon, pat yourself on the back.
My pal Andy’s technique is to toss some greens into a berry smoothie, (don’t knock it til you’ve tried it) but I’m a gal with a soft spot in my heart for hot [...]

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EAT YOUR VEGGIES.

They’re not going to [...]

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You heard it here first!

While reading some new journal articles today I came across one that left a big smile on my face.

In the Journal of The International Society of Sports Nutrition, an article entitled “Cereal and nonfat milk support muscle recovery following exercise validated my stance on cereal as fantastic post-workout recovery food. (I have several boxes of [...]

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Nachos!

I promised nachos were coming (not just to you but to my handsome husband). So…. Voila! 

Basically, they’re the super crunchy pita chips described last night, topped with goodies! I used leftover cooked and shredded chicken, low fat cheddar cheese, some black beans, jalapenos, lowfat sour cream, and salsa. Since a big batch of chips won’t fit in [...]

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And the chips are down…..pita chips that is

Thankfully tonight’s leftovers called for another batch of chips, hence another photo op. I used to make tortilla chips using the high fiber tortillas I use for sandwiches etc, but they never turned out quite crispy enough. Making pita chips is far superior to get a crispy, and sturdy chip for dipping.  I always use either [...]

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Taco Salad and Mexican Layered Dip

This salad and dip make for a really fun night in. Especially when it’s hot, it’s also blissfully quick to put together, without any stove or oven heating needed!
 

Salad was for me, Val enjoyed it all as a layered dip. We missed a photo of the homemade chips to dip with, but stay tuned and I’ll [...]

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Don’t always do what you’re told ;)

Ok, sometimes it is best to listen and heed. If the doctor says take ALL the antibiotics, by all means listen and do it! There’s a reason, and antibiotic resistance is no joke.When the cop says slow down, you’d better go along with it. But in other cases, you really don’t need to always do what “they” [...]

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Minute Khana Indian Meals

Among my many food adventures, I actually haven’t had much Indian food. Not for lack of opportunity; I live in a neighborhood with a prevalent Indian population. I guess my hesitation comes partially from knowing that most Indian food is cooked with a generous amount of oil or butter, but also thinking if I went into an [...]

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NJ Marathon update

I try to avoid excessive off-topic posts, but I’m writing a side note today to fill everyone in on my day at the NJ marathon today. 

I arrived, as usual, far too early. But thanks to Keith Cook, who spotted me in the parking lot, I got to spend the extra time hanging out and chatting before [...]

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