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Tips to Eat Healthy and Fight Obesity

(NewsUSA) - Since 1980, overweight rates have doubled among adults and children and tripled among adolescents, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Regular exercise and good nutrition are at the heart of staying healthy, reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes and obesity. But eating right can be a challenge in today's fast-paced world.

With a bit of creativity and professional-style equipment, preparing healthy, delicious food is faster and easier than it may seem. Here are tips for using blenders in the Vita-Mix Professional Series to easily create flavorful, nutritious meals and snacks:

* Fresh fruits are an essential part of a healthy diet, and they're easy to incorporate into your daily routine. Make a fresh fruit smoothie for breakfast instead of a sweet roll, or try a smoothie for an evening snack instead of ice cream, cookies or chips.

* Soup made with fresh ingredients can make a light but satisfying entrée. Using a commercial-grade blender, you can create a variety of recipes in minutes - from a heart-healthy tomato soup to a delicious squash soup - and add more vegetables to your diet.

* The USDA food pyramid recommends 5 to 8 ounces of grains per day, with an emphasis on whole grains. The Vita-Mix Professional Series cracks whole grains into flour for creating delicious cereals, pancakes and healthy homemade breads.

* With childhood obesity a growing concern, parents can prepare baby food at home using fresh, flavorful and healthy ingredients. When you make it yourself, you know exactly what is in it.

* Offer fresh and healthy appetizer options at a party. Salsa or red pepper hummus on summer squash rounds are tasty ways to celebrate any occasion.

Visit www.theprofessionalseries.com for more information and healthy recipes, such as Cherry Peach Velvet Smoothie, Cream of Yellow Squash Soup and Hot Spice Apple Barley Cereal.




Recipe for Tex Mex Stuffed Peppers

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces 96 percent lean ground pork
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 6 tablespoons couscous
  • 4 large red, orange, or yellow bell peppers, or a combination
  • 3/4 cup prepared salsa, plus more for serving (optional)
  • 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar, Monterey jack, or Mexican blend cheese

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 500°F.
  2. In small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring water to a boil. Stir in couscous, cover, remove from heat, and set aside for at least 5 minutes.
  3. Meanwhile, in large skillet over medium-high heat, cook pork, stirring occasionally and breaking it up, until no longer pink, about 4 minutes.
  4. Also while couscous is softening, remove tops from peppers and scrape out seeds. Set aside.
  5. In large bowl, combine couscous, pork, salsa, corn, and chili powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Fill peppers with pork mixture. Arrange peppers in a shallow baking pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle cheese on top and continue baking until peppers are tender and stuffing is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  7. Serve peppers with additional salsa on the side if you like.

Calories:280g Total Fat:6g
Cholesterol:55mg Protein:26g
Carbohydrates:55g Sodium:470mg

Preparation Time:
5 min

Cook Time:
25 minutes

SOURCE:
National Pork Board




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Maintain Healthy Habits Year-Round

(Family Features) According to the National Pork Board's "Healthy Habits 2011" survey, while 60 percent of dieters have made a health-related resolution, sticking to that goal will be harder than quitting smoking or even winning the lottery.

Luckily, finding nutritious foods, like pork, which taste great and can help you feel fuller longer, is a delicious recipe for long-term diet success. However, the survey also showed that seven out of ten people are not aware that incorporating lean pork into their diet can decrease distracting thoughts about food.

"One of the keys to weight management is managing hunger," said Dr. Heather Leidy, currently an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Exercise Physiology at the University of Missouri. "There is a growing body of evidence that suggests increasing the amount of lean protein, like pork, in your diet can help decrease distracting thoughts about food to help you achieve long-term healthy eating goals."

Here are a handful of tips to help you control your appetite:
  • Choose cuts of pork that come from the loin - including chops and roasts - and 96 percent lean ground pork, which are the leanest cuts of pork available.
  • Think about meal frequency. A recent study, published in the journal "Obesity," suggests that sitting down to eat a real meal three times a day may be a better strategy for weight loss than grazing on several smaller "mini-meals."
  • In addition to protein, look for foods high in fiber like fruits, vegetables and whole grains to help keep you fuller.
For more information, including recipes to help you maintain a healthy diet year-round, visit www.TheOtherWhiteMeat.com or www.Facebook.com/TheOtherWhiteMeat.








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Five Easy Ways to Help Manage Weight

(Family Features) - Many people think that maintaining a healthy weight always means making drastic changes to their diets. But here are five easy changes you can make that will help keep you on track toward reaching your goal.

1. Divide your plate. When putting food on your plate, fill half of it with veggies or salad (but watch out for fatty dressings). One-quarter of the plate should have lean protein, such as fish, chicken or beef that's been grilled, baked or poached. And the last quarter of the plate should be a healthy starch-but don't load it up with butter or oil.

2. Go for fruit. Fruit has good-for-you vitamins and antioxidants, and it contains fiber, which can help you feel more satisfied. And studies show that consumption of fiber is associated with lower body weight measures in U.S. adults. Try some berries -  blueberries, raspberries or strawberries are great on top of cereal or salads, or served with a little part-skim ricotta cheese.

3. Plan ahead. If you know that every afternoon you get hungry and end up heading to the vending machine, be prepared with better alternatives. A nutritious snack such as a piece of fruit, or a Special K cereal bar, will take care of that temptation and give you a way to stave off cravings. With 90 calories, and now with three grams of fiber, Special K cereal bars are a tasty option for weight-managers. For more information, visit www.specialk.com/cereal-bars.

4. Keep hydrated. Feeling tired or hungry? You may just be thirsty. Make sure you get at least six glasses of water a day. Water helps your body transport nutrients and eliminate toxins. Add a cucumber or lemon slice to jazz up the taste.

5. Close the kitchen. Heading into the kitchen can mean heading straight for temptation. As soon as you finish with each meal, clean up the dishes and turn off the lights. Tell yourself that the kitchen is closed, and then find an activity in another room of your house - preferably one that gets you moving.

SOURCE:
Kellogg Company



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