Nothing screams Halloween more than Pumpkins! Don't just carve pumpkins this year, enjoy all parts of the pumpkin in delicious recipes. Make a tasty pumpkin soup, or roast the seeds and use as a great salad topper, or just slice up the pumpkin and roast in the oven for a nice nutty low carb and weight loss friendly side. Pumpkins are rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that may boost your immune system, protect your eyesight and may promote good skin health.
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Pumpkin puree isn't just for pies, you can add it to oatmeal, smoothies, yogurt, and more! Pumpkin contains Vitamin C and has 100% of your daily Vitamin A, which helps improve skin, boost immune system and protect eyesight. A 1/2 cup of puree is only 50 calories and has 3 grams of fiber. Finally, pumpkin has shown to reduce blood sugar, improve glucose tolerance and increase the amount of insulin the body produces.
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Don't let the holidays spoil your goals, switch out some of the carb heavy side dishes for a light and delicious dish that won't have you unbuckling your pants before you even get to the turkey. Use cauliflower to make a ever so tasty cauliflower stuffing, by keeping the same flavors you find in traditional stuffing such as carrots, onions, celery, rosemary, thyme, sage and butter you can toss the bread and sub the cauliflower and fill up on healthy fiber while enjoying a lighter version of the classic heavy stuffing.
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#DidYouKnow Sweet potatoes come in a variety of colors (white, purple and yellow) and are high in fiber, beta carotene (which converts to vitamin A when consumed), iron, calcium, selenium, vitamin c and most of the B vitamins! This delish vegetable is versatile and can be used in sauces, soups, desserts, side dishes, soufflés, salads, breads and more. This holiday season, try making a simple sweet potato salad with dried cranberries (or pomegranate seeds), feta, fresh herbs and a light vinaigrette.
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Looking for a better for you chip for Superbowl Sunday, look no more! Biena Snacks Puffs in Blazin Hot and Aged White Cheddar are a perfect option to help kick off the game. They have fewer carbs, more protein and nutritious ingredients compared to other cheese puffs. Not to mention they are grain free, gluten free and non GMO. Need a Vegan Option, Try the Vegan Ranch flavor! This Wellness tip is brought to you by, Daisy Pagani MS,RDN.
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Sandwich thins are a great lower calorie option for sandwiches or burgers! Make sure to go for the whole grain or whole wheat for that extra fiber to make you feel more full.
Condiments can enhance your summer grilling recipes! Try True Made BBQ, ketchup and sriracha for a healthier condiment alternative!
When it comes to stocking up your kitchen with a few staples I always recommend having fresh herbs on deck! Fresh herbs can take any dish from good to great without adding any extra calories or fat! Would a salsa even be a salsa without cilantro or a pesto without basil? Fresh herbs pull a dish together by infusing it with amazing aromas and flavors while also providing rich antioxidant properties!
Salads can still be healthy and delicious! Primal Kitchen Dressings are a healthier alternative with minimal ingredients and still provide that taste you desire.
Sir Kensington's condiments are a great choice when looking for healthier kitchen staples. This company is committed to providing you with condiments that are made with clean ingredients, don't believe it? Just look at the ingredient list, it is short and you can pronounce all the words. They use better quality, better sourcing practices, and all of their products have amazing flavor. Bring some healthy excitement to your BBQ this summer by choosing this dietitian approved condiment.
Grilling doesn't have to be for just hamburgers, hot-dogs, chicken and steak! Have you ever tried grilling some of your favorite vegetables or fruits? Grilling vegetables adds a great smoky flavor as well as a different texture you wouldn't get from boiling or sauteing. Try adding some healthy oil, salt and pepper or your favorite seasonings to a Portobello cap and grill for a terrific side dish or meat substitute. Step out of your comfort zone and cut a white peach in half and just throw it on the grill, the high heat of the grill will bring out the natural sugars and caramelize the peach for an even sweeter fruit, top it with some Greek yogurt for a healthy dessert. Be adventurous, impress your family and guests by grilling asparagus, romaine lettuce, zucchini, cauliflower, mushrooms, jicama or scallions, or try keeping to a healthier sweet tooth and grill up some white peaches, apricots, plums, pineapple, cherries or pears!
These Wellness tips are brought to you by Daisy Pagani MS,RDN.