October 23, 2009
Fast Food Factoid: Taste, cost, and convenience are the main reasons many people struggle to eat good foods. Try a green food you might be surprised.
Food For Thought: Fats supply the body with energy, provide the building blocks for cell membranes and help key systems in the body function properly. They also help the body absorb certain nutrients such as vitamins A, D, E and K. It’s important to understand the difference in saturated, unsaturated and trans fats.
Source: ADA
Healthy Lunch Recipe: Chinese Chicken Salad
Ingredients:
2 medium chicken breasts - cooked & cut into pieces
1 1/2 celery stalks - chopped
1/2 cup canned bean sprouts - drained
1/4 cup french salad dressing
1/4 cup calorie free Mayo
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Salt
& Pepper to taste
Mix all ingredients together. Place salad green on plate. Top with all ingredients and top with olives.
Per Serving: Total - 1 cup is 219 calories, 4 gm fat and 2 gm carbs.
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