Guest guest Posted June 25, 2008 Report Share Posted June 25, 2008 from Natural Solutions( magazine)...June 2008 issue Must have foods for your pantry, fridge and freezer-and how to use them. By Megan Rabbitt Recipes by Wendy McMillan Each year Americans spend an estimated $46 Billion on diet products and self-help books. We fill our grocery carts with the foods these plans claim will help us lose weight and keep it off. And what does that mean for so many of us? We've got a pantry full of our best intentions and no clue what to do with them. Why do we do this? Because we don't realize how simple healthy eating can be, says Beth Rearden, RD, a nutritionist at Duke Integrative Medicine. " An integrative approach to health starts with choosing a variety of foods that are worthy of eating, " she says. " Once you have those foods, you just need to learn how to combine them so you don't get bored. " Jordan Rubin, author of Perfect Weight America ( Siloam, 2008) agrees. " Losing weight or getting healthier isn't necessarily about eating less, it's about eating more intelligently-choosing more of the 'right' foods, " he says. " These are nutrient-dence foods that make you feel and look younger, and help decrease inflammation in your body. And it's simpler and less time-consuming than you might imagine to start incorporating them into your diet. " To make healthy eating as easy as our experts claim it should be, Natural Solutions talked to dietitians, doctors, and chefs to come up with a variety of foods that are both great for your health and easy to make. So ditch the diet plans, obscure foods you have no clue how to cook, and complicated recipes. Here are 45 foods to keep in your kitchen at all times-and easy ideas on how to prepare them. 15 Must~haves for your freezer! sockeye salmon*black cod fish filets*organic chicken*ground bison meat*ground turkey meat*frozen organic mixed berries*frozen dark cherries*frozen organic veggies(spinach,broccoli,and cauliflower)*edamame*whole-grain tortillas*whole-grain bread*whole-grain waffles*flaxseeds*organic ice cream*shredded part-skim cheese (cheddar, jack and mozzarella) 15 Must-haves for your fridge! Pomegranate or tart cherry juice*organic yogurt with live active cultures*mixed baby greens, arugala, or mache*nut butters ( peanut, almond,cashew)*precut veggies*basil, rosemary, dill and thyme*lemons and limes*hummus*pesto*avocado*salsa*onions*omega-3 eggs*sprouted bread or tortillas*maple syrup 15 Must~haves for your pantry! canned beans (garbanzo,black,pinto,red)*organic tomato sauce and canned diced tomatoes*organic short grain instant brown rice*organic chicken or veggie soup stock*old-fashioned or steel-cut oats*70 percent cocoa powder*quinoa*amaranth*hempseeds and pumpkinseeds*a variety of unsalted nuts*green and white tea*dried fruits*dried mushrooms*extra-virgin olive oil*honey For recipes come visit our board in ..TotalHealth2008 We discuss the total health of a person, and give how-to lessons on how to change your life, and give support while you're doing it! Have a great day! ~Amy~ MSLC from Missouri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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