Would you like to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight for the rest of your life? Most of us would. I wish I could tell you there was some miracle diet or magic pill that could make this happen. Sadly, I don’t know of such a thing. What I do know, however, is that if you follow these ten tips, your chance of success will increase ten-fold. Here they are:
The Catelli Healthy Harvest Whole Grain Pasta website is loaded with delicious, nutritious whole grain pasta recipes (http://www.catellihealthyharvest.ca/en_CA/recipes). You can choose recipes from any of the following sections: “Health, Wellness & Weight Maintenance”, “Main Course Favourites” or “Meal Solutions & Ideas”. Within each section there are even more great options, including heart healthy recipes, fibre all star recipes, fast & easy recipes, kid-approved recipes and recipes that are great for your lunchbox. There is a recipe for everyone and every situation. Take a look and try one today!
Quote of the Day:
“Those who think they have no time for healthy eating will sooner or later have to find time for illness.”
Edward Stanley, British Statesman (1826-1893)
Dark leafy greens – like spinach, kale, collard greens, mustard greens, turnip greens, watercress, Swiss Chard and arugula – have been called “green gold” because they contain a goldmine of vitamins, minerals and valuable plant compounds that fight disease. They are the most nutrient dense food you can eat, containing more nutrition per calorie than any other food!
Quote of the Day
“Not only will you trim your waistline with a high-fiber diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts, but also reduce the risk for heart disease, diabetes, obesity, diverticulitis, and constipation.”
Joanne Slavin, PhD, RD, University of Minnesota in St. Paul
Beans or legumes have been called the best human plant food there is, potent tools in the prevention and treatment of disease and among the most nutritious foods on the planet. Including them in your eating plan at least four times a week is an excellent strategy for good health. Having a great collection of delicious and easy bean recipes can help you do that. Try this Penne with Black Bean & Corn Salsa recipe (http://www.catellihealthyharvest.ca/en_CA/recipe/penne/penne-with-black-bean-corn-salsa/). It’s bursting with colour, flavour and of course, great nutrition.
Here are my top 5 reasons to be a regular bean eater…
There is overwhelming scientific evidence that sodium is a major cause of high blood pressure. Choosing recipes that are lower in sodium, like this Penne Rigate Bruschetta Pasta (http://www.catellihealthyharvest.ca/en_CA/recipe/hearth_healthy/penne-rigate-bruschetta-pasta/) is good for your blood pressure and your health.
Incorporating more herbs and spices into your meals is one of the best things you can do for your health. This Fusilli with Pesto Herbs is a great place to start…http://www.catellihealthyharvest.ca/en_CA/recipe/fusilli/fusilli-with-pesto-herbs/
Quote of the Day
“If you set up a good herb and spice cabinet and season your food liberally, you could double or even triple the medicinal value of your meal without increasing the caloric content.”
Diane Hartle, Associate Professor, University of Georgia
Feeding your kids healthy foods can sometimes be a challenge. It doesn’t have to be. Here’s a great whole grain pasta recipe your kids will love: http://www.catellihealthyharvest.ca/en_CA/recipe/kid_approved/shortcut-lasagne-macaroni/
It’s also rich in many nutrients that most kids don’t get enough of, including iron, zinc, calcium and fibre.
To make healthy eating more enjoyable in your household follow these ten tips:
Know what foods pack the biggest health and nutritional punch! This month, I invite you to learn about salmon and how this food is a superstar in the game of disease prevention – it’s important for heart health, brain health, eye health and more.
Salmon is one of the most delicious and best sources of Omega-3 fats, which can help reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke, chase away the blues, and protect your brain from the ravages of aging and diseases like Alzheimer’s. It can cut your risk of the most common cancers (breast, prostate and colon), reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, asthma, allergies, and guard against eye diseases like macular degeneration and cataracts.
