Author Archives: Jennifer

Summer Produce

  Summer is a season when many fruit and vegetables are “in season”.  What this means is that these fruits and vegetables are more plentiful and lower in cost.  Take advantage of locally grown produce to really taste fruits and vegetables at their peak of freshness.  During other seasons produce is shipped from other parts […] Continue reading

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Nutrition Counseling

Do you know that many insurance companies offer coverage for nutrition counseling? Personal Choice and Keystone Health Plan East offer 6 visits with an in-network Registered Dietitian each calendar year.  Visits are coverage at 100% with no co-payment or referrals needed.  Aetna also offers coverage as well with some plans requiring only small co-payments. Currently […] Continue reading

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Tomato

The tomato, which is generally thought of as a vegetable, is actually a fruit.  The tomato plant originated in South America and was spread around the world by the Spanish who colonized the Americas.  Today the tomato is one of the top foods consumed throughout the world. Tomatoes grow in a number of varieties from […] Continue reading

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Tomato Mozzarella and Basil Salad

Tomato Mozzarella Salad Print Recipe type: Salad Author: Jennifer Lynn-Pullman Serves: 2-4 Ingredients 2 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese 3-4 large Plum Tomatoes 6 large Basil Leaves Balsamic Vinegar to drizzle Salt and Pepper to taste Instructions Slice plum tomatoes in 1/4 inch slices. Place slices on a serving plate in a single layer. Slice mozzarella […] Continue reading

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Weight Loss Surgery Friendly Menu

Ralic’s Steakhouse in Haddonfield, NJ., has introduced a menu spefically designed for weight loss surgery patients.  Owner David Ralic, who underwent a Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy, developed the menu with the assistance of his surgeon and dietitian.  The Weight Is Over menu contains 3-4 oz portions of protein combined with healthy vegetables and starches.  There are sugar […] Continue reading

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Great Dressings for Your Salads

  Yes, I am putting in another plug for the Market at Delaware Vally College.  The Market has their own line of salad dressings, many of which are around 50 calories per serving (2 Tablespoons). They add great taste to your salads without hurting your calorie intake for the day.  My favorite is the Vidalia […] Continue reading

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Raspberries

We have raspberries!  Two of my three raspberry bushes have fruit.  I picked a small bowl and ate them for breakfast with strawberries and a vanilla yogurt.  Raspberry bushes are very harding and easy to grow in most climates.  Rasberries not only are red in color, but also can be found in black, purple, and […] Continue reading

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Easy Way to Eat More Veggies

Do you need an easy way to include more vegetables in your meals?  Try stir-fry.  The word “fry” often scares folks off, but when using  just a few teaspoons of canola or peanut oil combined with broth of your choice you can cook these beautiful vegetables quickly and easily.  Last night I cooked broccoli, scallions, onion, […] Continue reading

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Protein Dip

I experimented on my family and friends with this protein packed dip.  I have used plain greek yogurt as a dip before, but the dips always became runny.  I saw a similar recipe that used cream cheese as well.  The greek yogurt and light cream cheese became a great combination.  I used a spice blend […] Continue reading

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Seafood Market in Warrington

  If you live in the Warrington PA area and are looking for a great place to purchase fresh seafood, stop by Heller’s Seafood Market, http://hellersseafood.com/.  Heller’s is located at Rt. 611 and Bristol Road.  They have a great selection of fresh seafood, frozen seafood and soups, salads, and take out entrees.  I picked up […] Continue reading

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