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Cooking Up a Storm During Coronavirus Crisis? Store Leftovers Safely
- Robert Preidt
- March 25, 2020
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Social distancing measures have many Americans cooking at home during the coronavirus pandemic, so one food safety expert has tips for storing and preparing leftovers properly.
One of the most important safety measures is to place perishable foods -- those that requi...
TV Can Be a Good Influence on Kids' Eating Habits
- Robert Preidt
- January 8, 2020
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Can television teach kids how to eat healthy?
Maybe, suggests new research. Watching cooking shows that featured healthy recipes seemed to encourage healthy eating in children, the study showed.
"The findings from this study indicate cooking programs can be...
A Breakfast Fit for Making Your New Year's Resolutions
- Len Canter
- January 1, 2020
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New Year's Day is typically when you vow to start a new diet to take off any weight you put on over the holidays or have been carrying. This year, make your resolutions attainable -- slight changes that improve health without making impossible-to-meet demands on yourself.
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Toast a Healthy New Year With These Holiday Cocktail Recipes
- Len Canter
- December 31, 2019
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Looking to ring in the New Year with cocktails that are lower in calories? Here are three delicious options worthy of a special celebration any time of the year with a little fruit tossed in for good measure.
For an elegant pink champagne cocktail, to each glass add ...
Better Choices for a Fast, Healthy Lunch
- Len Canter
- December 30, 2019
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Rushed for lunch? Yes, that nearby fast-food chain is convenient, but by tweaking your choices you can cut unwanted salt, fat and calories.
When the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) updates its food guidelines, it doesn't exactly break down how you're supposed t...
Recipes for Healthy Holiday Appetizers
- Len Canter
- December 27, 2019
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Finger foods are delicious, but they can pack on the calories even when you just nibble. Here are two appetizer makeovers with plenty of flavor and a lot less fat.
Jalapeno poppers are a favorite thanks to their creamy filling and crunchy coating. By baking instead o...
Recipes for a Festive Holiday Feast
- Len Canter
- December 23, 2019
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Elegant holiday dishes are surprisingly easy to pull off when you stick to only a few ingredients. Try this delicious pork loin roast flavored with fragrant dried herbs and the perfect accompaniment -- apples and sweet potatoes.
Roasted Pork Loin
A Tasty and Nutritious Way to Prepare Fish
- Len Canter
- November 8, 2019
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Want to get more fish in your diet with a lot more flavor? This two-step technique yields a crispy outside and flaky fish within.
Cooking fish in a skillet is a fast and flavorful way to prepare this healthy, low-calorie protein. The trick to searing fish and getting...
The Healthiest Condiment You've Never Heard Of
- Len Canter
- November 7, 2019
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If you're looking for a way to liven up your dishes with a great tasting, low-calorie condiment, zesty gremolata is for you.
Gremolata is an Italian chopped herb mix and, as exotic as it sounds, it takes just three ingredients to make: lemon zest, parsley and garlic....
How to Make a Lighter Layer Cake
- Len Canter
- November 5, 2019
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Want to have your cake and eat nutritiously, too? You can do both if you lighten up your baking.
The typical buttery layer cake may taste good, but its main ingredient is white flour, which is basically devoid of nutrition. Using almonds and coconut in place of flour...
Try This Easy Pumpkin Dessert for Halloween
- Len Canter
- October 31, 2019
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Pumpkin-flavored drinks and desserts are everywhere this time of year, often adding unwanted calories with surprisingly little real pumpkin. But you don't have to miss out on pumpkin's nutrients -- vitamin A along with a good amount of vitamin C and fiber -- if you cook with i...
Try This Healthy Autumn Apple Dessert
- Len Canter
- October 30, 2019
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Apples are a superfruit loaded with nutrients and soluble fiber. While warm apple pie is the quintessential American dessert, a few tweaks to the standard recipe can lighten the calorie load.
First, switch from pie to crumble, which calls for less crust. To make the ...
A Lighter, Healthier Version of Baked Crab Dip
- Len Canter
- October 29, 2019
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Looking for a tasty seafood dip for your next family gathering? Everyone will love this baked crab classic that's been given a healthy makeover.
Crab is a great source of protein and makes an excellent base for a dip. It's low in calories and high in vitamin B12 and ...
Try These Homemade Chocolate Treats for Halloween
- Len Canter
- October 25, 2019
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This Halloween, don't deny yourself tempting treats or throw your healthy eating plan out of whack when the kids indulge. The answer is chocolate-covered fruit -- all the sweetness of candy with nutrients you won't find in the Trick or Treat bag.
Fresh berries and fr...
Don't Be Fooled By Foods That Sound Healthy But Aren't
- Len Canter
- October 23, 2019
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You probably already realize that adding zucchini or carrots to a cake won't magically make it low calorie or healthy. But you might not realize that there are many foods that sound healthy but really aren't.
It might seem as though bran muffins are the perfect way t...
Making a Lighter Chicken Parmesan
- Len Canter
- October 22, 2019
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Love your chicken parm but not the crazy calorie overload you get at a restaurant? Try this lighter version that's easy to make at home.
Most of the unwanted calories in chicken parmesan come from heavy breading plus the typical big side of pasta. Both bring down the...
Cooking With Greens
- Len Canter
- October 18, 2019
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It's time to go beyond spinach and kale. To really power up your meals with greens, you want to explore the taste and texture of watercress and dandelions. And the following recipes will get from the fridge to your table in minutes.
Watercress is part of the crucifer...
How to Make Your Own Healthy Chicken Tenders
- Len Canter
- October 17, 2019
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Are you a chicken finger fanatic, but worried about what might be lurking in the take-out versions? The solution is simple: Do it yourself.
Making chicken fingers at home is a snap. Between oven baking and ingredient swaps to cut back on the fat and calories, this ve...
Millet: A Whole Grain You Might Be Overlooking
- Len Canter
- October 16, 2019
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Don't let the names of exotic grains like millet keep you from trying them. They're as easy to make as standard white rice yet far more nutritious.
Millet is the seed of a grass that grows in Africa. It has a fluffy, dry texture and tastes similar to corn. Millet has...
How to Spice Up Everyday Oatmeal
- Len Canter
- October 14, 2019
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Want to add pizzazz to your morning bowl of oats? Here's how to spice things up and boost the nutrition.
Oats are rich in important minerals like manganese, which plays a role in controlling blood sugar. They also happen to be very high in fiber, important for gut an...
Barley: A Tasty Alternative to Rice
- Len Canter
- October 10, 2019
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Looking for a simple yet delicious way to enjoy whole grains? Start with nutritious, easy-to-cook barley, a great swap for processed grains like white rice.
When shopping, choose hulled barley instead of pearl. Hulled barley retains more of the outer bran layer with ...
The Slow Cooker Makes a Comeback
- Len Canter
- October 9, 2019
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You might think of a slow cooker as your grandma's favorite timesaver, but this countertop device has many modern benefits -- from making healthier meals and cutting calories to saving you time at the stove.
Because almost all you need to do is cut, measure and add ...
A Cool-Season Comfort Food Without Lots of Calories
- Len Canter
- October 8, 2019
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If you've been relegating parsnips to the stock pot (their sweetness enhances both chicken and vegetable broth) or have been skipping over them altogether, you're missing out on a hearty side-dish choice for fall evenings and winter holidays alike.
Think of parsnips ...
Cooking Food Changes Makeup of Gut Bacteria
- Steven Reinberg
- October 7, 2019
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Cooking food has a fundamental impact on what bacteria live in your gut, a new study finds.
"Our lab and others have studied how different kinds of diet -- such as vegetarian versus meat-based diets -- impact the microbiome [gut bacteria]," said senior study author ...
How to Make Your Own Healthful Sauerkraut
- Len Canter
- October 7, 2019
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Pickled foods are still on trend and so are do-it-yourself recipes since homemade fermented foods taste much better than store-bought versions.
Making your own fermented foods is easier than you think and the ideal way to introduce good gut bacteria into your microbi...
Overcoming Your Artichoke Anxiety
- Len Canter
- October 4, 2019
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Love those artichoke appetizers you get at restaurants but stop in your tracks when you see them on display at the store? Yes, artichokes look intimidating, but once you know the secret of artichoke prep, you'll look for opportunities to prepare them at home.
Articho...
Buffalo Cauliflower: A Better Bar Food
- Len Canter
- October 3, 2019
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Love the taste of hot wings, but looking for something healthier? If you're a fan of this game day favorite, you'll go wild over Buffalo cauliflower.
Making the simple swap from chicken wings to cauliflower gets more veggies into your diet and adds a world of ...
Seasonal Drinks With a Lighter Touch
- Len Canter
- September 27, 2019
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With pumpkin spice lattes already hitting coffee shops, it's never too soon to rethink favorite seasonal sips and cut calories without sacrificing flavor.
Here are four to try from now until the holidays really begin! Each recipe makes two drinks.
Pear B...
How to Give Wild Rice an Expert Touch
- Len Canter
- September 26, 2019
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Love the taste of wild rice, but aren't sure how to make it yourself? It's easier than you think once you know how to prep and cook it the correct way.
Wild rice is not actually rice, but rather the seed of an aquatic grass. It's a Native American food that has a del...
Try Roasted Root Vegetables for a Tasty Fall Dinner
- Len Canter
- September 25, 2019
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Want to warm up as the temperature cools down and get in more nutrients, too? Roasted vegetables are a delicious way to do both.
Starchier root veggies, like carrots, parsnips and potatoes, lend themselves to roasting since their natural sugars intensify as they cook...
Lighten Up Your Favorite Mac 'N' Cheese
- Len Canter
- September 23, 2019
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It's hard to beat the comfort quotient of a hot, bubbling dish of macaroni and cheese, but the fat and calorie overload can be a health disaster. Here's how to make a lighter version with all the taste intact.
Start by choosing a whole grain pasta such as spelt or a ...
Smarter Snacks for Football Fans
- Len Canter
- September 20, 2019
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This year, when the gang comes over to watch football, score big with these healthy treats.
Rich and creamy onion dip with chips is a favorite and so easy to make by mixing sour cream into a flavor packet. But most dip mixes are loaded with MSG, sodium and artificia...
Stock up on These Fall Superfoods
- Len Canter
- September 18, 2019
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Butternut squash, Brussels sprouts and apples are all amazing fall superfoods and the perfect reason to get cooking.
Cheap and versatile, butternut squash is loaded with fiber and vitamin A. For an easy butternut squash mash, cut the squash in half, discard the seeds...
Cooking With Exotic Mushrooms
- Len Canter
- September 12, 2019
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Move over button mushrooms. Exotic varieties are becoming more and more popular, and are available at farmers markets and even local grocery stores.
In ancient healing traditions, mushrooms have always been one of the top medicinal foods, and now science is discoveri...
Avocado Toast With a Twist
- Len Canter
- September 11, 2019
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It's a pricy mainstay on restaurant menus, but avocado toast is an easy and healthy breakfast or lunch that you can make at home.
Avocados are full of healthy fats and vitamins C, E and B6. They're fiber all-stars, too, with 10 grams per cup. Best known as the base f...
Fast Prep Steps for Healthier Salads
- Len Canter
- September 10, 2019
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Make the most of your farmers market bounty with fast salads that highlight end-of-summer's best produce, like a filling Cobb salad with tomatoes, corn, and green and red lettuces.
Some simple prep tips make it an easy lunch or dinner, and smart swaps help streamline...
Soups Are the New Smoothies
- Len Canter
- September 9, 2019
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When made at home, smoothies can be delicious and nutritious (store-bought versions often contain lots of sugar and an abundance of calories). But when it comes to feeling satisfied, a rich, thick soup has them beat.
There's science behind the diet tip to eat filling...
Get Spicy With Homemade No-Salt Seasonings
- Len Canter
- September 6, 2019
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Spices add not only great flavor to foods, but also micronutrients for a healthy diet.
Spice blends can be especially zesty, but many on grocery store shelves are loaded with sodium, which can spike your salt intake and detract from the spices' benefits. Mix your ow...
A Tasty, Good-for-You Treat: Roasted Garlic
- Len Canter
- September 5, 2019
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Few ingredients span the range of international cuisines as much as garlic. Garlic has a rich and interesting history as both a flavoring and a medicinal food.
The bulb of a plant in the allium family (along with onions and chives), garlic contains potent antibacte...
Poached Pears, Two Ways
- Len Canter
- September 4, 2019
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Looking for an elegant dessert that's healthy, too?
Poached pears are ideal because they're sweet and hold their shape well during cooking. They can also be topped with a sweet finish or a surprisingly tangy one. Either way, you can wow guests at your next dinner pa...
Get Smart About Eggs
- Len Canter
- September 2, 2019
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The word on eggs changes faster than you can say "sunny-side up." One day their cholesterol isn't a concern and the next day it is.
After a 2018 study found an egg a day was fine for healthy people, a 2019 study published in the Journal of the American Medical As...
Kitchen Essentials: Gadgets That Make Healthy Cooking Easier
- Len Canter
- August 29, 2019
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The right tools make healthy cooking so much easier. Just a few gadgets can make all the difference.
Olive, safflower and other plant-based oils are great unsaturated fat choices, but they do add calories. Cut the amount of oil you use with an oil mister. This simple...
An Easy Recipe for Healthier Back-to-School Lunches
- Len Canter
- August 28, 2019
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Getting kids to eat right can be a challenge, but an easy place to start is with the lunch they bring to school. Make the contents of their lunchbox more fun, and they'll be more likely to eat what you pack. These creative tips will make this meal more nutritious, too.
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How to Make a Richer, Healthier Chocolate Dessert
- Len Canter
- August 27, 2019
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Creamy chocolate pudding is major comfort food, but most store-bought and even homemade versions have loads of sugar and little nutrition. Yet it is possible to make a super chocolatey pudding that's also good for you.
The key ingredients are rich avocado, high in hea...
Get Cooking With Elegant, Flavorful Scallops
- Len Canter
- August 26, 2019
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Do you love restaurant-style scallops but feel nervous about making them at home? Here's the 101 to cooking the perfect scallop every time.
The trick to creating tasty scallop dishes is to choose "dry" scallops -- these aren't treated with phosphates, which can give ...
Give This Recipe for Tasty, Nutritious Beets a Try
- Len Canter
- August 23, 2019
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"Eating the rainbow" is a great way to harness the different micronutrients in fruits and vegetables.
Among the reds (and yellows), naturally sweet beets are a great source of folate, the B vitamin, fiber and potassium. If you shied away from beets as a kid, it's t...
How to Enjoy Cheese Without the Guilt
- Len Canter
- August 20, 2019
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Americans eat three times as much cheese as just 50 years ago, but not because we're enjoying careful indulgences like a cheese plate with fruit and whole grain crackers.
Experts point to the cheese overload in pizza and other Italian dishes, Tex-Mex favorites and t...
Spice Up Your Meals With Habanero Chili Chutney
- Len Canter
- August 15, 2019
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If you're a chili pepper lover who can take the heat, then take it to the next level with super spicy habaneros.
Habaneros aren't for the faint of heart. They rank among some of the world's hottest chilies on the Scoville scale, which is used to measure the heat of a...
How to Make Perfect Guacamole
- Len Canter
- August 12, 2019
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Guacamole is one party dip that's actually good for you, and it's easy to make at home.
Hass avocados -- with green skins that turn brown-black when ripe -- are rich and creamy. They're filled with healthy fats, vitamins and fiber. The rest of the fresh ingredients i...
Dig Into a Stove-Top Clambake
- Len Canter
- August 7, 2019
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Are you craving a seafood bonanza but can't get to the beach? Here's how to make a clambake right in your own kitchen.
Traditional clambakes serve up more than clams. This special one-pot meal typically includes other seafood, such as lobster and mussels, plus hearty...