It’s that time of year again. “A New Year, A New You” talk is on every news feed, detox programs are flooding daytime television, and millions of people are flocking to the gym. Although New Year’s goal-setting is a positive and healthy way to improve your health and fitness, research shows only about 9 percent of New Year’s resolutions actually stick. In fact, many New Year’s resolutions don’t even last…
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Rice Pudding
Ingredients: 21⁄2 cups 1% low-fat milk 21⁄4 cups cooked long-grain white rice 1⁄4 cup raisins 1⁄4 teaspoon salt 1⁄4 cup brown (or white) sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon Directions: In a medium-size pot, combine milk, rice, raisins, and salt. Bring pot to a boil. Lower heat and cook for 15 minutes. Stir pot every 3 minutes. Add sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to pot. Mix well. Cook…
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Nutrition
Healthy Food For People with Diabetes
A diabetes diagnosis can leave even the most optimistic eater feeling downright downtrodden. It seems there are so many foods you “can’t” or “shouldn’t” eat when you have diabetes. But the reality is, you don’t have to resign yourself to a life of deprivation. There is a huge variety of food and beverage items that work well within a diabetic diet. To help you get started, here are four types…
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Pumpkin Parfait
Ingredients: 1 can (about 15 ounces) low-sodium pumpkin 3 cups fat-free or low-fat vanilla yogurt 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1⁄4 teaspoon ground nutmegGranola: 1⁄4 cup raisins 1⁄2 cup quick cooking oats 1⁄2 cup rice crisps 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1⁄4 cup brown (or white) sugar Directions: Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. In a blender or with a fork, blend the pumpkin until smooth. Mix pumpkin, yogurt, and spices in…
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10 Tips: Build a Healthy Meal
Each meal is a building block in your healthy eating style. Make sure to include all the food groups throughout the day. Make fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy, and protein foods part of your daily meals and snacks. Also, limit added sugars, saturated fat, and sodium. 1. Make half your plate veggies and fruits Vegetables and fruits are full of nutrients that support good health. Choose fruits and red, orange, and…
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