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Get Skinny Fiber Now!!: Lose Weight, Gain Energy: 5 High-Protein Breakfast...: By  FitSugar  |  Healthy Living  –  48 minutes ago While I'm a firm believer in having a morning snack, not everyone has the time to ...

7 Ways Your Kitchen is Making You Fat

By Good Housekeeping | Healthy Living

It's what you eat, not where you keep it that contributes to weight gain, right? Yes and no. The way you've organized your kitchen can make all the difference with your stay-slim plan. Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD, Good Housekeeping Research Institute's nutrition director, shares how your current setup may not support your healthy-eating goals.

1. The Cookie Jar Is on the Countertop
Leaving a container loaded with treats in plain sight provides unrestricted access to what should remain an occasional indulgence. Clear containers tempt a sweet tooth even more.

Instead: Replace the jar of sugary goodies with a bowl of whole fruits such as apples, oranges, or bananas to encourage healthier snacking. Keep junk food out of sight and in a hard-to-reach location to dissuade unhealthy munching, says Cassetty.

2. You Pack Snacks in Sandwich-Size Baggies
Large plastic baggies are helpful when packing a sandwich for lunch, but they aren't doing your waistline any favors when it comes to snacks. "Filling a sandwich bag with nuts might mean noshing on a whopping 1,000 calories!" Cassetty warns.

Instead: Stock your pantry with snack-size bags for portioning an appropriate amount of on-the-go goodies. For nuts, an 125-calorie diet-friendly portion equals 18 almonds, 20 peanuts, or 30 pistachios.

3. Your Plates & Glasses Are Too Large
Larger platter sizes contribute to over-serving and overeating, according to a 2012 study in theJournal of Consumer Research. Steer clear of oversized wine glasses as well, says Cassetty. In a Good Housekeeping Research Institute study, testers poured themselves the perfect amount -- 5 ounces -- when equipped with a smaller stem. But when pouring into a larger glass, almost half of the group gave themselves 2 ounces more on average -- that's the equivalent of 50 extra calories!

Instead: Use a 9- or 10-inch salad dish to plate your food, and stick with a 10- or 12-inch wine goblet -- a little larger than a champagne flute and way smaller than the fish-bowl size glass you find at many restaurants.

4. Your Plates Aren't Colorful Enough
Top chefs aren't the only ones who should care about how their meals looks plated. According to a 2012 study in the Journal of Consumer Research, diners who used plates that were a similar color as their meal ended up serving themselves more food than participants with more colorful dishes.

Instead: Invest in red dinnerware, which can reduce calorie intake by 40%, according to researchers. Red plates and cups can also lead you to have less snacks and soft drinks, according to a 2012 study in the journal Appetite. "If you aren't in the market for new dishes, try setting the table with a red tablecloth or placemats instead," suggests Cassetty.

Related: Smart Swaps for Fall's Fattiest Foods

5. You're Hiding Your Produce
You can easily forget about fruit and veggies by stashing them at the back of your fridge or in opaque crisper drawers. Keeping them there too long leads to spoiled food and wasted money.

Instead: Prepare salads ahead of time and store them at the front of your fridge, so fresh veggies remain a priority, says Cassetty. If you have room in your grocery budget for the extra expense, save the time and effort required for chopping and cleaning fresh produce and buy them precut and prewashed. "I'm a busy working mom so these cheats allow my son and me to eat healthfully and spend extra time together," she says.

6. Your Kitchen Is Disorganized
If food prep isn't easy or you can't find certain pans or ingredients, you may be tempted to call for takeout -- and that's going to impede your healthy-eating plan, says Cassetty.

Instead: Make sure your cookware and go-to ingredients are readily available and easy to find. "A food processor can make quick work out of chopping onions and julienning veggies, but if you relegate it to the back of the cupboard, you may wind up underusing it," says Cassetty. "I also give valuable counter space to my indoor grill -- perfect for making chicken, fish, and even veggies with very little added oil."

Related: The Worst Snacks to Eat in the Afternoon

7. You're Not Planning Meals in Advance
When you have a mile-long to-do list, finding time to plan the first steps of dinner prep can be tough. Realizing you forgot to defrost the chicken for tonight's dish can derail a meal and your diet -- especially if you order in Chinese or hit the supermarket's buffet counter.

Instead: Set reminders in your smartphone, so you don't forget to remove meat from the freezer or to pick up lemons on your way home from work. "Isn't it called a smartphone for a reason? I'm pretty sure it's because it can outsmart busy people," jokes Cassetty. "I can't tell you how many times this has saved me." If you're not into high-tech to-do lists, there are always old-fashioned sticky notes -- leave them on your refrigerator door, cabinets you open frequently or other kitchen spots you might hit on a busy morning.

- By JuJu Kim

Lose Weight, Gain Energy: 5 High-Protein Breakfasts Under 350 Calories

By FitSugar | Healthy Living – 48 minutes ago

While I'm a firm believer in having a morning snack, not everyone has the time to stop for a banana and almonds break. If a morning snack isn't an option for you, fill up on a breakfast that's high in protein to satisfy your hunger and keep your energy going strong until lunch. Here are some breakfast ideas that contain at least 20grams of protein and are all under 350 calories. 

Cheese and Veggie Omelet
Two large eggs: 12.6 grams, 143 calories
One ounce monterey jack cheese: 6.9 grams, 104 calories
Three medium mushrooms: 1.7 grams, 12 calories
One plum tomato: 0.5 grams, 11 calories
Total protein: 21.7 grams Total calories: 270

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Cereal With Fruit and Milk
One cup GoLean Original cereal: 13 grams, 140 calories
One-half cup fresh raspberries: 0.7 grams, 32 calories
One medium peach: 0.9 grams, 38 calories
One cup skim milk: 8.7 grams, 91 calories
Total protein: 23.3 grams Total calories: 301

Yogurt With Fruit and Nuts
Six ounces plain Greek yogurt: 18 grams, 100 calories
One-half cup fresh blueberries: 0.5 grams, 42 calories
10 grapes: 0.4 grams, 34 calories
One-fourth cup sliced raw almonds: 4.9 grams, 133 calories
Total protein: 23.8 grams Total calories: 309

Fruit and Yogurt Smoothie
One small banana: 1.1 grams, 90 calories
Four ounces vanilla Greek yogurt: 10.7 grams, 80 calories
Five medium strawberries: 0.4 grams, 19 calories
One tablespoon all-natural creamy almond butter: 3.5 grams, 95 calories
Two cups raw spinach: 1.7 grams, 14 calories
One-fourth cup cannellini beans: 3 grams, 50 calories
Total protein: 20.4 grams Total calories: 348

Cottage Cheese With Fruit and Toast
Six ounces lowfat cottage cheese: 16.5 grams, 123 calories
10 fresh cherries: 0.9 grams, 52 calories
One slice whole-wheat bread: 4 grams, 100 calories
One-half tablespoon cashew butter: 1.3 grams, 48 calories
Total protein: 22.7 grams Total calories: 323

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4 Ingredients For A Healthy Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is almost here and many of us feel compelled to be grateful. You can recite all the affirmations you want, but when you don't really believe them, stress sets in. Many people go to extremes during Thanksgiving - marathon meals, marathon expenses, marathon get-togethers, marathon family arguments and marathon exhaustion. This year change the dynamics of the ritual celebration. Thanksgiving can actually be a healthy experience for body, mind and spirit starting the holiday season on the right foot - fewer resolutions to make this New Year. Did you know that socializing has been ranked as beneficial for health on par with exercise?

Four ingredients for a healthy Thanksgiving:

1. You are above ground. Celebrate life. Inhale and absorb the simple pleasures. Decorate a lamp like hanging circles made from construction paper expressing your wishes and appreciation.

2. Keep it simple. There is no point to serve so many dazzling dishes to wow your guests while you feel deader than the turkey. If your house is too clean and everything is too perfect, people are not going to feel comfortable as they will be afraid to disturb anything or flow in conversation. There is no substitute for relaxed good cheer which welcomes people to your home for warmth and positive energy.

3. Transform yourself into a guest in your own home. If you are in the kitchen up to your elbows in stress, you are not enjoying the holiday and your family and friends are not enjoying you. Let everyone feel important and help you out like a team.

4. Use the holiday as an opportunity to forgive and forget; no need to let pride build a barrier to loving relationships. Reconnect with family and friends as the occasion calls for it - no explanations necessary. You can incorporate a new forgiveness ritual as part of the Thanksgiving meal - followed by a sweet table.

By Intent.com | Healthy Living – Tue, Nov 16, 2010 9:03 PM EST

After dinner is over......remember your skinny fiber

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