I saw this and had to share! An adorable, edible tree that would make a great centerpiece! Material: 1 styrofoam cone (small or medium size) Toothpicks Cookie cutters with various shapes (I used a gingerbread-man shaped and a star shaped cutter) Assorted fruits – I used green and black grapes, strawberries, kiwis, dried cranberries and […]
Not all carbohydrates are evil! In fact many carbohydrates have extensive health benefits for us. As we shared earlier, you should include some carbohydrates in your daily diet and you should stay away from some. In this video Dr. Andrew Weil explains more details about a healthy carbohydrates diet:
Rice is the main ingredient of food in many cultures. Worldwide there are more than 40,000 different varieties of rice. Rice is a good source of dietary fiber and some good carbohydrates. Besides, rice is a good source of minerals such as magnesium, manganese and selenium. Some studies suggest that dietary rice bran contains many
We had a request here at PositiveMed to inform about this particular diet, so here it is: The Blood Type Diet is a nutritional diet advocated by Peter D’Adamo, the premise of this diet being that your blood type determines the food and exercise you need to be healthy. Food is divided into 3 categories
This drink was featured on The Biggest Loser along with other weight loss tips. You should drink at least three 8 oz glasses per day, they say the longer it sits, the better it tastes. You can eat them as well but they are intended as flavoring and still work, so that is a personal
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What is the main reason to drink diet soda? If you’re like most people, it’s to lose weight, or reduce calories and sugar. Studies keep showing a corresponding weight gain in those using artificial sweeteners compared to those using sugar. Non-nutritive sweeteners, or NNS, are 200 times sweeter than sugar, so you can use much
Holidays are approaching! Are you ready? We shared these amazing Santa hat brownies with you last year and the recipe was a hit. So if you’re looking for some adorable dessert, here’s a good idea for you: Amazing Santa hat Brownies Ingredients Brownies: 180 grams unsalted butter 3 eggs 3/4 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla
This useful infographic is titled “The Obesity Crisis: How the Expanding Waistline is the American Front(ier)” and provides interesting facts about the obesity epidemic in America and impact it is having on the economy, military, and healthcare. Image courtesy of Cascade Healthcare Solutions
Plate like a French woman! “French women eat smaller portions of more things, and American women eat larger portions of fewer things. So plate your meal like a French woman! For breakfast, eat a slice of toast, a sliver of butter, a bit of jam, and a fruit—like half a banana—plus coffee or tea. Variety,
New studies have shown that eating food high in trans fats can increase your sadness, and not by feeling guilty; so it’s bad for your arteries and for your emotional state. These fats, a good example of which is margarine, do not occur in nature, they are made in a lab to simulate the consistency
Ten Ways to Get Your Diet Back on Track Start now by recommitting today Drink water like it’s your job Plan each meal Eat don’t make up for overeating by not eating Revisit your food journal and repeat a good week Remind yourself how far you’ve come Move get your sweat on Don’t let a
Try this simple and delicious recipe, makes a great snack before, during, and after Thanksgiving! Ingredients 1 1/2 Tablespoons Butter, melted 1/2 Teaspoon Salt 1/8 Teaspoon Garlic Salt 2 Teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce 2 Cups Raw Whole Pumpkin Seeds Instructions Preheat the oven to 275?F and lightly grease a shallow baking sheet or baking dish. In
This is such a cute way to make sure there is one healthy appetizer, if there are kids around get them to help with this adorable project. If you’re going to munch, might as well be on this! Ingredients: Romaine or leaf lettuce 1 cucumber, sliced 1 red bell pepper 1 yellow bell pepper
When it comes to carbohydrates (carbs) there’s a misconception that all carbs are bad and one should stay away from all foods that contain carbs. But the truth is that carbs are essential components of a healthy diet and they’re necessary for proper organ functions. So choose good carbs, not no carbs. The best diets
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Ditch the canned cranberry sauce! It’s full of sugars, high fructose corn syrup, and other chemicals. Fresh cranberries are full of Vitamin C, natural anti-inflammatories, and antioxidants, and are very easy to prepare. I like fresh cranberry relish, very easy with a food processor. Wash and sort your cranberries, and 2 or 3 oranges, cut
When a recipe is this easy, and this good, why not avoid all the extra fat, sodium, and calories from a traditional recipe? I borrowed this one from our friends at Skinny Ms. Slow Cooker and intend to make it myself. Enjoy! 16 oz. bag frozen green beans, thawed, or fresh green beans that have
Mmmmm … gingerbread, with molasses and spices like nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon and, of course, ginger, come together to create that special taste so typical of this type of cookie and the holidays. Sometimes, gingerbread is even used as a decoration, in the form of a house, decorations, or a gingerbread man! These cookies are easy
No matter how much you love the holiday season, it is indeed stressful. There are financial concerns, weight gain concerns, family drama, crowded stores, and high expectations for the “perfect” holiday get together. It’s more important than ever to take care of yourself during this busy season. If you have been trying to eat healthier
