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Is Whole Grain Pasta Really Better For You ?

With more and more whole grain pasta options popping up on grocery store shelves,  many people who shunned the stuff  have now started eating it again. I mean, wouldn’t something made with whole grains be better for you then something made with white flour? Not according to www.summertomato.com. Check out this recent post: http://summertomato.com/should-i-buy-whole-grain-pasta/ Personally, [...]

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THE PLAN; Shop, Stock and Serve

I’m thrilled to announce that The Plan; Shop, Stock and Serve is now available at all online retail locations! Get your copy today! To purchase in Canada CLICK HERE To Purchase in the USA CLICK HERE Here’s a sneak peak: It’s easy to understand the concept of eating lean protein with vegetables to lose weight, [...]

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Healthy Cinnamon French Toast

I could have this for breakfast everyday. And the best part is – I should! It’s a great way to start the day packed with whole grains, fiber and lean protein! Imagine French Toast for breakfast everyday and calling yourself healthy at the same time. I love it! Cinnamon French Toast: 2 slices of Ezekiel [...]

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Chocolate Chip Bran Muffins

I have so many “healthy-baking” requests. One of the main reasons I rarely post baking recipes  is because if I’m going to post about it, I have to bake it. And if I bake it, I have a dozen little bits of delicious in my house and many of those bites of delicious will generally [...]

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Chopped Chicken Curry Salad

Chopped Chicken Curry Salad with Fruit Chutney 3 ounces chopped white meat chicken ( I used Rotisserie) 2 Tbsp Plain Non Fat Greek Yogurt ( If you can’t find Greek – just look for non fat plain) 1/2 tsp Curry Powder Dash of Cinnamon Salt and pepper to taste 15 Raisins 3 tsp Fruit Chutney [...]

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Eggs In A Muffin Tin

I recently read about this recipe in Oxygen Fitness Magazine and thought I would give it a try. These little egg muffins are everything I love about a breakfast sandwich without the sandwich! Eggs In a Muffin Tin- Bake at 350. Serves 2. 2 Eggs 4 egg whites 4 slices of Canadian Back Bacon ( [...]

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BBQ Season

With each change in season, a new way of eating presents itself. In winter, I eat a lot of soups and stews. Now that summer is peeking it’s head around the corner, I’m so excited to clean off my grill and start to barbecue! For someone who tries to eat healthy everyday, barbecue season is the easiest [...]

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I love anything and everything to do with health and fitness. Join me as I babble about great weight loss tips & tricks, what heathy recipes I'm cooking in my kitchen and the products I'm eating in my pantry! And of course I'm full of great workout ideas from basics to butt kicks.

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Caloires and Fat in Movie Theatre Popcorn

IntoFit | December 4th, 2009 | Foods and Products, Tips for Eating Out | 2 Comments »

Yes. It really is that bad for you! And come on, it always smells WAY better than it tastes. Normally it’s cold and stale – or so salty that you scrape the roof of your mouth off. A small popcorn, buttered (5 cups) has approximately 470 calories and 37 grams of fat. Of which, 22 [...]

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My Picks At Five Fast Food Restaurants – Pizza

IntoFit | November 3rd, 2009 | Tips for Eating Out | No Comments »

With a fast food pizza place on every corner, Pizza has become the go-to “order-in” or “take-out” fast and easy meal option for many. If you’re in the mood for pizza or ordering in because you think it’s easier than whipping up a meal at home, here is what I would order: PIZZA HUT 1/8th [...]

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My Picks at Five Fast Food Restaurants – Mc Donalds

IntoFit | October 21st, 2009 | Tips for Eating Out | No Comments »

It’s amazing but you can walk away from a meal at McDonald’s feeling healthy and light ( and a little heavier on the salt intake). But the good news is, you don’t have to blow your diet if you’re stuck at McDonald’s. McDonald’s has salads with grilled and crispy chicken! Stick to the grilled stuff. [...]

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Fast Food ? Think Again.

IntoFit | October 13th, 2009 | General Health Tips, Motivation/Rants | No Comments »

7:30am- You wake up, stumble to the bathroom, brush teeth, shower, get dressed, make-up. 8:00- Make/eat a healthy breakfast. 8:30- You’re on the road to work. (So far, so good…) 9-Noon – You work your tail off– I’ll give you the benefit of the doubt on that. (Here’s where it gets interesting.) 12:30- Lunch. You’re starving because [...]

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My Picks at 5 Fast Food Restaurants – Starbucks

IntoFit | October 6th, 2009 | Tips for Eating Out | No Comments »

You find yourself in line at Starbucks and it’s lunch time or snack time — what should you order ? Here are tips: Tip One- Look at the food display and think “what do i NEED” not “what do I want”. Tip Two- Decide if you’re really hungry or if you’re just tempted because of [...]

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My Picks At 5 Fast Food Restaurants – Taco Bell

IntoFit | September 30th, 2009 | Tips for Eating Out | No Comments »

I get asked all the time by clients what to do if they end up in a stiuation where they have no choice but to eat at a fast food restaurant. I think it’s important to know what you can have because there are good choices – you just have to know what they are. Of course, my first recommendation is [...]

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How To Eat Healthy On A Road Trip – Part 4

IntoFit | November 7th, 2008 | Tips for Eating Out | 3 Comments »

Day 3 4 States. 2378 Steps. Wow, we were lucky! There was a little glass shop about 10 Miles from where we pulled over, they got hold of a Mini Cooper windshield first thing this morning. We had it installed and fixed by 1 pm! It’s not 100%, the car still needs work, but for now – [...]

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How To Eat Healthy On A Road Trip – Part 3

IntoFit | November 6th, 2008 | Tips for Eating Out | No Comments »

Day 2 2 States. 2122 Steps. Well, today was an adventure to say the least. A first for me, hopefully a last. Breakfast : We had the instant oatmeal that we brought with us and picked up a Banana to add to it. We also had a glass of non fat milk and a low fat [...]

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How To Eat Healthy On A Road Trip – Part 2

IntoFit | November 5th, 2008 | Tips for Eating Out | No Comments »

Day One. 5 States, 1723 steps We wanted to get the longest day out of the way and we sure did! We started out at 5:30 am and pulled over at 11:30 pm. So, here’s how I ate. I think I did really good for day one! Breakfast: I had fresh fruit at home. Second [...]

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How To Eat Healthy On A Road Trip – Part 1

IntoFit | November 4th, 2008 | Tips for Eating Out | No Comments »

My hubby and I hit the road! Were driving 2533.37 miles, to be exact, across the Country to visit family. I’m really looking forward to the trip, but I have at  least 4 days where my food choices are going to be between fast food or fast food, my exercise option is to clinch or not [...]

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