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As many of you know, cravings for sweets can be one of the toughest hurdles to losing weight. The problem with most weight-loss plans is they try to suppress cravings. Cravings for sweets or other indulgent treats are natural and by trying to shut them off, success can be limited.
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January 8th, 2010
Hi, Everyone –
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow, so if you are still trying to figure out what you should get for your sweetheart, try an old standby – chocolate. Not only will he or she appreciate your sweetness, it can be good for health as well!
According to the University of Texas Cancer Prevention Center, dark chocolate can actually fight off cancer. Antioxidants in the chocolate can help fend-off cell damage that can cause tumors to grow. Off course, it goes without saying that moderation is key. You can treat yourself and your loved one without derailing your progress this year. So get some chocolate, grab your Valentine and have a great weekend!
Dr. Snyder
February 13th, 2009
Hi, Everyone –
Navigating holiday parties is like being on safari – and not in a good way. At every turn, there is something lurking, waiting to jump out at you. But in this case, it’s not a lion or panther, it’s cheese dip and cookies. One of the most popular “party tricks” is to eat before you go to holiday parties to make sure you don’t overindulge, but that is assuming that you are only going to eat if you are hungry, which isn’t always the case.
It can be difficult to say “no thank you” when you are trying to relax and partake in some holiday cheer, but there is still hope! Whether you are hosting the party, or just bringing an a la carte dish to another, you can at least make sure your holiday dish is healthy. That way, you know there will be at least one thing you can snack on without feeling guilty. Check out the recipe below from MedicineNet.com for a healthy, delicious spinach dip.
Best Spinach Dip Recipe
This is a light rendition of that colorful and tasty party staple, the spinach-dip-stuffed sourdough round. You can make the dip and carve out the sourdough round a day ahead of time. Keep the bread in extra-large resealable bag and the dip, covered, in the refrigerator. Then fill the bread “bowl” with dip just before the party. (If you like, skip the bread bowl and serve with slices of whole-wheat sourdough or French bread, or with whole-grain trackers
Ingredients:
• 1/3 cup real mayonnaise
• 2 1/3 cup fat-free or light sour cream (whichever brand you find tastes best)
• 1 box dry leek soup mix or vegetable soup mix (1.8 ounce)
• 1 cup finely chopped jicama
• 10 ounce package frozen, chopped spinach (thaw, drain, and squeeze out excess water)
• 1 pound round loaf of sourdough bread (or similar type)
Preparation:
In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sour cream, leek soup mix, jicama, and chopped spinach. Chill in the refrigerator 6 hours or overnight. Remove top and interior of sourdough bread round, making a bowl. Fill with spinach mixture. Cut the carved-out bread top into bite-sized cubes for dipping. Serve the spinach dip-filled bread bowl with the bread cubes.
Yield:
Makes 1 bread bowl (about 16 appetizer servings, 1/3 cup of dip each).
Nutritional Information:
Per serving: 161 calories, 5.5 g protein, 24 g carbohydrate, 4.5 g fat (0.8 g saturated fat, 1.4 g monounsaturated fat, 2.1 g polyunsaturated fat), 3 mg cholesterol, 2 g fiber, 295 mg sodium. Calories from fat: 26%.
Dr. Snyder
December 18th, 2008
Hi, Everyone –
Thanksgiving is generally the one day of the year where it is considered completely acceptable to eat until you are about ready to explode and then pass out on the couch watching football. Well, self control aside, you can make slight variations to your favorite Thanksgiving recipes so they are healthier and still delicious. Check out these recipes on EatingWell.com for some great turkey day tips!
Dr. Snyder
November 6th, 2008
Hi, Everyone –
There is a big trend in weight-loss right now toward products that help you curb your hunger. These satiety-focused products can really be an excellent tool when combined with healthy eating and exercise. As you may know, I actually invented one of these products and it appeared in a satiety story this weekend on CBS 4 in Denver. Check it out here.
What do you think about satiety products? Have you tried any? Do they work for you?
Dr. Snyder
November 4th, 2008
Hi, Everyone –
I have talked about the show “The Biggest Loser” before on my blog. Though these contestants are in a very controlled environment, there are quite a few helpful hints that come out of the show. In addition to the eating and exercise advice you can get watching the show, they also have quite a few recipes in Chef Rocco’s recipe corner on the Web site. Check out this one below for a healthier version of a chicken caesar salad:
291 calories per serving
PAM spray
4 large garlic cloves, 3 of them chopped
4 slices Ezekiel Bread
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, about 1-1/3 pounds
Nu-Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 cup fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
juice and zest of 2 lemons
2 tablespoons grated pecorino-romano
1 large head romaine, cleaned and cut into bite-size pieces
DIRECTIONS
1. Preheat oven to 350. Place bread on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and very crisp, about 8 minutes. Lightly bruise 1 whole garlic clove and rub it over the surface of each piece of bread. Cut bread into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, preheat a grill or grill pan over high heat. Season chicken breasts with Nu-Salt and pepper and spray lightly with PAM. Grill about 4 minutes per side, or until charred on the outside and just cooked through. Remove from grill and keep warm. Slice.
3. Meanwhile, together the 3 chopped garlic cloves with the fat-free sour cream, Dijon mustard, lemon juice and zest and pecorino. Season with freshly ground black pepper and Nu-Salt.
4. To serve, toss together the romaine with the sliced chicken, dressing and croutons. Adjust seasoning, if necessary. Although no actual salt is called for in this recipe, please add it as you see fit.
Dr. Snyder
October 10th, 2008
Hi, Everyone -
I’m not sure how many of you have heard of “Prince Chunk,” the famous cat dealing with his own weight issues. This article ran today with another photo of the decadent feline. Apparently, the Camden County Animal Shelter has received close to 500 applications to adopt him. After seeing this photo, I can see why! I guess he has become something of a national celebrity. Do any of you have animals carrying a few extra pounds? Any that rival Prince Chunk? If you do, send in your photos.
Dr. Snyder
August 12th, 2008
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