Supermarket Tour:Recommended Products to Try

You may have noticed that I discussed nut products during my last Supermarket Tour post (mini packs of peanut butter and almond butter). Todays post is also on nuts.  No, I don’t have an obsession with nuts! I just think… Read More »

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10 Easy Ways to Eat “Green”

 ”Eating green” often takes a back seat to our interest in watching calories, fat or carbs. Or perhaps you are just rushed for time and grab whatever is convenient. I know I am guilty of this …  I found this great article from WebMD… Read More »

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Tips for Veggie Haters

Would you rather eat a cotton ball than a vegetable? If so, you aren’t alone! It is estimated that  75% of Americans don’t eat the recommended 5-9 servings of vegetables a day. This is unfortunate considering the important impact that veggies have… Read More »

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Supermarket Tour: Recommended Products to Buy

In my quest to find new products for CBG readers, I have found 2 great products: Creative Chef Tofettes (www.mysoya.com) The 8 oz package contains 3 servings (3 oz/serving)  Ready to eat – just heat for 30 seconds. I found… Read More »

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Are the Calories Posted on NYC Menus Affecting What You Order?

If you live in NYC, I am sure by this time most of you have seen the calories posted on the menus in many restaurants. For those of you who don’t live here or aren’t aware of what I am… Read More »

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Olive Oil and Your Weight

We all know that olive oil has health benefits.  So then it can’t hurt to add a little to your salad, dunk your bread in it, use it to sauté your chicken and veggies –  right? It is possible that you… Read More »

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Popchips: a Great New Snack!

Bored of the same old snacks? Looking for a snack that’s all natural without any added chemicals? Something that isn’t loaded with sugar or fat? Like the idea of a portion controlled bag? Well, look no further – I’ve found… Read More »

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Your Post-Workout Snack Could be Packing on the Pounds

You just finished your workout, burned 350 calories on eliptical machine and are dripping with sweat. You are now  ready for the best part of your workout routine … your post-workout smoothie.  The smoothies sold at your gym must be… Read More »

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What’s Best – Turkey or Beef Burger?

So you’re in your local burger joint and are salivating for a burger. Should you be “good” and choose the turkey burger over the beef burger? Will this save you a ton of calories and fat? Not necessarily! It really… Read More »

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Rouge Tomate: a Great New Healthy NYC Restaurant

What were you doing for lunch this past Thursday? Inhaling a Prete-a-manger wrap or perhaps scarfing down a Subway Sandwich? Not me! I was dining at a hot new NYC restaurant called Rouge Tomate. I had originally read about Rouge Tomate a few… Read More »

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