Eat with an open mind
I had some random things left over in my fridge from the holidays – a little amount of green beans, some kale or mustard greens, parsley, a lime, granny smith apple, a pear, ginger, and a few cranberries. I decided to use them in the juicer and drink my leftovers! I washed all the produce [...]
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanza, Feliz Navidad or Happy Holidays – to all, from where ever! Eat The Truth® wishes you and your loved ones safe travelings, a thankful Christmas day, a relaxed vacation break, a prosperous new year, and a well deserved (nice not naughty) time to rejoice.
Portion Control Substitute Fill up on Fiber Variety of Veggies Fruit for Dessert Seasonal Seasons Entertain at Home EVALUATE YOU PLATE Limit – helpings and trips Ask – for it on the side Share – it Take – it home Estimate – nutrition SUBSTITUTE IT Good fat for bad fat Whole grains for white products [...]
DON’T STUFF your turkey. Food borne illness chances rise during the holidays. When you add breadcrumbs to a raw bird and by chance, that internal temperature does not come to 165 degrees to kill the bacteria in all parts of the bird including the cavity and the stuffing, you can be eating a nice moist [...]
Worried about that diet or gaining weight over the holidays? Don’t give up your holiday favorites – just try to pay attention to portion sizes. A serving of meat is 3-4 oz and a side is a 1/2 a cup. Tis the season to ensure that you are getting your recommended amounts of fruits (2) [...]
Have you ever heard the saying, “You are what you eat?” It is not about WHAT you eat, but what you are NOT eating!! If people could understand WHY fats, proteins, and carbohydrates are important for vital health, WHERE to get more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains into the diet; WHILE, eating everything in moderation and HOW to incorporate these foods by preparation – people could live a long, balanced, happy, and healthy life!
