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Mar 22, 2019 - In Healthy Cooking What We Love About Lentils

As many westerners are shifting toward more plant-based diets, one of the most commonly asked questions is how do you get enough protein in your diet? Well, with lentils, which are a pulse crop, they are low in fat and high in protein and fiber, making ...

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Mar 22, 2019 - In Healthy Cooking A Breakdown of Macros and Micros

In the world of fitness and dieting, it’s common to hear the words “macros” and “micros” thrown around, especially in terms of counting and tracking, which may sound intimidating and can cause confusion. In basic terms, macronutrients are the nutrients ...

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Mar 22, 2019 - In Healthy Cooking Turkey Stuffed Zucchini Boats

This nutritious, low-calorie recipe is fun for the whole family! Ingredients 4 small zucchini 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small yellow onion, diced 8 ounces 93% lean ground turkey 2 cloves garlic, minced 14.5-ounce can no-salt added diced tomatoes 1/4 ...

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Mar 6, 2019 - In Healthy Cooking The Skinny on Dark, Leafy Greens

Many of us have been told to “eat your vegetables” since childhood. Most of the time, mom or dad were referring to broccoli, carrots or similar vegetables that accompanied your home cooked meals. Lately however, we’ve been seeing a rise in popularity of ...

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Mar 6, 2019 - In Healthy Cooking Southwestern Quinoa Stuffed Peppers For a Healthy Meatless Monday Meal

For a healthy meal the entire family will love, try this southwestern take on stuffed peppers recipe - perfect for a Meatless Monday recipe! Ingredients 1 cup quinoa 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 yellow onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup low-sodium ...

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Mar 5, 2019 - In Healthy Cooking Good Food For Every Body

Wellness On Wheels Mobile Education Van Provides A Hands-On Approach To Healthy Eating. When the big green van pulls up, the kids say “Wow!”—and that’s just the reaction RWJBarnabas Health healthcare providers and their partners are looking for. The ...

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Feb 1, 2019 - In Healthy Cooking Recipe: Lentil Bolognese Over Spaghetti Squash

Warm up this winter with this hearty, low-calorie take on spaghetti bolognese! Ingredients 1 medium spaghetti squash 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, diced 1 stalk celery, diced 3 large carrots, peeled and diced 6 cloves garlic, minced 6 ounce can ...

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Feb 1, 2019 - In Healthy Cooking The Surprising Health Benefits of Bananas

The United States is now the second largest important of bananas, so why not learn a bit more about this nutritious fruit that is so bountiful in our country? A medium-sized banana has about 105 calories, but nutrition may depend on ripeness and size. ...

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Dec 17, 2018 - In Healthy Cooking Choosing the Right Trail Mix

Trail mix is great for warding off afternoon hunger, as long as you’re buying or making the right kind. Homemade trail mixes tend to be better for you because you can control the amount of sugar. Many store-bought trail mixes are high in sugar and have a ...

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