Parmesan Broiled Tilapia

Introduction This quick, easy, inexpensive and surprisingly cheesy recipe can be made with any white fish. I just happened to have tilapia handy. Minutes to Prepare: 5 Minutes to Cook: 10 Number of Servings: 2 Ingredients 2 tilapia fillets (5 oz to 6 oz each - if frozen, be sure to thaw fully before cooking)2 teaspoons light mayonnaise 2 teaspoons non-fat plain yogurt1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese2...

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7 Diet Plans to Help You Lose Weight Fast

Losing weight fast is not impossible. However, there are certain things that you need to know before even going on a diet. There are literally hundreds of diet plans out there and they are claiming to be the number one diet program, product, plan, etc. there is. Apart from that, they would all promise you a fast and easy way to lose weight. Choosing the right diet can be overwhelming. Knowing the best diets to help you lose weight is...

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Coconut-Mocha Poached Pears

ingredients6 mediumripe yet firm fresh pears1/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder2/3  cup unsweetened light coconut milk1/3 cup strong coffee2 tablespoons coffee liqueur or strong coffeeLight frozen whipped dessert topping, thawed (optional)Toasted coconut* (optional)Grated chocolate (optional)directions 1. Peel pears; quarter pears lengthwise and remove cores. Place pears in a 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker. In a bowl...

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Slow Cooker Northern Bean and Spinach Soup

IntroductionThis hearty soup is perfect for when there is a chill in the air, and you want dinner waiting for you as you walk in the door. NOTE: You must soak the beans overnight. Minutes to Prepare: 15 Minutes to Cook: 480 Number of Servings: 4 Ingredients 1 cup dried Northern beans, rinsed and picked over2 carrots, peeled and chopped, (about 1 cup)1 medium onion, chopped, (about 1 cup)2 garlic cloves, sliced1/4...

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Cyn's Mock Potato Casserole

Introduction You'll never believe that this creamy rich side dish doesn't have any potatoes! It's also high in protein with 10g per serving! Minutes to Prepare: 30 Minutes to Cook: 20 Number of Servings: 8 Ingredients 16 oz bag of frozen cauliflower2 Tbs light butter with canola oil (like Land O Lakes brand spreadable)4 oz cream cheese, softened1 lb Turkey bacon, cooked crispy & crumbled8 oz shredded Sharp...

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Chocolate Chili with Three Beans

ingredients 1 pound lean ground beef 2 14 1/2ounce cansdiced fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained 1 15 ounce canblack beans, rinsed and drained 1 15 ounce canpinto beans, rinsed and drained 1 15 ounce candark red kidney beans, rinsed and drained 1 14 1/2ounce canbeef broth 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onions (3 medium) 1 8 ounce cantomato sauce 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped 6 cloves...

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Herbal Tea and Weight Loss

Herbal tea and weight loss have long been connected. Consuming such kind of tea provides treatment and precautionary properties, with the habit now widespread all over the world once being limited at first to Asia. Teas containing herbs are now being suggested by doctors as an essential element of weight loss and everyday fitness routine. One more sign of how famous the drink has turned out to be is that it is at present the next most...

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Strawberry Cupcake Recipe

Ingredients1 1/3 cup fresh strawberries (notfrozen)3 cups flour2.5 tsp baking powder1/2 tsp coarse salt1/2 cup strawberry milk (regular milk is fine, too)2 tsp vanilla extract1 cup (2 sticks) butter2 cups sugar2 large eggs4 large egg whitesThis recipe makes 2 dozenPreheat oven to 350-Place strawberries in a food processor and puree them. You should have 2/3 cup puree.If you’re a little short go ahead and add a few more strawberries!-In...

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High Fiber Foods And Weight Loss

Those people who have a weight problem and consult a nutritionist or other professional will be told of the necessity to eat a well-balanced and nutritious diet, which includes the importance of eating enough dietary fiber. This is a term used often in health matters relating to weight gain. Nevertheless, what does ‘dietary fiber’ mean? Dietary fiber is found in food products that originate from plants. It is found in all plants and...

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Applesauce Cupcake Recipe

Ingredients• 1 cup whole wheat flour• 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour• 1 1/2 cups sugar• 1 cup finely chopped, peeled apple (I prefer to use Granny Smith or Jonagold apples for baking)• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts• 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon baking soda• 1/2 teaspoon salt• 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon• 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg• 2 large eggs• 1 1/2 cups applesauce• 1/2 cup melted butter Applesauce Cupcake Recipe Directions Combine...

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Bare Bones Low-Fat Chicken Salad Recipe

Bare Bones Low-Fat Chicken Salad(David Kirsch, The Ultimate New York Body Plan)SERVES: 14 oz poached chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes¼ cup coarsely chopped celery1 tsp finely chopped parsley1 tbsp sliced almonds, coarsely chopped 2 tsp Dijon-style mustard2 tbsp chicken stock1 or 2 dashes hot pepper saucesalt and freshly ground black pepper to tasteIn a medium bowl, mix chicken, celery, parsley, and almonds.In another bowl, whisk mustard,...

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Basic Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Spaghetti squash is tasty low-carbohydrate substitute for pasta.(Sally Fallon, Nourishing Traditions) 1 spaghetti squash (any size)butter, to tastesalt and freshly ground black pepper, to tastePreheat oven to 350°F. Cut spaghetti squash in half lengthwise; remove and discard seeds. Place squash, cutsides down, in a baking pan with about ½ inch of water. Bake for about 1 hour, oruntil tender when pricked with a fork. Let squash cool slightly,...

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Parmesan Chicken Strips Recipe

Ingredients 8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated fat-free Parmesan cheese1/4 teaspoon chili powder or Hungarian paprika. or to taste1/2 teaspoon oregano1/2 teaspoon basil1/8 teaspoon garlic powderSalt and freshly ground pepper to taste1 egg, beaten Directions Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Cut the chicken into 1-inch strips. Mix the cheese, chili powder, oregano, basil, garlicpowder. salt and pepper in a...

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Top Four Fruit Juices to Help Weight Loss Naturally

Did you know that while there are many fitness experts out there who constantly push us to commit ourselves to doing exercises and sweating, there remains a strategic way to lose weight trouble-free? That is by drinking juice from fruits that contain the needed vitamins and minerals supportive of building muscles and strengthening of the metabolism. So what are the vitamins we are referring to? These are Vitamins A, B2, B6, B12, C,...

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Banana Chocolate Cupcakes Recipe

I n g r e d i e n t s 1 cup (200 grams) granulated white sugar 1 cup (130 grams) all-purpose flour 1/3 cup (35 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder (regular or Dutch-processed) 3/4 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 large egg 1/2 cup mashed ripe bananas(about 1 medium sized banana) 1/2 cup (120 ml) warm water 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk 1/4 cup (60 ml) canola, corn, or vegetable oil 3/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Chocolate...

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Exercise and Type 2 Diabetes

One of the most undemanding and the most workable ways to knock over blood sugar amount, eliminate the dangers of “cardiovascular disease,” and perk up health and welfare in general is exercise. In spite of that, in today’s inactive world where almost every indispensable job can be carried out online, from the ergonomic chair in front of a computer, or with a streaming line of messages from a fax machine, exercising can be a hard argument...

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Date Ice Cream Recipe

Ingredients 1/3 cup chopped pitted dates 4 tablespoons rum 2 eggs, separated 1/2 cup granulated sugar 2/3 cup milk 1 1/2 cups cottage cheese Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon 2/3 cup cream, whipped 2 tablespoons finely chopped stem ginger Soak dates in rum for about 4 hours. Put egg yolks and sugar in a bowl and beat until light. Heat milk to simmering point in a saucepan then stir into egg yolks. Return the mixture to the rinsed pan...

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Avocado and Chicken Tortas Delicious Sandwich Recipes

1 fully ripened Mexican avocado2 (6-inch) sandwich rolls (such as Portuguese or submarine rolls), halvedSalt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste8 ounces grilled chicken breast, sliced1 cup shredded iceberg or romaine lettuce1 tomato, sliced2/3 cup mashed black beans, divided 1/4 cup pickled jalapeÒo pepper slicesCut lengthwise around middle of avocado; twist avocado to separate halves; strike pit with a knifeblade to remove; scoop...

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Yoga For Natural Weight Loss

Yoga is a light form of exercise that helps improve the overall flexibility and functioning of the internal organs. We often have seen a trend with people on a weight loss plan that prefer doing Yoga than any other form of exercise. Yoga is fit for beginners that want to start losing weight but are not motivated enough to start running or lifting weights. Yoga helps increase the flexibility in the body gradually motivating you to start more...

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Savory Italian Grilled Chicken Low Carb Recipe

Ingredients 6 chicken breasts 1/4 cup olive oil 3 cloves garlic, crushed fresh ground black pepper 1/4 cup fresh basil leaf, chopped 1/4 cup melted butter 3 sprigs fresh rosemary 1 tablespoon parmesan cheese Directions To grill, skin chicken breasts and rub in pepper to taste. Blend basil, olive oil, butter, garlic and parmesan cheese at low speed using an electric blender, chopper or processor till smooth. Baste chicken lightly with mixture....

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