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Sunday Dinner Series: Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa and Coconut Cilantro Rice Pilaf

Hotlanta is heating up! When the weather gets warm, I can’t wait to fire up the grill. Today, I wanted to find a recipe for the huge, pack of chicken tenders I had thawing in the fridge. So, I did what any good, home chef would do: search the Internet. For sometime, I’ve wanted to prepare a meal with mango salsa. I always enjoy the … Continue reading Sunday Dinner Series: Grilled Chicken with Mango Salsa and Coconut Cilantro Rice Pilaf

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Sorry Gwyneth, I Can Do Better!

Did Gwyneth Paltrow believe that her food stamp challenge would teach poor folks a lesson on survival? Really! What meals had she planned on preparing with the items she purchased for $29? Looking at her list: a dozen eggs, romaine, an onion, scallions, a bag of rice, black beans, cilantro, and limes,  I would say that she had all the fixins for a few days … Continue reading Sorry Gwyneth, I Can Do Better!

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Kitchen Love!

Although I do most of the cooking in my house, there are times when I just need a break to do, well, nothing! During those times, hubby will step in and cook; nothing too extravagant though. It wouldn’t matter what he cooked, because there’s nothing sexier than a man in the kitchen cooking! Yes, after 34 years of marriage, I can still say that! LOL … Continue reading Kitchen Love!

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Key to Eating Healthy: Cook at Home

The verdict is in: people who cook more at home tend to eat healthier, and eat less fast food, according to a Johns Hopkins research study. Adults, who reported they cooked dinner six or seven nights a week, consumed fewer carbohydrates, less sugar and less fat than adults, who only cooked once a week. Cooking at home shouldn’t be complicated. Quick and healthy, home-cooked meals … Continue reading Key to Eating Healthy: Cook at Home

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Simple Tips to Spring Clean Your Diet

When we talk about spring cleaning, we first think of de-cluttering our home, cleaning the attic, or organizing the garage. But, what about our diet? Spring is a good time for us to spruce up our diets. Although I consider myself a healthy person, I know there are some things in my diet I could improve. For instance, I’m bad at drinking the required amount … Continue reading Simple Tips to Spring Clean Your Diet

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Sunday Dinner Series: Mediterranean Chicken Kebabs

In a few of my earlier posts, I revealed my love for Mediterranean cuisine. To reiterate that point, let me just say: “I Looove Mediterranean cuisine!” But, what’s not to love about Mediterranean food: plenty of fresh vegetables, lean meats, seafood, fruits, and healthy oils — foods that taste good and are good for you! Whenever I get the craving for this cuisine, I head … Continue reading Sunday Dinner Series: Mediterranean Chicken Kebabs

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Want to Get Healthy? There’s an App for that!

Trying to get and stay healthy takes a lot of commitment and effort. Sometimes, it’s not easy to stay motivated. But, with a little help from a nutrition or fitness app, we can reach our goal and reap the benefits of a healthier, lifestyle. I love that I can use technology to help me sustain a healthy, lifestyle. I’m constantly tracking my health vitals with … Continue reading Want to Get Healthy? There’s an App for that!

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Ready. Set. Get Healthy! It’s National Nutrition Month!

If you’ve been thinking about improving your diet and getting healthy, the month of March would be a good time! Why? March is National Nutrition March®, a yearly campaign, sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The campaign is designed to educate the general public on the importance of nutrition, physical activity, and being healthy. Good nutrition, along with physical activity, can help reduce the … Continue reading Ready. Set. Get Healthy! It’s National Nutrition Month!

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This One Change Can Kick-Start Weight Loss

I wish that it wasn’t so complicated trying to make sense of all the health and nutrition information we receive on a daily basis. As consumers, we’re told that a healthy way of eating is best, certain types of foods are bad, and exercising is a must. Then, we’re left to figure out this information on our own. But, what if we could change just … Continue reading This One Change Can Kick-Start Weight Loss

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Are You a Healthy, Food Hacker?

I’m often asked by friends, family, and colleagues ‘how do I maintain a healthy diet?’ They wonder if I ever miss certain foods. And, ‘how do I prevent getting bored by eating the same foods?’ Well, a healthy diet has been a part of my life for over three decades. But, I learned over the years that a little creativity goes a long way in … Continue reading Are You a Healthy, Food Hacker?

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