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Trying to incorporate more plant-based meals? Here's one way to turn a salad into a quick meal.
3yr
Just lettuce and raw veggies aren't enough for a meal. To add that satiety factor to your salad, ...
Just lettuce and raw veggies aren't enough for a meal. To add that satiety factor to your salad, add cubed, pre-seasoned baked tofu (available in the refrigerator section in most large grocery stor...
I am eating chocolate and crisps to avoid fast food. Now what?
7yr
  • annefood Hey @alicray! Great question. First, congrats on stepping away from fast food—such a big accomplishment! To cut down on the chocolate and crisps, try replacing them with other deliciously sweet and...
  • DietID_TeamDietitians Did you always stop at the same fast food restaurants and around the same time of day? If so, it's great to celebrate the fact that you've changed that habit so far. If you're finding that you're...
  • alicray Brilliant, OK off to the shops tomorrow. I pass the offending shops many times but did well avoiding them. Fat Friday in work tomorrow, I am going to pick up something tasty from tescos on the way...
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Friday night sweet tooth.. 3 bananas, 1/2 c peanut butter, 1/2 c cocoa Mix drop on cookie sheet in a table spoon. Bake 15 minutes yum!
7yr
  • annefood Awesome! Banana is such a great way to sweeten baked goods!
  • tovisnaw Ok...not loved at all in the house. But hey more for me. Tried to convince hubby if he gave up sugar they would taste sweet to him
Looking for quick snack ideas without added sugar. Something I can have with me on the go. Thanks!
7yr
  • DietID_TeamDietitians My favorite no added sugar to-go snacks: larabars, mary’s Seed crackers with hummus, grapes, mixed nuts, and for a treat - almond butter-stuffed dates (2 of them will fill you up).
  • AlexB Thank you! Going shopping today to stock up a bit more.
  • annefood I always keep an apple in my bag. Brown rice cakes with nut butter are great too, for protein, as are those crispy baked chickpea snacks you can either make or buy in a pouch. Carrot sticks are...
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Is bread a NO on this challenge?! I just realized some fresh baked breads probably have sugar??? Help! Tips on which to avoid? Or avoid all?
7yr
  • DietID_TeamDietitians Great question!! Some breads are definitely allowed, but most actually have some added sugar. It's best to check the ingredient label to be sure. Some favorites we love: Ezekiel sprouted grain...
  • joywang Hi there! I wanted to give a heads up if you ever check the label and it still says for example, 1g sugar even though there's no added sugar in the ingredients, that can be due to the natural...
Any thoughts on stevia or alternatives if the need arises?
7yr
  • annefood Great question @ingalls ! Pure stevia extract is the only "sweetener" that is allowed during the Avoid Added Sugar Challenge. Make sure that it is only stevia leaf though, as stevia products (such...
  • ingalls Thanks for the stevia info! Outside of that, avoid all the other artificial alternatives you'd find in typical "diet" and "zero calorie" stuff?
  • annefood You’re welcome! Yes exactly, avoid all artificial alternatives.
Does anyone snack on squash and sweet potatoes? What’s a good way to prepare those for snacking or meals on the go?
7yr
  • annefood Hey @ScountMQ ! Great question about two delicious foods! Squash: my favorite way is to peel and deseed it, cut it into small cubes, and spread it on a baking sheet. Toss it with olive oil, sea...
  • garv @annefood love your ideas. Pls cook for me the next time I’m visiting! @ScountMQ I make sweet potato , sesame & chilli kibbehs. Great as a snack or to up the nutrition factor to your meal.
  • annefood 👍🏼👍🏼 @garv !
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Dinner prep in 10 minutes! This veggie-stacked whole wheat pizza is simply perfect for busy nights
8yr
I took some short cuts - I used store bought whole wheat pizza dough, had pre-chopped veggies rea...
I took some short cuts - I used store bought whole wheat pizza dough, had pre-chopped veggies ready, and made some fresh tomato sauce that was chilling in the fridge already. All I had to do was st...
Planned my Cheat day & it was totally worth it!
8yr
No Sugar Challenge (Level 5 Day15) Baked  a shortbread & homemade Nutella ganache pudding and ate...
No Sugar Challenge (Level 5 Day15) Baked a shortbread & homemade Nutella ganache pudding and ate some too ! Giving in to my sugar cravings in a planned manner!!
Happy 4th of July! We celebrated with homemade veggie stacked pizza on the balcony!
8yr
Day 25/30: Fill 50% of your plate with Fruits and Veggies Level V

I topped the rolled out pizza ...
Day 25/30: Fill 50% of your plate with Fruits and Veggies Level V I topped the rolled out pizza dough with fresh tomatoes, bell pepper, mushrooms, shredded mozzarella, and basil from the garden. F...