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Green smoothie with spinach, carrots, half an apple and a tangerine for breakfast. Added some flaxseed, oats, ginger and cinnamon for extra nutrition and flavor. Delicious!
Day 4/5: Eat 5 Servings of Fruits & Veggies Per Day Level III
Composting
Can I compost olive pits, pistachio nut shells, and corn cobs after they’ve been boiled?
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DietID_TeamDietitians The short answer is yes. But all 3 take longer to compost so for the shells and pits, just know that they will take longer to break down so you may need to filter them out if you’re composting at...
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mmorawski For the cobs, even after they’re boiled or steamed? I’ve heard that once vegetables are cooked, you shouldn’t compost them. Just wondering…
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annefood @mmorawski it’s fine to compost cooked veggies as long as they’re only steamed or boiled- so no fat or sauces.
Loven this challenge
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msantiago That looks absolutely delicious!!!!
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annefood I’m so glad @Vickymtz73 ! Keep it up!
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Vickymtz73 Thank you!
Does anyone snack on squash and sweet potatoes? What’s a good way to prepare those for snacking or meals on the go?
Salt craving
I’ve been craving salt lately. Is this related to not having added sugar? Is anyone else craving salt?? 🤷🏻♀️
Is it still safe to eat?
Well, before I use a pass...I made a chicken/ veggie soup on Tuesday with grilled chicken leftover from Monday night ...It is still in the pot in the fridge but I am a little concern to eat it. Is ...
2018 Resolution: Go Vegan!
Ann Arbor, MI
My 2018 resolution is pledging to be vegan. Here was my very first breakfast of the year: healthy, plant-based oatmeal (my favorite meal ☺️)!
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naturalnewbie You go girl!
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annefood Great breakfast @kiennaquinoa !
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DietID_TeamDietitians This breakfast looks amazing. I made a similar one with a heaping spoon or almond butter to make it just a little more creamy
For dinner I had this delicious bowl of red lentil soup packed with veggies: carrots, kale, red peppers, onion, potato and jalapeño. Garlic and some spices to season 😋
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Day 1/3: Eat 5 Servings of Fruits & Veggies Per Day Level II
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annefood AWESOME @katrandall !
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katrandall Thank you @annefood !
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msantiago That sounds yummy!!!!!! I bet it’s easy to make multiple servings and save for a meal on the next day too!!!
Refined Carbohydrates
How many refined carbohydrates roughly are acceptable on a daily basis?
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DietID_TeamDietitians Generally speaking, it’s best to choose unrefined, whole grains whenever possible. When it comes to added sugar in particular, the max recommended amount per day is about 24 grams = 6 teaspoons....
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msantiago
Ooooh! I wouldn’t have thought to add the apple and tangerine! I’m going to try that!!!
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annefood
Awesome @katrandall ! You could always throw some plain yogurt in there for added protein without changing the flavor.
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katrandall
@annefood great idea!
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