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I’m in a front row kind of mood (not third row for sure!)
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Here is the Skinny and a little Grocery Gossip from Wegmans.
We are loving our lunch- quick and healthy! I’m here with my two youngest eating at the upstairs Cafe. Not only do we have a nutritious meal, mini picnic tables and a clean bathroom facility, but the service is amazing.
When we first sat down, a lovely woman brought us forks. Then a few minutes later she saw we needed a plate and came to our rescue- fabulous to not have to leave my 2 year old to get them myself. I adore this woman and remember her from last summer when I would come here by myself to study, always helpful and so sweet.
Anyway, the kids just finished whole wheat muffins, fruit and yogurt while I enjoyed my Sushi. And if you like Sushi- so fresh and amazing here! You may think you have to go to a Japanese restaurant or sushi bar for good authentic Sushi. BUT not so! Wegmans has and Sushi Chefs creating a large variety right in front of you. It’s actually better than some sushi I’ve had in restaurants.
Did I mention my children are watching Little Einsteins on the cafe TV while I post this from my iPhone? Also, note that they do have wine by the glass her if you want to come for a date night.
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Good Morning. Now that I’m back to an exercise routine, I’ve been needing a little extra Oomph in my breakfast. Here is a yummy recipe I found on MyRecipes.com I’m loving the simplicity of the whole grains that provide the nutrition you need to jump start your day. I added Walnuts to add some additional heart healthy Omega 3 fatty acids to my diet. You could also add some additional ground flax-seed -1Tbsp each bowl is welcomed (another one of my favorite ingredients to sneak in my kids food often)
I’m still working on my picky kids to eat walnuts…patience. I didn’t like them as a kid either so I get it.
Warm bowl of yummy. Whole grains from the oats and wheat germ provide nutrients: vitamin E, iron, potassium, and folic acid. Potassium from the bananas and adding walnuts is great because they have high levels of omega-3 fatty acids that other nuts don't.
This is a Diva Dietitian Recipe Restyle. Original recipe from myrecipes.com, Maureen Callahan, Cooking Light JANUARY 2010
Ingredients
Instructions
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Salsa Sweet Potato Dip n’ Spread
1/4 cup cooked mashed Sweet Potato
1/4 cup hot salsa
Cucumber slices or spears
fresh lime juice
Combine mashed sweet potato and salsa, mix well. Spritz with lime juice and spread on sliced cucumber rounds or serve with cucumber spears for dipping.
Yield: 1/2 cup
Salsa Sweet Potato Dip 'n Spread
You filed with the feds, but would you ante up to get a fix from your favorite food vices?
That last hike in cigarette prices was enough to motivate more smokers to quit and programs to help reported a surge in calls on their hotline.
But would a tax on sugary sodas, candy or “junk” food help tame those desires, inspiring discipline to limit them in better balance? or does it just create a more tormented backlash about individual choice and the blame game for public health woes?
File your returns on it here.
And though “junk food” tax tends to be a state and municipal issue, the U.S. Dietary Guidelines are up for 2010 revisions and now is your chance to speak up by submitting comments on-line. Attend the 3rd meeting of their advisory committee– a webinar open to the public — to be held April 29-30 2009 by registering at their site.
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A recent Nutritional Food Pairings article has me wondering – how much of a selling feature is such a concept?
Nutrient synergies are hardly a new finding. I still recall from my ’80s clinical training that iron is better absorbed with a vitamin C rich food, or even just the acidity – like from ground beef browned in a cast iron skilled and cooked in tomato sauce.
If a tasty meal is planned with nutritional pairing would it be chosen over selections more appealing by personal preference that didn’t have the extra health benefit of a higher functioning combo?
Like salmon served with polyphenol rich grapes that protect the omega-3 – would knowing that edge out the same fish dish served with seasoned sliced tomatoes if the latter was your more flavor-satisfying desire? 
How much of an influence does a value-added health plus have?
Share your thoughts here
Check out my sweet potato recipes. The moist, dense texture of sweet potatoes can eliminate the need for margarine or shortening in quickbreads and cookies while their sweetness requires less additional sugar. These are loaded with beta carotene too!
Sweet Potato Bread
Sweet Potato Bread
1-1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1-1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup cooked peeled mashed sweet potato
2 large eggs
¼ cup finely chopped raisins
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup cranberry juice cocktail
Preheat oven to 300°F. Lightly grease an 8 inch loaf pan. In large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and cinnamon. In a medium size bowl, mix the sweet potato, eggs, raisins, sugar and juice. Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Spread the batter in a loaf pan and bake for about 1 hour or until an inserted knife comes out clean. Cool for about 5 minutes, then remove from pan and continue cooling on a wire rack. Makes about 16 (1/2 inch thick) slices.
Calories 100, Fat 1 g, Saturated Fat 0g, Trans Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrates 21 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugars 10 g, Protein 3 g, Vitamin A 3260 IU (70% Daily Value)
Sweet Potato Oat Bran Cookie Balls
2/3 cup cooked peeled mashed sweet potato
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla
1 cup oat bran (dry for cooked, not cold cereal type)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Preheat oven to 325°F. Lightly grease a cookie sheet. Combine sweet potato and brown sugar; add egg and vanilla. Mix in remaining dry ingredients. Shape into 3/4 to 1 inch balls and place about 1 inch apart on greased cookie sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes or until bottoms turn dark brown. Cool before serving. About 3 dozen cookies.
Sweet Potato Oat Bran Cookie Balls
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