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I have also heard that canned veggies lose some of their vitamins and minerals into the water that they are canned in as they sit on the shelf, and that actually cooking the veggies in that water can help them to retain a nutrition profile that is closer to the fresh version, as compared to cooking them in fresh water. I…

I am all for a good healthy debate (you should see me on political message boards), and I didn't mean to imply that I think disagreeing is bad. I think it is FABULOUS when people from both sides of the fence with different view points can discuss their ideas...I think everyone involved can learn that way. I do agree that…

I've read through this thread and I see that it got kind of heated. I can see how there are some very good intentions, but the message "you can afford to eat healthy, you just chose not to" could definitely be offensive to people that ARE trying to be healthy and are struggling financially. What might be helpful is another…

I actually started running a while ago, and I found that intervals worked best for me. I like working on a track to get started. When I very first started I would do something like this: * walk a lap to warm up * run a half of a lap * walk a half lap etc. Now I will still warm up with a lap, but then I will run a mile,…

I think if you are bored you might want to try another form of cardio exercise. Try a class at the gym or an outdoor sport like bike riding, rollerskating, swimming, etc. I find that for myself, a dance class helps keep my mind occupied and I get distracted from the fact that I am working out for a full hour. When I run, I…

Kasha is buckwheat, not bulgar. Sorry for the confusion! It sounds strange to eat, but it is actually pretty tasty. I don't know what the stats are for low-sodium chicken broth, but it might vary based on what brand you purchase. I would think it is okay, but check the label to be sure.

My sister makes whole wheat couscous and uses chicken broth instead of water when cooking it. It's very tasty. If you want something similar to couscous that is a little healthier, try eating kasha. It's bulgar wheat. My husband is Jewish and I never had this type of grain before eating with his family, and at first I…

Thank you for this post! I knew beans were healthy but these stats are still very impressive!

When I go for sushi, I will always do a veggie roll with brown rice, and then something like a salmon and avocado roll. Also, I go with a friend so that we can split the two rolls and then have a little of each. It sounds like you are aware of the not so healthy items that can be added to sushi (spicy oil, mayo in the…

Congratulations! That is exciting. If it were me, I would definitely take advantage of the fruit and fresh fish out there. I also recommend letting yourself enjoy some of the local specials even if they are a bit naughty, just because I think it will help reinforce that this is a lifestyle change, not a "diet". Living…

This a recipe from the food network website. I haven't made it yet, but I think it sounds delicious!!! Brown Rice Salad with Apples Ingredients 3 cups cooked brown rice 1 Granny Smith Apple, diced 2 celery stalks, finely chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1/2 bunch green onions, chopped 1/2 cup walnut pieces 1 cup cooked…

I am NOT a morning person at all, but I recently made a commitment to change my lifestyle and start working out each morning. I found it was the only time that I would consistently be able to go to the gym without interruption. (I used to go after work, but I found that things would always pop up and disrupt the schedule).…

I love this thread! There are so many great salad ideas out there. :tongue:

I believe that they have an option where you can get a small serving of pasta and a side salad or soup. I've only been there once but I remember that this option helped me from overdosing on carbs.

Back when I was working out each morning, I used to mix protein powder with almond milk and found it delicious! I would have it 30 minutes post workout (at home) and then an hour later (at work) I would have more protein and some veggies (like hard boiled egg whites and carrot sticks). It sounds plain but I found that I…