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Spokane Super Foods: How to win the battle of the holiday bulge - Part Two

Sunday, November 23rd, 2008
With the Spokane holidays fast approaching, you may be wondering just how you can enjoy the Thanksgiving banquet but not suffer a bigger waist line later? Surprisingly, many of our favorite holiday foods really aren’t all that pad for us … in proper moderation! Check out the following Spokane Super Foods.

Stuffing

Talk about a healthy food in need of a name change. This fluffy side is often regarded as one of the most fattening holiday dishes, but with only a few minor adjustments it can actually be a healthy standout. Pack it with nuts, dried fruits, carrots, and celery, and you'll benefit from fiber and a range of vitamins, recommends Krieger. Also, and this is crucial: Use low sodium chicken broth instead of butter to keep the dish moist and low… Continue Reading Spokane Super Foods: How to win the battle of the holiday bulge - Part Two

Spokane Super Foods: How to win the battle of the holiday bulge - Part One

Sunday, November 23rd, 2008
With the Spokane holidays fast approaching, you may be wondering just how you can enjoy the banquet but not suffer a bigger waist line later? Surprisingly, many of our favorite holiday foods really aren’t all that pad for us … in proper moderation! Check out the following Spokane Super Foods.

Turkey

Turkey is a dynamite healthy protein source -- unless it's deep fried and slathered with gravy. Sarah Krieger, RD, National Spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, points out that a serving of turkey provides almost half of the recommended daily allowance of folic acid and is a good source of vitamin B, zinc, and potassium. These nutrients have been found to keep blood cholesterol down, protect against cancer and heart disease, and boost the immune system. A normal portion size is… Continue Reading Spokane Super Foods: How to win the battle of the holiday bulge - Part One

The Spokane Supplements Secret to Rapid Fat Loss

Wednesday, November 5th, 2008
 What is the Spokane Supplements secret to Rapid Fat loss? There are several foods and spices that can aide in rapid weight loss. Here are just a few:

Cinnamon

The Spokane Supplements Secret to Rapid Fat LossSweeten your oatmeal or frothy coffee drinks with this sweet spice instead of sugar (which has 16 calories per teaspoon) and you can save a couple hundred calories a week, enough to shed 2 to 3 pounds in a year without doing anything else. You'll also be doing your heart a favor as protective estrogen levels decline: Pakistani researchers found that 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon a day could lower heart-damaging cholesterol by 18% and triglycerides by 30%.

High-Fiber Granola Bars



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