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Wednesday, September 11, 2013
6 Snacks That Are Healthier Than They Seem
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Some snacks have a bad reputation for being unhealthy—but I’m setting the record straight on these six foods.
#1: Popcorn
Popcorn originally gained a bad reputation thanks to movie theaters frying popcorn in coconut oil and folks drowning it under buckets of artery-clogging butter. But corn is a whole grain and, when air-popped, it contains about 30 calories per cup along with 5% of the recommended daily dose of fiber. Sprinkle with a touch of sea salt or a drizzle of olive oil, and you’ve got a smart snack. (For added flavor, try Ellie’s Parmesan-Paprika Popcorn, above, from Food Network Magazine.)
#2: Dried fruit
Dried fruit’s bad name came about due to its high sugar content. When fruit is dried, the sugar and other nutrients become more condensed, making portion control important. (Seven apricot halves or 2 tablespoons of raisins or cranberries have the same amount of calories as a fresh pear or apple.) That said, dried fruit offers an easy way to add fiber and antioxidants into your diet, plus it’s a good alternative when fresh varieties are out of season.
#3: Hot cocoa
A cup of hot cocoa made with low-fat or nonfat milk is a wonderful way to satisfy a chocolate craving, get a dose of vitamin D and help meet the recommended daily servings of dairy. The milk also contains hunger-fighting protein, which helps keep people satisfied until the next meal.
#4: Avocado
Although 1 medium avocado has 250 calories, it supplies heart-healthy unsaturated fat. And there’s no need to snack on the entire avocado. Spread about 1/5th on whole grain crackers for a super-filling snack. The fiber (from the crackers) and fat (from the avocados) take longer to digest, keeping you more satisfied. Avocados also contain the antioxidant lutein, shown to help maintain eye health, and the plant sterol beta-sitosterol, shown to help lower cholesterol.
#5: Trail mix
Many store-bought trail mixes typically contain ingredients that are fried in artery-damaging types of fat. The smartest bet is to make your own using raw or dry roasted nuts, whole grain cereal and dried fruit. Pre-package into single-serve bags so you can always have a calorie-controlled, healthy snack on hand.
#6: Peanut Butter
Not all peanut butter is created equal. Some are made from only peanuts and salt (which is what you want), while others are a combo of peanuts, sugar and a variety of oils (including hydrogenated fats). Reduced-fat peanut butter may seem like the healthier choice, but the fat oftentimes is replaced with more sugar or preservatives. Peanut butter contains both hunger-satisfying protein and healthy fat. It also has a high antioxidant content, with loads of vitamin E. When snacking on peanut butter, stick with 1 tablespoon portions to dip fruit or spread on whole grain crackers.
Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, is a registered dietitian and consultant who specializes in food safety and culinary nutrition.
Read more at: http://blog.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/2013/08/16/6-snacks-that-are-healthier-than-they-seem/?oc=linkback
#1: Popcorn
Popcorn originally gained a bad reputation thanks to movie theaters frying popcorn in coconut oil and folks drowning it under buckets of artery-clogging butter. But corn is a whole grain and, when air-popped, it contains about 30 calories per cup along with 5% of the recommended daily dose of fiber. Sprinkle with a touch of sea salt or a drizzle of olive oil, and you’ve got a smart snack. (For added flavor, try Ellie’s Parmesan-Paprika Popcorn, above, from Food Network Magazine.)
#2: Dried fruit
Dried fruit’s bad name came about due to its high sugar content. When fruit is dried, the sugar and other nutrients become more condensed, making portion control important. (Seven apricot halves or 2 tablespoons of raisins or cranberries have the same amount of calories as a fresh pear or apple.) That said, dried fruit offers an easy way to add fiber and antioxidants into your diet, plus it’s a good alternative when fresh varieties are out of season.
#3: Hot cocoa
A cup of hot cocoa made with low-fat or nonfat milk is a wonderful way to satisfy a chocolate craving, get a dose of vitamin D and help meet the recommended daily servings of dairy. The milk also contains hunger-fighting protein, which helps keep people satisfied until the next meal.
#4: Avocado
Although 1 medium avocado has 250 calories, it supplies heart-healthy unsaturated fat. And there’s no need to snack on the entire avocado. Spread about 1/5th on whole grain crackers for a super-filling snack. The fiber (from the crackers) and fat (from the avocados) take longer to digest, keeping you more satisfied. Avocados also contain the antioxidant lutein, shown to help maintain eye health, and the plant sterol beta-sitosterol, shown to help lower cholesterol.
#5: Trail mix
Many store-bought trail mixes typically contain ingredients that are fried in artery-damaging types of fat. The smartest bet is to make your own using raw or dry roasted nuts, whole grain cereal and dried fruit. Pre-package into single-serve bags so you can always have a calorie-controlled, healthy snack on hand.
#6: Peanut Butter
Not all peanut butter is created equal. Some are made from only peanuts and salt (which is what you want), while others are a combo of peanuts, sugar and a variety of oils (including hydrogenated fats). Reduced-fat peanut butter may seem like the healthier choice, but the fat oftentimes is replaced with more sugar or preservatives. Peanut butter contains both hunger-satisfying protein and healthy fat. It also has a high antioxidant content, with loads of vitamin E. When snacking on peanut butter, stick with 1 tablespoon portions to dip fruit or spread on whole grain crackers.
Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, is a registered dietitian and consultant who specializes in food safety and culinary nutrition.
Read more at: http://blog.foodnetwork.com/healthyeats/2013/08/16/6-snacks-that-are-healthier-than-they-seem/?oc=linkback
Low-Cal Fettuccine Alfredo
Eat Healthy.......Be Skinny
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Total Time:
25 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
- 4 servings
- Level:
- Easy
- Ingredients
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 cup low-fat (2%) milk
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons Neufchtel or low-fat cream cheese
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus more for topping
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 ounces fresh fettuccine
Freshly ground pepper
Directions
Make the sauce: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and lemon zest and cook until the garlic is slightly soft, about 1 minute. Add in the flour and cook, stirring with a wooden spoon,1 minute. Whisk in the milk and 3/4 teaspoon salt and cook, whisking constantly, until just thickened, about 3 minutes. Add the Neufchatel and parmesan cheese; whisk until melted, about 1 minute. Stir in the chopped parsley.
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente, 2 to 3 minutes. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain the pasta and return to the pot.
Add the sauce and 1/2 cup of the reserved cooking water to the pasta and gently toss to combine, adding more cooking water as needed to loosen. Season with salt. Divide among bowls and top with parmesan and pepper.
Per serving: Calories 490; Fat 15 g (Saturated 8 g); Cholesterol 48 mg; Sodium 734 mg; Carbohydrate 66 g; Fiber 3 g; Protein 20 g
Read more at: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/low-cal-fettuccine-alfredo-recipe/index.html?oc=linkback
A Tastier – and Prettier – Alternative to Baked Potatoes
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Accordion Potatoes
Surprisingly simple to make, these eye-catching tots taste creamier than other potato varieties thanks to the red spud’s lower starch content. With a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley and thyme, they roast into a satisfying side dish that everyone will gobble up. A great addition to your healthy selections while taking skinny fiber.
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Serves: 8
Yields: 8 side-dish servings
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 37 min
Oven Temp: 450
- 8 large (8 ounces each) red potatoes
- 2 tablespoon(s) extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
- 1/4 teaspoon(s) coarsely ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon(s) chopped fresh parsley leaves
- 1 teaspoon(s) chopped fresh thyme leaves
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HUMP DAY!!!!!!
HUMP DAY got you down?
Grab a few of your friends and get your skinny on!
Buy two.....get one free!!!!!
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