Grocery store trips continue to stress the wallet as inflationary pressures cause prices to increase on food and pantry items. It’s important to stay focused on healthy eating despite rising costs. With a little extra planning, your family can eat healthy…
Thanksgiving is a holiday famous for over-indulgence. The typical holiday meal usually spans several hours and can easily exceed a day’s worth of calories. But by making a few simple substitutions, you can reduce calorie and fat intake while still…
St. Patrick’s Day commemorates the death of Ireland’s patron saint by wearing, eating and drinking all things green. To keep the holiday healthy, break away from tradition this year and forgo that salty, fatty corned beef and caloric beer by…
Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash 1-2 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped 1/2 small onion, chopped 1/2 can of black beans, drained and rinsed 3 TB low sugar BBQ sauce 1/2 tsp ground…
Ingredients 1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, defrosted & well drained 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded 1/3 cup reduced fat cream cheese 1 Tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese 1 Tablespoon onion, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 24 thin round…
Move over French fries! “Go Green” has a whole new meaning in the Memorial Medical Center cafeteria as a kale-based super salad has emerged as the most requested recipe from employees since Memorial implemented its Green Light, Choose Right menu.…
Reason #10 – For your children or family members who depend upon you. Making your health a priority helps you to participate more in the lives of your children and family members. Reason #9 – For your significant other who…
The holiday season is swiftly approaching and keeping your glucose under control during this time of year can be an extra challenge when you have diabetes. 1. Keep your meal times consistent. Keeping things consistent is the key. Try to eat…
Do you need to pick up some quick snacks for those always-hungry and busy kids? Snacks can be a helpful addition to a day’s meals if good choices are made. Children should eat every 3-5 hours during the day in…
Want to drop a pound or two in the next week? The possibility is real, simply by understanding the role calories play in weight gain and loss. Those aiming to lose weight should seek to drop no more than two…