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This zippy cocktail sauce doesn’t contain any sugar, unlike most bottled brands available in the supermarket. Serve it up with either boiled or grilled shrimp, although we suggest you go with the grill if you can—it adds a rich layer of flavor to this timeless appetizer.
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Instructions: Combine all the ingredients in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Transfer the sauce to a jar and chill for at least 30 minutes before using to let the flavors meld. The sauce will keep in the refrigerator for about 1 month. Spoon 1/4 cup of cocktail sauce into each of 4 decorative glasses. Top with 4 shrimp per glass. Sprinkle with the parsley and garnish with the lemon wedges or slices.
Fit Factor: 150 calories, 5g fat, 340 mg sodium, 2g total carbohydrates, 23 g protein per serving
Recipe reprinted from Flavor First by Cheryl Forberg (Rodale, 2011)
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Serves: 8
Fit Factor: 150 calories, 4g fat,160mg sodium, 15 g total carbohydrates (2 g sugars), 3g fiber, 14g protein per serving
Recipe adapted from Flavor First by Cheryl Forberg (Rodale, 2011)
Ingredients:
Instructions: Combine the yogurt, cream cheese, roasted pepper, horseradish, lime juice, and mustard in a food processor and process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the salmon and shallots. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chives. Serve with whole-grain crackers.
Serves: 8 (1/4-cup servings)
Fit Factor: 70 calories, 2g fat, 65mg sodium, 3g total carbohydrates (1g sugar), 8g protein per serving
Recipe adapted from Flavor First by Cheryl Forberg (Rodale, 2011)
These flavorful baked chickpeas are a great swap for oil-roasted nuts and a delicious source of fiber and protein.
Ingredients:
Instructions:Preheat the oven to 375°F. In a small bowl, toss the chickpeas with the oil, coriander, curry powder, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes, or until crisp and slightly browned. Serve warm or allow to cool.
Fit Factor: 110 calories, 3g fat, 150mg sodium, 17g carbohydrates, 5 g fiber, 6g protein per serving
Recipe reprinted from Flavor First by Cheryl Forberg (Rodale, 2011)
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Instructions: Cut eggs in half lengthwise. Remove the egg yolks to a small bowl and reserve for another use. Fill each egg white shell with a tablespoon of hummus and sprinkle lightly with paprika and garnish with parsley. Cover lightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to one day before serving.
Serves: 12 (each serving = 2 halves)
Fit Factor: 100 calories, 15g fat, 26mg sodium, 12g carbs (2g sugars), 3g fiber, 8g protein per serving
These are easy to throw together for last minute entertaining. Add a bowl of hummus, salsa, or your favorite dip—and let the game begin.
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Serves: 12 (one serving = 8 triangles)
Fit Factor: 90 calories, 1g fat, 170mg sodium, 18g carb (0g sugars), 3g fiber, 3g protein per serving
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Instructions: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Wipe the mushrooms clean of any dirt. Place them on a baking sheet, gill side up. Spoon sauce over each cap, then sprinkle on sausage and cheeses. Place in the oven and bake for 6 to 8 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Garnish with fresh basil. Serve immediately.
Serves: 4
Fit Factor: 97 calories, 3g fat, 305mg sodium, 7g carbs, 2g fiber, 10g protein per serving
(Note: Photo shows uncooked mushrooms—not the finished product.)
This “mayo” is a delicious way to enjoy a creamy spread while using only good fats. For your party, it'll work as an irrestible dip, served with small rice crackers.
Ingredients:
Instructions: Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Transfer to a small jar and refrigerate. Keeps refrigerated for 2 days. Serve with mini rice crackers.
Makes: 3/4 cup
Fit Factor: 25 calories, 2g fat, 1g carbs (0g sugars),10mg sodium, 0 g fiber, 0 g protein per 1-tbsp serving
Recipe reprinted from Flavor First by Cheryl Forberg (Rodale, 2011)
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Instructions: Prepare a steamer and steam the edamame pods until hot, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the salt and ginger powder. Add hot edamame pods. Sprinkle with ginger salt and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Serves: 4
Fit Factor: 140 calories, 6g fat, 12g carbs (2g sugars), 1170g sodium, 6g fiber, 12g protein per serving
This simple dish was inspired by an appetizer at Kitchen Door restaurant in Napa, California. Leftovers are great on sandwiches—not that there will be any leftovers.
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Serves: 4 (one serving = 6-8 peppers)
Fit Factor: 20 calories, 0g fat, 4g carbs (2g sugars), 135mg sodium, 1g fiber, 1g protein per serving
If you’re looking for the top exercise trends of 2013, try looking elsewhere. Unlike the American College of Sports Medicine, which releases an annual top-20 list of what’s hot in the workout world, our list includes only the weird, the wacky, and the wild—the things that make you turn your head when you see them at the gym or on the track.
But is catching your eye enough reason to jump on the eccentric-exercise bandwagon? Maybe not, but some of these could be on their way to top-20 status. Before you join in, find out what these weird trends are all about—and whether there’s any science to back up their flashy oddness.
Sometimes the best way to move ahead in running is by going backwards—literally. Although the research is limited, there may be some benefits. Running backwards uses 30 percent more energy than moving forward at the same speed, according to a 2011 study, while other research has found that this uncommon technique—in which runners strike on the front of the foot and launch from the heels—might also save your knees by creating less impact on the front of the knees. The biggest drawback? Not being able to see where you’re going, of course—so stick to a track or run with two forward-facing friends alongside you.
Dogs in yoga class? Have dog owners (or yogis, depending how you look at it…) finally gone too far? During dog yoga (FYI: the cool kids call it “doga”), poodles and shih tzus can be seen doing their own yoga poses, or relaxing while draped over their owner’s neck. NYC-based yoga teacher Tiffany Cruikshank, whose dog Lulu (yes, named after Lululemon yoga clothes) can sometimes be seen on the sidelines at her classes, is a strong advocate of mixing it up. "Dogs have an instant way of lightening the mood of a yoga class,” she says. “What can be a potentially serious endeavor becomes a fun exploration when you add a dog to the mix." There’s no formal certification for dog yoga instructors, so you may be hard-pressed to find a class. Your best bet is to look for an outdoor yoga class and ask the teacher if there’s room for your best friend.
Using modified circus equipment, trapeze classes pit you against gravity. Much of this intense cardiovascular workout focuses on your upper body and core muscles, while giving you a much-needed break from the monotony of a treadmill. Working with a trapeze bar hung from the ceiling, the arm work involves suspended jumps and pull-ups, various planks done with your feet strapped to the bar, and a series of spins that require the use of arm and core muscles. Gyms like Equinox in NYC have jumped on the circus bandwagon by offering trapeze classes that get you a few inches off the ground, but dedicated schools like the Trapeze School New York will give you the real circus deal—23 feet in the air. So take your pick. Either way, you’ll feel the burn the next day.
Intrigued by barefoot running, but not ready to step on the sidewalk without shoes? Try a barefoot workout in the safety of your local gym. Using familiar exercises—such as squats, dead lifts and kettlebell swings—barefoot workouts can improve your sense of balance, as well as strengthen the muscles in the legs and feet. Some podiatrists even recommend barefoot exercise to combat flat feet. If you are new to barefoot training, “start walking around barefoot at home and introduce foot mobilization exercises,” NYC-based podiatrist Emily Splichal, DPM, MS, CPT, told BuiltLean. After that, work slowly into eccentric exercise such as “reverse heel raises, walking backward on a treadmill and jumping rope—all barefoot.”
Bright-colored stripes stuck to the body is a trend that splashed onto the world stage during the 2012 London Olympics, but now kinesiology tape is finding its way into the realms of the weekend warriors. Designed to support injured muscles and joints, as well as to encourage blood flow, kines tape functions like a brace or wrap—but lets your muscles move more freely. (For example, a few strips across the lower back are supposed to help ease pain in the sacroiliac joint without any bulky bandages. )But does it live up to the claims? A 2012 review found that, while kinesiology tape may improve strength or range of motion in some injuries, it may not be any better than traditional ways to deal with injured muscles—except, of course, that it’s a tad flashier.
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Don’t let those disgustingly sugary Thanksgiving-day dishes fool you. Sweet potatoes are a nutritional powerhouse, ideal whether you're trying to cut carbs and lose weight—or bulk up and build muscle. What, exactly, are these fiber-rich root vegetables packing?
So how do you work them into your diet? First, buy firm, medium-size sweet potatoes or yams without any cracks, bruises or soft spots. (Pro tip: in most American grocery stores, yams and sweet potatoes are actually the same thing.) Then, find some fun ways to cook them up. Here are six easy recipes to get you started.
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