It is possible to fit vegetables and fruits into any budget. Making nutritious choices does not have to hurt your wallet. Getting enough of these foods promotes health and can reduce your risk of certain diseases. There are many low-cost ways to meet your fruit and vegetable needs. Celebrate the season Use fresh vegetables and fruits that are in season. They are easy to get, have more flavor, and…
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Mango Cucumber Soup
Makes: 4 Servings Total Cost: $$ Prep time: 30 minutes Sweet, ripe mangoes are the basis for this refreshing and quick chilled summer soup. It’s a no-stove recipe that’s perfect when outdoor temperatures rise. Ingredients 2 ripe mangoes (divided) 1 English cucumber (divided) 2 tablespoons chopped onion 1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced (optional) 1 lime, juiced 1/2 cup water 2 -6 oz. containers plain, non-fat Greek yogurt 1/4 cup fresh…
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Nutrition
The Key to Keto
These days, you can’t go anywhere without hearing about the ketogenic diet. Celebs like Kourtney Kardashian and Halle Berry have done it, Pinterest is flooded with recipe ideas for it, and #keto has been used more than 6 million times on Instagram. There’s definitely something behind all the hype. But weight loss aside, is it actually a healthy way to live? The premise of going keto is straight forward: eat…
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Bell Pepper and Apple Coleslaw
Makes: 4 Servings Total Cost:$ Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: Apples and bell peppers liven up this coleslaw made with an easy vinegar mustard dressing. Add more color with red, orange or yellow bell peppers. Use your favorite sweet and crisp apple, such as Gala or Fuji. Ingredients For the Dressing: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/4 cup apple juice 2 tablespoons cider vinegar 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon…
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