Yes, you can enjoy pizza without it sabotaging your diet for the day and, yes, it can even provide a health boost. Whole wheat pizza crust packs more fiber and B vitamins (which help a runner’s body generate energy during workouts) than crust made with refined flour. Smoked ham is a leaner topping choice than […]
Sun-dried tomatoes are a concentrated source of lycopene. This antioxidant has been shown to reduce your risk of certain cancers, including prostate cancer. While sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil contain more fat and calories than those packed in water, that added oil is needed to give the spread a smooth, rich consistency. Double the recipe
Too often, runners skimp on calories at lunch, opting to eat a quick bite on the go or to graze on whatever energy bar or snacks might be hanging around the office. But doing so may leave you ravenous by dinner and more likely to overeat. This hearty chicken salad recipe provides whole grain carbs,
By using this tip to combine ground meat with cooked whole grains, you can create a burger that’s moist, flavorful, and high in fiber with less unhealthy saturated fat. If using bulgur, soak it in twice the volume of hot water for 20 to 30 minutes before draining. Instruction : Dr Megan JustinI’m Dr. Megan
These make-ahead chocolate clusters are great to grab as you head out the door to work. They will satisfy any mid-afternoon sweet craving. Our version starts with tempered chocolate. Un-tempered chocolate can look dull and taste chewy. Tempering gives a sheen and snap, but the process is typically finicky. So we developed an easy microwave
Do you miss hummus on the keto diet? We wanted to create a foolproof recipe for a hummus-like dip that you could enjoy instead and also serve to your friends. Since chickpeas were obviously unsuitable, we turned to that great keto lifesaver—the nut. First, we experimented with a test kitchen recipe for cashew dip but
To make another keto-friendly dip, we turned to feta cheese, which we love and which was a natural fit for this Greek-style dip. But rather than using true Greek sheep’s- or goat’s-milk feta, we chose cow’s-milk feta. Why? Cow’s-milk feta produces a firmer dip that holds up well at room temperature but is still loose
Wild rice and chicken sausage provide the carb-and-protein combo that runners need after a long run, while keeping fat and calories in check. Mushrooms lend a hearty, almost meat like texture. In fact, a study found that people who substitute mushrooms for meat consume fewer calories and feel just as satisfied as when they eat
Chicken-noodle soup gets a healthy upgrade with this whole grain, vegetable-packed version. The carbohydrates in quick-cooking quinoa restock your energy stores, while the amino acids in chicken help rebuild broken-down muscle tissue post run, making this soup the ideal recovery meal. Instructions : Dr Megan JustinI’m Dr. Megan Justin With a degree in Nutrition and
This rich-tasting, velvety-smooth soup gets its creaminess from light coconut milk, which has 60 percent fewer calories than the full-fat version. Curry powder contains turmeric, a spice with strong anti-inflammatory properties. Research indicates that turmeric can help keep joints healthy and protect against arthritis. Look for packages of cubed butternut squash in the produce section
