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eatpractical

  1. When shopping for organic products look for a barcode that begins with the number 9. All organic foods start with a number 9!
  2. Need a sweetener that can boost immunity and reduce your risk of heart disease? Try pure maple syrup! < Calories & > minerals than honey
  3. Why is it that we now have to pay a premium for foods that are the way nature intended them to be? So frustrating!
  4. Crave Your Sweets And Eat Them Too With THIS Nutrition Tip! http://networkedblogs.com/icu8U
  5. Community garden approved! Time for summer veggies! Check your community for shared gardens if you don't have space but want a garden!
  6. 2 c arugula, 1 c olive oil, 1 c parmesan, 2 cloves garlic minced, salt & pepper -toss with diced chicken & add in pita with diced tomatoes!
  7. Another way to use greek yougurt--add 1 tsp of honey & light mayo, a dash of parsley & mix with chopped apples, grapes, & toasted walnuts!
  8. Need a quick salad makeover? Try tossing sliced red pepper strips, torn spinach leaves, crumbled feta and italian dressing together
  9. Check out Lara Bars with only three to five easy to recognize ingredients--Just tried coconut cream pie and it was yummy
  10. Not eating after dinner really helps if you are trying to lose weight
  11. Sugar: Is All Created Equal? http://networkedblogs.com/fokvG
  12. Greek Yogurt +¼ cup shredded cheese+ ½ packet fiesta ranch seasoning = a great dip for raw veggies!
  13. Cool portion control plates http://www.amazon.com/Slimware-Safari-Portion-Conscious-Dinner/dp/B003E6LK60/ref=pd_ecc_rvi_cart_1
  14. Baby fed, toddler went potty, both happy, time to move! When time presents itself get moving! No more waiting until I feel like it :)
  15. Need something to bulk up your soup? Try barley vs potatoes or rice & cook for approx 30 min or until tender Whole Grain=Fiber=Satiety
  16. Five Tips for Eating Healthy With Unhealthy Eaters http://networkedblogs.com/eVPy5
  17. Attempt to try a new recipe every week on a day when you have extra free time as new recipes take longer to prepare
  18. Appropriate as we learn more about the makeup of fast food! “It’s not food if it arrived through the window of your car.” ~ Michael Pollan
  19. Not sure if you will like a spice? Smell it--if you don't like the smell you will most likely not like the taste!