When my dad was diagnosed with high blood pressure his doctor told him to avoid adding salt to his food and to choose foods that are low to no sodium. Of course my dad thought he would never enjoy food again. I knew I had to help. I showed him and my mom how to … Read More
Category: Tips
How to Soak Dry Beans
Dried beans are an inexpensive low-fat source of protein and fiber that can be easily added into our diet. They are easy to cook but must be soaked prior to using in a recipe. This requires just a little planning and preparation before they are ready to use. Before soaking beans, pick them over, removing … Read More
Slow Cooker Cooking
What’s your favorite kitchen appliance? One of my favorites is the slow cooker. It may seem like an outdated piece of equipment but it can help save time and money. And the best part is many standard size slow cookers are affordable. A simple 3-4 quart pot, which is an ideal size for a small … Read More
Oatmeal Muffin Day Recipes
Adding oatmeal to your muffins gives them a nutritional boost! Oatmeal is classified as a whole grain and can help reduce blood cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, and obesity. Grabbing an oatmeal muffin makes a perfect on-the-go breakfast option. Oatmeal Muffin Day Recipes: Applesauce Oatmeal Muffins – makes 12 muffins 1/3 cup vegetable oil ½ … Read More
Inexpensive Holiday Gifts
Turkey Noodle Soup Mix Ingredients: Layer these ingredients in this order in a jar with a tight lid. 1/4 cup red lentils 2 Tbsp. dried minced onion 1 1/2 Tbsp. chicken bouillon granules 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed 1/8 teaspoon celery seed 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder 1 bay leaf 1 cup uncooked medium egg noodles … Read More
Handle Leftovers Safely
After your Thanksgiving meal is over, the countdown to repurpose leftovers into soups, hash, sandwiches, and other uses begins. But how long can you safely keep leftovers to enjoy after Thanksgiving day? First, within two hours after dinner has been served, make sure to pack up leftovers right away and store them in the refrigerator. … Read More
Video Resource: Tiny Bites Add Up!
Maintaining your weight during the holiday season can often be a challenge. Check out this video to see how those “tiny bites” can add up to extra weight gain. … Read More
December 2014 Healthy Times Newsletter
Download your copy of the latest version of the Healthy Times Newsletter here: Healthy_Times_newsletter_December_2014 … Read More
Maintain Not Gain Weight This Holiday Season
The first day of November marks the start of the holiday season. This means parties, food and fun for the next two months. If you’re like most Americans, you may end up gaining between 1 to 5 pounds. It’s no surprise when many holiday dishes are high in calories, fat, and sugar. This season, strive … Read More
Video resource: How to Make Sanitizing Solution
Wiping our kitchen surfaces down with a warm, soapy dish cloth removes the visible dirt and grime but doesn’t remove harmful bacteria and viruses. We need to sanitize our surfaces in addition to cleaning them. Watch to see how you can make your own inexpensive sanitizing solution: … Read More