Ever find yourself grabbing lunch at a mall food court or pulling into a drive-through because the day got away from you? You’re not alone. Research shows that about one in three adults eats fast food on any given day.(1) And while I’m a dietitian, I’m also realistic. When time is tight, convenience often wins. The good news? Eating on the go doesn’t mean you have to hit pause on your nutrition goals. While these meals may look different from what you’d make at home, there are often smarter choices hiding in plain sight. It’s about aiming for better, not…
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Inspired by Mexican chocolate, these overnight oats have a slight bitterness from the cocoa that’s balanced out by sweetness from honey. They are spiced with cinnamon and allspice, then topped with crunchy cocoa nibs and sliced almonds for a flavorful experience. Spiced Cocoa Overnight Oats Ingredients 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk 1 cup old fashioned oats, uncooked 2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder 2 tsp honey Pinch of cinnamon Pinch of allspice 2 tbsp sliced almonds 2 tsp cocoa nibs Directions In a medium-sized bowl, stir together the milk and oats. Once combined, add the cocoa powder, honey and spices,…
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Chia-Peach Overnight Oats
These cinnamon-spiced overnight oats can be made with the milk of your choice and require just 8 ingredients. Topped with fresh juicy peaches, they’re the perfect on-the-go breakfast. For an extra flavor boost, try toasting the pecans. Chia-Peach Overnight Oats Ingredients 1/2 cup old fashioned oats, uncooked 1/2 cup nonfat milk or dairy alternative 1/2 cup fresh chopped peaches 1/2 cup no-sugar-added peach nonfat Greek yogurt or dairy alternative 1 tsp chia seeds 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1 tbsp chopped pecans, toasted if desired 3 thin peach slices Directions Add oats to container. Pour in milk, then arrange chopped peaches…
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You don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen to eat well. Whether it’s a breakfast scramble, noodle bowl, or lighter take on classic egg salad, we have plenty of creative 20-minute or less recipes that are high in satiating protein. Here are 11 great options to get started and fuel your weight-loss goals: 1. 20-MINUTE ZESTY SHRIMP LETTUCE WRAPS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 179; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 138mg; Sodium: 545mg; Carbohydrate: 12g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 2g; Protein: 17g 2. SHREDDED VEGETABLE SALAD WITH SESAME CHICKEN STRIPS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES Nutrition (per serving):…
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Portion sizes have quietly ballooned over the last few decades. A bagel from the 1970s used to be 2-ounces in weight, now it’s up to 4, and a classic cheeseburger has jumped from 5.9 to 7.3 ounces.(1) These examples alone are exactly why logging your food is so powerful: it highlights what our eyes no longer notice and can help drive awareness of portion distortion.(1) In just a few days, patterns around energy, cravings, and progress may come into focus. Read on to learn why food logging is important, and how to make it easy with our dietitian-guided tips. Why…