Author Archives: Michele

Lemony Risotto with Asparagus and Shrimp

This recipe serves: 4
1 cup asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2″ lengths
about 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/3 cup diced onions
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 clove minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 cup Arborio rice
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1. Cook the asparagus [...]

How Healthy are You?

In our culture that is infatuated with appearance and sex appeal what is a true gauge of being in shape. Is it a clothing size? A number on a scale? Being skinny?
The answer would have to be, no. There is not a shape, size, or weight that is an indicator [...]

Top 20 Super Foods

What should be on your grocery list? Well, here are 20 suggestions for you.
Below are 20 super foods categorized in the following groups: complete proteins, fibrous fruits/vegetables, whole grains/starchy vegetables, fats, beverages, sweeteners and dessert.
Complete Proteins:
1. Wild Salmon
– A great balance [...]

Can Exercise Boost Immunity?

With the flu including the swine flu ripping through the country many people are looking for ways to boost their immune systems. Did you know that exercise can actually boost your immunity? Studies have concluded that exercise can enhance the immune system.
While researchers haven’t studied exercise and swine flu specifically, they have explored [...]

Skinny Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

This recipe serves: 4
6 cloves of garlic, unpeeled
splash of olive oil
3 large potatoes (Idaho or russet)
about 2/3 cup Basic Chicken Stock (see recipe), or low-sodium canned
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Place the garlic cloves in an ovenproof dish and drizzle with olive oil. Place the dish, uncovered, [...]