Dawna Stone

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Radiant Red Juice

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Have you been looking for a juice with the perfect mixture of fruits and vegetables? Search no more. This Radiant Red Juice offers an ideal combination that also tastes great!

Radiant Red Juice
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Radiant Red Juice
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Instructions
  1. In a juicer, juice the berries, apple, celery, cucumber, lemon, and spinach. Serve in a tall glass. If you enjoy your juice cold, pour it over ice.
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Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad

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This healthy recipe is perfect for making at home or ordering on the go or at a restaurant. But the key to making a salad healthy is selecting the right dressing. Substitute the classic Caesar or other cream-based dressing with balsamic or vinaigrette to stay on track. Also, pay attention to how much salad dressing you are using. An extra tablespoon or two can sabotage an otherwise healthy meal. When dining out, ask for the dressing on the side. With just a few mindful choices, you can avoid hidden calories.

Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
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Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad
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Instructions
  1. Prepare grill or broiler.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill or broil chicken for 15-20 minutes, turning once, or until no trace of pink remains.
  4. Cut into strips.
  5. Wash and place salad into bowl, add tomato and cheese and toss with dressing. Add chicken strips. Note: If you are ordering at a restaurant, substitute balsamic or vinaigrette for Caesar dressing. Also, order without croutons.
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White Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
White Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. In a jar with a lid, mix together the vinegar, oil, and mustard. Add the salt and pepper, cover with the lid, and shake well before serving.
  2. Refrigerate any leftover dressing for 3 to 5 days. Shake well before serving.
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Italian Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 3/4 cup.
Italian Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 3/4 cup.
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. In a jar with a lid, mix together the oil, vinegar, and lemon juice. Add the mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cover with the lid and shake well before serving.
  2. Refrigerate any leftover dressing for 3 to 5 days. Shake well before serving.
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Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. In a jar with a lid, mix together the vinegar, lemon and orange juices, and oil. Add the mustard, salt, and pepper. Cover with the lid and shake well before serving.
  2. Refrigerate any leftover dressing for 3 to 5 days. Shake well before serving.
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Walnut Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes 1/2 cup.
Walnut Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes 1/2 cup.
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Instructions
  1. In a blender or mini food processor, combine the oil, walnuts, vinegar, mustard, orange peel, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend or process just until coarse.
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Greek Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Greek Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Ingredients
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Instructions
  1. In a jar with a lid, mix together the oil, vinegar, and lemon juice. Add the oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover with the lid and shake well before serving.
  2. Refrigerate any leftover dressing for 3 to 5 days. Shake well before serving.
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Oatmeal with Fresh Berries and Almond Milk

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Are you growing tired of your typical morning meal? Add some variety by incorporating oatmeal. Oatmeal is ideal if you are trying to lose or maintain weight. Just remember, it is easy to consume more than the recommended serving size. Pay close attention to the recipe and/or label to make sure you are keeping to a single serving. Also, add a touch of fresh fruit or milk for that little bit of balanced sweetness.

Oatmeal with Fresh Berries and Almond Milk
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Oatmeal with Fresh Berries and Almond Milk
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Instructions
  1. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, bring the water to a boil.
  2. Add the oats, cover, and reduce the heat to low.
  3. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 to 20 minutes. The length of time needed to cook the oats depends on the type of oats and how chewy you like them. Steel-cut oats take longer than rolled oats.
  4. Remove the covered pan from the heat and let it sit for a few minutes.
  5. Serve the hot oatmeal topped with the berries and milk.
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Grilled Herb Chicken with steamed broccoli and green salad

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Most everyone likes a good grilled chicken recipe. Chicken is easy to make and a good protein-rich meal that can please everyone in the family (even the kids!). This grilled chicken recipe has a fresh herb flavor you're sure to love! Don't forget the veggies – the broccoli and side salad are the perfect pair.

Grilled Herb Chicken with Steamed Broccoli and Green Salad
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Grilled Herb Chicken with Steamed Broccoli and Green Salad
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Servings
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  1. Herb Chicken: Preheat a grill pan over medium heat. Meanwhile, in a resealable plastic bag, combine the chicken, oil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt and garlic. Shake the sealed bag to coat the chicken. Transfer the chicken to the grill pan and cook, turning once, for 6 to 8 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted in the center registers 165 degrees and the juices run clear. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter and let it stand for 3 minutes to reabsorb the juices before slicing and serving. Note: If you don't have access to a grill, place chicken in a glass dish and bake at 350 degrees for approximately 15-20 minutes, turning once, or until no trace of pink remains.
  2. Steamed Broccoli: Rinse broccoli, cut off stalk, and break into bite-size pieces. Bring 1-inch water and salt to boil in saucepan with steamer. Add broccoli, and cover, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 4-6 minutes or until broccoli is bright green and tender. Note: If you don't have a steamer, steam vegetables directly in water.
  3. Green Salad: Combine mixed greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers, and divide onto 4 plates. Drizzle with dressing of your choice (see below for dressing options).
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White Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
White Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. In a jar with a lid, mix together the vinegar, oil, and mustard. Add the salt and pepper, cover with the lid, and shake well before serving.
  2. Refrigerate any leftover dressing for 3 to 5 days. Shake well before serving.
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Italian Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 3/4 cup.
Italian Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 3/4 cup.
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. In a jar with a lid, mix together the oil, vinegar, and lemon juice. Add the mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cover with the lid and shake well before serving.
  2. Refrigerate any leftover dressing for 3 to 5 days. Shake well before serving.
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Walnut Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes 1/2 cup.
Walnut Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes 1/2 cup.
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. In a blender or mini food processor, combine the oil, walnuts, vinegar, mustard, orange peel, garlic, salt, and pepper. Blend or process just until coarse.
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Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. In a jar with a lid, mix together the vinegar, lemon and orange juices, and oil. Add the mustard, salt, and pepper. Cover with the lid and shake well before serving.
  2. Refrigerate any leftover dressing for 3 to 5 days. Shake well before serving.
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Greek Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Greek Dressing
Makes about 1 cup.
Ingredients
Servings:
Instructions
  1. In a jar with a lid, mix together the oil, vinegar, and lemon juice. Add the oregano, salt, and pepper. Cover with the lid and shake well before serving.
  2. Refrigerate any leftover dressing for 3 to 5 days. Shake well before serving.
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Three-Bean Salad Recipe

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Here is another recipe from The Healthy You Diet that is simple to make and great tasting! It is even better the next day after refrigerating. If you are looking for a healthy, delicious and convenient recipe for lunch or dinner, this Three-Bean Salad hits everything on the check list. Let me know what you think!

Three-Bean Salad
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Servings
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Three-Bean Salad
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  1. In a large bowl, combine the beans, tomato, celery, onion, and parsley or cilantro.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, oil, garlic (if desired), salt and pepper. Add the dressing to the beans and toss lightly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  3. Serve with the romaine or endive leaves for scooping.
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8 Simple Tips for Saving 100 Calories a Day!

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Did you know that simply cutting out 100 calories a day could help you lose 10 pounds in a year? Unfortunately, the opposite is true too: Eat just 100 more calories a day than you burn and that can equate to gaining 10 pounds in a year. Eat 200 more a day and you could gain 20 pounds in a year!

When I want to save 100 calories I make small, simple changes – I say no to the basket of bread or ask for my salad dressing on the side.

Here are just a few items that you could skip to lose!

  • 1 oz potato chips: 155 calories
  • Small (16 oz) sweet tea: 140 calories
  • One can (12 oz) soda: 150 calories
  • Two tablespoons ranch dressing: 146 calories
  • 1 oz blue cheese: 100 calories
  • 2 oz French bread: 150 calories
  • 1 cup frozen yogurt (no toppings): 221 calories

Reducing your intake by 100 calories a day is simple.  Just follow these 8 tips to save 100 calories and be on track to lose 10 pounds.

1)   Ask for non-fat milk instead of whole milk in your morning latte

2)   Choose smaller plates and glasses as this can help you control portion size

3)   Drink water or un-sweet ice tea in place of soda or sweet tea

4)   Eat slowly to make your meal last and reduce the urge for second helpings

5)   Request your salad dressing on the side rather that on the salad

6)   When cooking, use non-stick cooking spray rather than butter

7)   Order food grilled or steamed rather than fried or sautéed

8)   Keep late night snacking to a minimum or better yet, don’t snack after dinner

Making small lifestyle changes to reduce calories can have a big impact on the scale. Do you have any fun or unique tips that help you maintain your weight or help you lose weight? If so, please share them with me.