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Top 12 Foods to Banish Blemishes
You can eat to be healthy and eat to be lean, but did you know you can also eat to be blemish-free? Just as high-glycemic foods, dairy, and saturated...
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Chickpeas with Lemon & Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients:1 can garbanzo beans (chickpeas)1 lemon1 cup cherry tomatoes Fresh parsleyOlive oilSalt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, to taste Instructions:Rinse and drain garbanzo beans. Place in medium sized bowl. Chop a...
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Mashed Cauliflower
Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients:1 head cauliflower, cleaned, and chopped into small florets Vegetable or chicken stock (low-sodium) 2 cloves garlic, peeled 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt or low-fat sour...
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7 Spice Rub
Ingredients:CayennePaprikaGarlic PowderSaltOreganoThymeBlack Pepper Instructions:In a bowl add equal parts of each spice (e.g., 1 tablespoon of cayenne, 1 tablespoon of paprika, etc.). Mix thoroughly with a spoon. Seal in a...
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Roasted Root Vegetables
Serves 4 Ingredients:4 large carrots (yellow, purple, orange, red)1 large parsnip1 sweet potato (yams)10 small potatoes (purple, red, white) Olive OilSaltPepperCayenne or Chili Pepper4-5 Stems Fresh Thyme Or 7 Spice...
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients:Brussels sprouts† (about 5 sprouts per person) 2-3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegarSalt Fresh cracked pepperCayenne pepper Instructions:Preheat oven to 350°F. Peel the outer, beat-up layers of the...
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Showering After Surgery – Is it Okay?
After surgery, an important part of the recovery process is recovering your usual routine and lifestyle. And one of the first things you’re (literally) itching to do is take a...
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What’s My Ideal Healthy Body Weight?
Are you the right weight? It’s a common question, and with so many varied opinions, it’s hard to know how to reach the right answer. One easy place to start...
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Want a Smaller Waist? Eat More of This Food
Cool, creamy, and just a little bit tart – yogurt almost feels like an indulgent treat. Top it with a bit of fruit, maybe some almonds, and it’s like having...
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25 Holiday Weight Maintenance Tips
The holiday season is here, and with it come celebrations with family, friends, and lots of food. While the holidays are a time for joy, weight loss maintenance studies show...
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5 Surprising Ways to Beat Holiday Stress
Heading into the holidays is usually a whirlwind of activity. But between cooking, cleaning, shopping, and getting ready for guests, the demands of the holiday season can leave you feeling...
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Why Probiotics are Good for Acne
Has your dermatologist prescribed a topical or oral antibiotic to help clear your acne? Along with benzyl peroxide and retinoids, antibiotics remain the front line of treatment for acne in...