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Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Cutting Calories without Cutting Delicious Flavor (Yummy)

Cut Calories without cutting Delicious Flavor

by Coach Bonnie MeChelle

I asked 100 people a single question and 69 of them answered no. The question asked: Is healthy food delicious? Why do you think that so many people believe healthy food is bland, tasteless and unappetizing? Do you think that this misinformation turn people away from eating healthy food all together? Well I’ve got special news for you. There are plenty of ways to cut calories without cutting out delicious flavor.

It is extremely important to eat nutritious low-calorie food the majority of the time. When you are proactive in keeping a healthy diet is easy to maintain your natural weight, increase your energy levels and prolong your life. Eating healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, lean meats and whole grains will give your body essential vitamins and minerals to boost the immune system and fight disease.

Nutritious meals do not have to taste bland, you can make healthy food taste just as good (if not better) than high fat and sugar laden meals just by making a few adjustments and replacements when following a recipe.

Coach Bonnie Mechelle’s Savvy Savory Substitutions


When you’re cooking:                      Use this instead:


1 Cup of Cream                                                  1 cup of Evaporated Milk

Cream to Thicken Soup                                       Pureed Potatoes or Vegetables

Stick of Margarine                                              Olive Oil or Broth

2 ounces of Mild Cheddar Cheese                        1 ounce of Reduced Fat Sharp Cheddar Cheese

Ground Beef                                                       Ground Turkey Breast; Chopped Vegetables with Less Meat; Beans


When you’re baking:                        Use this instead:


½ Cup of Butter                                                ¼ Cup Applesauce + ¼ Cup Canola Oil or Margarine

1 Egg                                                              2 Egg Whites

1 Cup of Chocolate Chips                                 ½ Cup of Mini Chocolate Chips + Chopped Dried Fruit

Whole Milk                                                      Light Soy Milk or Skim Milk

Sugar                                                              Agave Nectar; Stevia; Organic Honey; Molasses

                                                                               
Your body will thank you for the lighter nutritious meals you make. Over time you’ll notice your waistline getting smaller and an increased sense of well-being. Commit my savvy substitutions to memory and you’ll cut calories without compromising the great taste of your food. Bon appetite!

Coach Bonnie Mechelle is a professional weight coach, motivational speaker, author and radio personality in Atlanta Georgia . Check out her new Food and Exercise Journal, Accountability is Key for increased weight loss success. Learn more about her unique weight loss program and services @ http://www.thehealthrevolution.us

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