Yes, I’m a candy addict! But there’s a time and place for “junkie foods,” as I call them. Here’s a rundown on some of the popular candies and the best choices for snack bags, party favors or even Halloween trick or treaters.
In this week’s nutrition news: A healthy-eating kids book hits the market, one study finds an interesting link between candy and violent behavior and would you change your lifestyle if you could make money doing it?
I love digging into fluffy pancakes. In fact, banana-chocolate chip is the house favorite. But let’s face it — topping your pancakes with gobs of syrup and butter is not the healthiest way to start your day. Do a little swapping in your recipe, and you can lighten up your pancakes in no time.
In this week’s nutrition headlines: a study finds that organic foods are the healthier choice, new fiber-fortified products are on the market and some heart-healthy news for chocoholics.
I’m a true-blue sweets lover. I’m often tempted to press my face up against a bakery window and drool at all the chocolate goodies. Looking for something new to satisfy your sweet tooth? These low-cal desserts are perfect for the summer and feature its fresh fruits. Add them to your recipe collection!
You will find lecithin in packaged foods and in supplements, but what is it exactly and is it good for you? Find out more about this added ingredient and what it does to your food.
Mmm, chocolate chip cookies are my absolute favorite. So when I came across this EatingWell recipe, I had to share. You might question a cookie being healthy, but these babies come in at under 100 calories each. Mind you, there are some changes from the classic Tollhouse version, including whole-wheat flour, rolled oats and canola oil. Use dark chocolate chips to up your daily antioxidant dose. And remember, these are yummy so don’t overdo it!
Homemade cookies are a wise dessert choice. They’re portioned, easy to make and you get to control the ingredients. Try these Healthy Eats-approved sweets — fancy enough for company, yet casual enough for an evening snack.
My pal/co-worker Emily (from the Food Network Store) has been drooling over this smoothie all week. “It’s like having a chocolate milkshake for breakfast!” she says. I agree.
When I shared the recipe with Toby for her smoothie post, she pooh-pooh’d it as too high cal and high fat for just a beverage or snack. However, as a standalone meal (say, breakfast), it doesn’t bust the calorie budget. I slim mine down more by using low-fat, unsweetened soy milk. If you’re not a card-carrying chocoholic, you might want to cut back on the cocoa powder, too.
Many people jump start the morning — and afternoon — with a big cup of coffee or even a cold soda. Why? Because they want the energy-boosting caffeine. But how much is too much? Here are some tips to help you assess your daily dose.
I like that the author noted the calories are too low in most of these bars. They should be combined to keep you satisfied longer. I also recommend bars that have some protein to help increase satiety.