Nip (Don’t Bite!:) That Craving in the Bud!

The next time you're tempted to have 'just a bite' of those leftover Christmas Cookies or Grandma's Christmas Pudding late at night (why you still have those in the house is a whole other topic!), or any time, for that matter, STOP IT!First, think about whether you really are hungry or possibly just bored or […]

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Lower-Fat Eggplant Preparation

A common trend I notice in many eggplant recipes is the notion that since this veg soaks up so much oil, one needs to keep adding more and more oil while cooking.  I disagree!   If, for example, you're sauteing it with garlic and oil in a cast iron skillet, you may find that initially, […]

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An Old Favorite- with a twist

I've published my smoothie recipes before, but here's another way to keep them interesting- try coconut oil in lieu of almond butter!  Coconut oil is the only source of medium-chain triglycerides and is also very indicated for promoting intestinal health. Plus- it tastes great! 8oz brewed, chilled, UNSWEETENED green tea (or other favorite herbal tea) […]

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Paleo Pesto Chicken

Here's a delicious version of a classic: Combine fresh basil, garlic, olive oil, pine nuts, walnuts and a squeeze o fresh lemon in a food processor and whiz.   Using your meat tenderizer, pound chicken cutlets til thin.   Spread the marinade on the meat and let sit in the fridge for an hour or […]

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Go do your grocery shop!

If you're heading back to work tomorrow after a nice holiday break, make it a point to start the New Year with healthy food to bring with you to work, from here on out.  Shop for w few days at a time and spend an hour in the kitchen steaming your veggies, grilling your chicken […]

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New Year- New Ways to Cook…

Whether you're a seasoned (excuse the pun) chef or a beginning cook, take the time to learn some new recipes and make them part of your weekly or monthly regime.   Regardless of your choice to either search on line, in cookbooks or by word of mouth, cookbooks and recipes are just one more way […]

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Happy New Year

Start it off the right way- with a great breakfast!  An egg white and spinach omelette with avocado and some melon on the side was a great way for me to start my own day… now it's off for a New Year's Day Hike with the husband & dogs, followed by a swim… Celebrate the […]

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Today’s Healthy Holiday Tip

Heading out to a New Year’s Eve fête? Plan ahead: eat well during the day and stay hydrated in order to balance out any celebratory drinks. Get up tomorrow, have a healthy breakfast and a solid morning workout; start the decade out right! Happy New Year! Nell Stephenson www.nellstephenson.com BS EXSC, USC ACSM H/FI Sent […]

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Today’s healthy holiday tip

Try Something New for New Year's Even if you are already an active exerciser, why not add something new to the mix? Personally, I've decideded to add yoga back into my weekly regime. Check out that pilates class, the trail running group, or the cycling group. Keep it interesting & your body will thank you! […]

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