Baked Bananas in Orange-Cinnamon Sauce
Ingredients: 4 medium ripe bananas, cut in half lengthwise 1/2 cup orange juice 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons soft margarine, melted 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 cup shredded coconut 1/2 cup low-fat lemon Greek […]
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15 Myths and Facts About Cellulite
Truth, lies, and cottage cheese thighs by Amanda MacMillan Got cellulite? You’re not alone: The cosmetic condition affects nearly 90% of women at some point during their lives, even women who are otherwise slender and fit. As common as cellulite […]
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SKINNY BAKED BROCCOLI MAC & CHEESE
12 oz (approx. 1 box) whole wheat fusilli pasta 1 1/2 tbsp butter 1/4 cup minced onion 1/4 cup flour 2 cups skim milk 1 cup fat free chicken broth (vegetarians use vegetable broth) 2 cups reduced-fat sharp cheddar 12 oz […]
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Core exercises: Why you should strengthen your core muscles
You know core exercises are good for you — but do you include core exercises in your fitness routine? Here’s why you should. By Mayo Clinic Staff Core exercises are an important part of a well-rounded fitness program. Aside from […]
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Broccoli & Sun-Dried Tomato Quiche
MYFITNESSPAL RECIPE Ingredients 1 (9 inch wide) deep dish frozen pie shell 5 ounces (approx. 2 cups) bagged broccoli florets, coarsely chopped in food processor 1/2 cup chopped onion 3 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground black […]
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10 Nutrient-Rich Super Foods
Super Food 1: Purple, Red, and Blue Grapes Grapes, especially dark-colored ones, are loaded with phytochemicals, antioxidants that may help protect against cancer and heart disease. Two of those phytochemicals, anthocyanin and proanthocyanidin, may be especially good for your immune […]
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Chili-Garlic Glazed Salmon
MYFITNESSPAL RECIPE Ingredients 3 tablespoons chili sauce with garlic (such as Hokan; certified gluten-free if necessary) 3 tablespoons minced green onions (about 3 green onions) 1 1/2 tablespoons low-sugar orange marmalade 3/4 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce (certified gluten-free if necessary) […]
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Best and Worst Foods for Diabetes
When you’ve got diabetes, your food choices matter a lot. Some are better than others. To help you choose the best and worst foods from major food groups, use this guide. Foods that are in the “worst” group can be […]
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Rich Chicken Stew
A blanquette is a classic French stew of veal, chicken or lamb with mushrooms in a velvety sauce. This concept has been adapted to the slow cooker to make a lightened-up version using chicken thighs. Just a little whipping cream […]
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How To Put On Lean Mass (muscle) and Look Great!
Are you looking to grow muscle mass, and burn calories more efficiently? It doesn’t happen overnight (as any body-builder can tell you) but you’ll be well on your way to adding muscle mass to your frame as you follow these […]
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