Tag Archives: Snacks

Foods That Can Cause Weight Gain

Today, we are surrounded by food choices that not only do not help us when dieting, but also can actually cause weight gain. Between the fast food restaurants at every corner, high-calorie coffee drinks like Mochachinos, and grocery stores filled with snack foods, it is no surprise that many people have difficulties losing pounds or just maintaining their current weight. By avoiding some key foods and remembering to keep everything in moderation, people can keep up with their busy life without gaining weight. One major problem for many people on the run between work and home life is fast food. … Continue reading →

Children’s Lunchbox Ideas

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Save money on lunch for the kids by sending a meal to school with them. Not only will you be spending less, but you can also make sure that your children are eating healthier. Want some ideas for how to fill a lunchbox? Try some of these: Main dishes: * Sandwiches (Try egg salad, tuna salad, or peanut butter and jelly.) * Green Salads (Add grilled chicken for a more filling salad, and leave dressing in a small container on the side.) * Wraps (Spread a thin layer of cream cheese onto a flour tortilla. Top with sliced meat, shredded … Continue reading →

Weekend Snack Options

Weekends are hard on a diet. We’re home. We’re hanging out. We’re playing with the kids. The following snack options are usually good for most diets and provide you with energy while also satisfying your cravings. Snack Options: Pretzels with a little honey mustard dip Natural or Plain microwave popcorn Baked Tortilla Chips Apple or Orange Slices Strawberries Raw veggies (like carrots) with light or fat free ranch dip Light Yogurt Low Fat Chocolate Milk Cottage Cheese with Pineapple Low Fat Yogurt Smoothie (You can make it with some yogurt, low fat or skim milk, fresh fruit and ice in … Continue reading →

In-Flight Meals–What You Will (Or Won’t) Be Getting

If you read my blog, “No Such Thing As A Free Ride… Or Free Pretzels,” then you know that the majority of the airlines no longer offer free meals on domestic flights unless you’re flying in business or first class. Dining choices are also offered on international flights. So what should you expect (or not expect) on your next flight? Take a look. Air Canada On North American flights longer than 4.5 hours you will be offered a choice of two meals and complimentary water, coffee, tea, fruit juices, soft drinks, or milk. Alcoholic beverages are available for $4. On … Continue reading →

Snack Storage

If you have more than one child, you may be facing the same problem I’ve been having. I buy a package of snacks, and before I know it, it’s empty. One of the children, at least one, will exclaim that she did not get any of the snacks or treats. With four kids, it’s tricky keeping snacks in the house, let alone making sure they get divided up evenly. Then one day, I was inspired. Actually, I was half-joking when I said I was going to purchase each child her own container and label them then divide the snacks and … Continue reading →

Two Great Snacks for Diabetics

One thing I really like to do is snack. As I get older, I realize I need to be more cautious in my snacking. Whereas I could once wolf down a bag of Doritos and a can of French onion dip, I can no longer do that. I set out on a quest for healthier snacks. Oh, I know what you are thinking, “have a carrot stick”. But, I wanted something that was still tasty, just not quite as bad for me. Here is couple of recipes that I think fit that bill! Baked Onion Rings For this recipe, you … Continue reading →

St. Patrick’s Day Sandwich Cookies

Have a little festive fun on St. Patrick’s Day by baking some cookies with Irish green filling. These sandwiches cookies are super simple because the batter is based on a cake mix. The filling is a basic cream cheese frosting tinted green. You can also make ice cream sandwiches with these cookies using mint chip ice cream or lime sherbet. If you want to go all out, make shamrocks out of the cookie dough. Do this by rolling out the dough and using a shamrock-shaped cookie cutter. Alternatively, shape the dough into three small balls for each cookie, and flatten … Continue reading →

Super Bowl Recipes and Diet Tips

Think You Have to Stay Home and Watch the Super Bowl While Eating a Salad? Think again. Yes, we’re hitting another dieter road block—the Super Bowl. Just a mere week away,the Super Bowl doesn’t mean just watching football and a bunch of great commercials. To me, it means beer, chips and dips and greasy meatballs simmering in some kind of sauce that I shouldn’t be eating. If you’ve been reading this blog at all—you know the standards that apply to stick to your diet in these types of situations… 1. Eat a small meal before you go. You’ll be less … Continue reading →

Low Calorie Mexican Bean Dip

Just in time for the Super Bowl, this party favorite is so yummie, they won’t even notice that it’s low calorie (I don’t even tell!)!! Ingredients:16 oz fat-free canned refried beans 3 medium avocados, finely mashed 1/4 tsp table salt 1 tsp fresh lemon juice 1 cup fat-free sour cream 2 Tbsp Fajita seasoning mix 1/2 cup Kraft Free Shredded Cheddar Cheese, 2 small tomatoes, chopped 2 medium scallion(s), sliced 10 medium olive(s), black, sliced or chopped 2 Tbsp cilantro, fresh, chopped Directions: 1. Spread beans evenly over bottom of a 9 X 13-inch glass baking dish or a medium-size … Continue reading →