Granola Bars

Ingredients: 8 oz old-fashioned rolled oats, about 2 cups 1 1.2 oz raw sunflower seeds, about 1/2 cup 3 oz sliced almonds, about 1 cup 1 1/2 oz wheat germ, about 1/2 cup 6 oz honey, about 1/2 cup 1 3/4 oz dark brown sugar, about 1/4 cup 1 oz unsalted butter, about 1 Tablespoon […]

Chicken Pineapple Kabob

This is a great summer recipe that is easy and yummy. Ingredients 5 ounces chicken breast, boneless/skinless, raw 2/3 cup pineapple chunks, canned in juice 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 tablespoon soy sauce, reduced sodium 1/2 onion, red, medium 1/2 bell pepper, red, medium Preparation Brown Rice Prep Time: […]

Reduced-Fat Meatloaf

Who among us (carnivores and omnivores, at least)? And with 24 grams of protein per serving and lots of healthy veggies, this recipe will let you feed your craving for this classic American comfort food without sending your good eating habits off the rails. 1-1/2 lbs. extra-lean ground beef, ground turkey breast, or extra-lean ground […]

Shakeology Diet

Here’s the best and quickest way for you to lose weight! Drink Shakeology as a meal replacement once a day. That’s 140 calories compared to 320 calories for a 6″ Subway Oven Roasted Chicken sandwich. Over 30 days, that’s 5,400 calories! And, compared to a McDonald’s Angus Bacon & Cheese sandwich at 790 calories, that’s […]

Shrimp & Chicken Stir-fry with Asian Greens

Ingredients 4 ounces chicken breast, boneless/skinless, cut into strips 3 to 4 large shrimp, whole, cleaned & tails removed 1/4 cup water chestnuts, Sliced 2 tbsp slivered almonds 2 tbsp green onions, sliced 1 tbsp each minced ginger root & garlic 2 tbsp lime juice 1 tsp orange juice 1 tsp reduced-sodium soy sauce 2 […]

3 Latin Dishes Gone Light (But Still Done Right)!

One of the things I miss most about my homeland, Peru, is the food. I remember being at my grandparents’ beach house during the summer, sitting on front porch facing the ocean, eating fried plaintains with cheese with my grandpa while my grandma worked wonders with the freshly picked chilies from her garden for dinner. […]