Iceberg Lettuce isn’t Your Only Choice Part 2

A bitter tasting lettuce such as Frisee is most often found in mixed greens. This lettuce is often mixed with Mesclun, which also has a bitter taste. The Frise lettuce leaves look a medium green […]

Crisp & Fresh Lettuce Storage Tips Part 2

Store your lettuce in a dry, sealable, plastic bag. Condensation with gather on the inside of the bag even though the lettuce has been dried, so line the bag with paper towel before adding the […]

Crisp & Fresh Lettuce Storage Tips Part 1

You’re hungry and you know there’s something you’re craving. Why not try a salad?   You run to the fridge, open the vegetable crisper only, to find the lettuce you bought 2 days ago is […]

What Keeps a Salad from Being Healthy? Part 2

Dressings can also be unhealthy when it comes to a salad. When measuring salad dressing we look at a 2 tablespoon serving. Many of the full salad dressings when measured this way have as much […]

Move over Meatloaf – Salad’s Center Stage Tonight Part 2

Go ahead and add those veggies to your main course salad. Cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, onions and mushrooms are the perfect main course salad enhancers.   The more fresh veggies you can pack in the better. […]

Healthy Valentine’s Meal Ideas Part 2

Toss a salad to go with dinner. Instead of store bought croutons on the top, use cubed pieces of wheat bread. Wash them with a little butter or reduced fat margarine and pop them into […]

10 Strategies for Successful Weight Loss Part 4

Weight-Loss Strategy #4. Eat slowly in order to enjoy the meal and help yourself feel full. Many people consume more calories than needed to satisfy their hunger because they eat too quickly. Since it takes […]

Dr. Phil Diet 2

But, The Dr. Phil diet emphasis is on our mental state.  Our approach to losing weight should be the same as our approach to anything else – discover the underlying problem, make a plan for […]

Cactus Diet Plan 2

Pharmaceutical companies are trying to synthesize Hoodia for marketing to the rest of the world, but there are still some questions about the best dosage and if it is a safe long term weight loss […]

Quick Quiche

Pre-heat oven to 350 F. Grease a large, flat pan at least 12 inches in diameter and 2 inches deep. Take a cup of ham, broccoli, spinach, pepper, or whatever you want to put in […]