Do you find that after Shabbos, you’re back to square one? By Bina Gottdiener Shabbos is the most wonderful time of the week. Replete with family time, rest, relaxation and delicious meals, it’s something we look forward to as the days progress. One of the most exciting parts of Shabbos is the menu. Just…
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The Secret Technique for Cooking Cauliflower Rice
Want to make a healthy low-cal side dish using the bag of frozen cauliflower that’s in your freezer? Here’s how. This is not rice and definitely cauliflower. I don’t believe in deception. But for those carb lovers that need to find a replacement, this is a great one. It doesn’t taste like rice, yet…
4 Good Books That Will Make You Thinner
These diet books don’t tell you to eat something different. They teach you to train the way you think. By Rechy Zolty I always had an issue with body image. It’s something I struggled with my whole life. I had come to a place where I was just so sick and tired of dieting. I…
Do All Calories Count the Same?
Eat the calories that count and pack the right ingredients into your body. By Rorie Weisberg Chanukah’s over, and many are in a donut daze; feeling lethargic and bloated. If you’re like most people, you look at the numbers on the scale, blink, and think “Time for a diet!” You buckle down and start watching…
Is Alcohol Fattening? Or is a Glass of Wine Truly Good for You? Here’s the Scoop.
Alcohol has been known to contribute to belly fat. But why is calories from alcohol different than any other? Here’s why + how you can enjoy without guilt. By Flavorful Fit’s Eve Elenhorn When it comes to alcohol, online articles are extremely contradictory. On the one hand, we hear a glass of wine is…
What 20 Minute Meal Does Rorie Serve Her Family When She Hasn’t Prepped Ahead?
It’s grilled chicken cutlets, stir-fried broccoli, and mashed Japanese sweet potatoes By Rorie Weisberg Living Full n’ Free is very simple and delicious but I never said it was easy. Planning ahead, making a weekly menu, organizing shopping and cooking is crucial if you want to fill your kitchen with healthy food. I try to…
Calories That Count: Cherry Berry Smoothie
Need new yummy ideas that work on a calorie budget? I’ve got a few. Summer means cherries and summer means smoothies. Ergo, summer means cherry smoothies. I love cherries served in almost every way—fresh, frozen, pie… The frozen sweet cherries available at Costco (it’s a crime to buy them anywhere else!) make the perfect…
Calories That Count: Incredible Eggs
Need new yummy ideas that work on a calorie budget? I’ve got a few. This is my current favorite meal. I could eat it at any time of day, not just for breakfast. It’s full of flavor and texture and leaves me feeling satisfied for hours. 2 Wasa sourdough crispbreads 1 ounce goat cheese…
Calories That Count: Savory Greek Yogurt Bowl
Need new yummy ideas that work on a calorie budget? I’ve got a few. I’m an all or nothing kind of girl. Moderation does not really work for me when it comes to dieting. I have to be all in and for me that means counting and tracking my calories. But finding meals that fit…
What’s the 80/20 rule? This nutrition approach might work for you.
When it comes to life and nutrition, all or nothing doesn’t work for most people. But 80/20 does! By Tzipporah Coronel My husband and I started “eating clean” about four months ago. I know, you are probably rolling your eyes at this point. However, we’ve tried clean eating with a twist! We follow…