These little protein bites will cure any sweet tooth providing bounds of nutrients especially protein. Easy to make with very little clean up that your whole family will enjoy. Protein Bites (makes 78 bites – 6 1/2 dozen) Prep Time:15 minutes, (PT15M) Total Time: 15 minutes, (PT15M) Ingredients 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats 3/4 cup walnuts or peanuts 1/2 cup raw …
Child Obesity
The prevalence of overweight in children ages 6–11 increased from 4.0 percent in 1971–74 to 17.5 percent in 1999–2004 The prevalence of overweight in adolescents ages 12–19 increased from 6.1 percent to 17.0 percent. (NHANES, NCHS) More information can be found at www.cdc.gov. Tips to help reduce or prevent obesity Reduce calories from sugary drinks such as pop or juices Drink plenty …
Lettuce Cups with Tofu and Beef
Ingredients 1 tablespoons bottled chili-garlic sauce 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1/4 cup hoisin sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 2 tablespoons sherry or Chinese cooking wine 8 ounces extra-firm tofu 2 teaspoons canola oil 2 tablespoons fresh minced ginger 4 scallions, greens trimmed and reserved, thinly sliced (about 1/3 cup each greens and whites …
Salmon with a Lemon Twist
• 4 skinless salmon fillets, about 1 ¼ pounds • pinch of salt • pinch of black pepper • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning • 1 Tablespoon grape seed oil • ½ lemon, juiced 1. Lay salmon onto a flat surface and season each side generously with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. 2. Heat a large, nonstick sauté pan over medium/high …