Fit Fare

Now that the Fall season is finally here, it’s time for pumpkin pie, falling leaves, cider donuts and apples fresh-picked from the orchard.  I love, love, love pumpkin pie, and it’s one of the favorite perks of Fall. Unfortunately, since my husband doesn’t care for it, I don’t make it that often.  It’s unfortunate, because […]

Give me a salad like this and I’ll happily eat my greens every day of the week. A tried-and-true favorite in our house, this Marinated Shrimp Salad was clipped from a Bon Appetit issue many years ago, and is ideal for both casual dinners and for when we entertain.
It does not take much more […]

A recent study by the Swedes revealed that adding cinnamon to rice pudding will slow your digestion and steady your blood sugar. Well if that isn’t reason enough to eat rice pudding, I don’t know what is… although that’s probably not the end-result they were looking for.
In their study, healthy individuals who added 2-1/2 […]

If the Iowa Women’s Health Study is to be believed (and I don’t see why they wouldn’t be), then yes, popcorn is good for your health, possibly protecting you against heart disease, diabetes and cancer.
Their recent study indicated that women over 55 who eat the most whole grains are 35% less likely to die from […]

I only recently discovered papayas myself, but did you know just how good papayas actually are for you?
A ripe papaya has almost a three-day supply of Vitamin C packed into it, along with a healthy dose of both Vitamin E and A.  With a negligible amount of fat (0.43g) and minimal calories (119), this is […]

If you’re watching your weight and/or counting calories, then you just may be interested in the latest hook-up in the world of food … Progresso Soup and Weight Watchers have joined forces to create a new line of soups that come in at only 60 calories and 4 grams of fiber per serving. 
For Weight Watchers […]

In a recent issue of Martha Stewart’s magazine, Everyday Food, she gave 12 Building Blocks for Healthy Eating.  Some are plain common sense, but whether you’ve heard them or practice them, we can all use a little refresher from time to time.
1.  Use smaller plates for dinner - you’ll be surprised how effortlessly it helps […]

Low-fat, low in calories and cholesterol, and a great boost of vitamin B12 … what more could you want in a simple Summer supper? Just watch the scallops, because cooking them too long makes all the difference between a tender tasty morsel and one that’s hard as rubber.
Scallops, Scampi-Style
Recipe courtesy of Good Housekeeping magazine
Serves 4
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I read something recently in an issue of Good Housekeeping magazine … that watermelon that is stored at room temperature has a higher level of antioxidants (i.e., beta-carotene and lycopene) than watermelon stored in the fridge. Really. Given how much I like biting into an icy cold chunk of watermelon, particularly lately, this […]

It’s a common sentiment that olive oil is a “good fat.” The presence of omega-3 fatty acids not only reduces stress-related illnesses, but also is known for improving cardiovascular health. But, of course, all good things in moderation. The folks from Italica olive oil (from Spain) have upped the ante a bit […]