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    Super Meatball Subs

    Ingredients: Makes 8 servings 1 lb. extra-lean ground Turkey breast 1/2 cup seasoned Italian breadcrumbs 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1 large Egg 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning 2 tsp kosher Salt 2 10-inch loaves Italian bread (about 20 oz.) 24 oz. Tomato...
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  • Cajun Beef Chili

    Cajun Beef Chili

    Ingredients: Makes 6 servings 1 tsp Olive oil 1 large Onion, chopped 3 medium cloves Garlic, chopped 4.5 oz. diced Green Chiles, drained 2 TBSP Cajun seasoning 1 lb. 95% lean Ground Beef 1 (28-oz.) can peeled Italian Tomatoes 1 cup fat-free Salsa...
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  • Everything Chicken Stuffed with Scallion Cream Cheese

    Everything Chicken Stuffed with Scallion Cream Cheese

    Ingredients: Makes 4 servings 3 oz. Neufchatel cheese, soften 1/4 cup chopped scallions 2 TBSP finely chopped grape tomatoes 4 (6-oz.), skinless chicken breasts 3 TBSP everything bagel seasoning blend Cooking spray Directions: Preheat the...
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  • Self-Management Program: Improving Your Nutrition

    Your body has an appetite for good food. You’ve heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” It’s true. When you eat well, your body rewards you. Want to be healthy and happy with energy to do the things you love? Nosh on fruits ...
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  • When the Heart’s Aflutter, AFib May Be the Reason

    Singers may croon that their love-struck hearts are all aflutter, but in real life, a fluttering heart can be a scary problem — atrial fibrillation, better known as AFib. In a healthy heart, electrical signals travel through the muscle and mak.....
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  • In-Home Diabetes Care: Make Good Food Choices

    Managing your diabetes can seem like a full-time job. There are so many things that affect your blood sugar level. What you eat, the number of hours you sleep, how active you are — even stress — all have an impact. You can’t always ...
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  • You Can Keep Your Brain Healthy at Any Age

    It’s common to think that forgetfulness and other changes in our brain function are a part of getting older that we just have to accept. But studies show that there are simple steps you can take to help prevent cognitive decline and lower your ....
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  • Rainbow Noodle Salad with Lime Dressing

    Rainbow Noodle Salad with Lime Dressing

    Ingredients: Makes 2 servings 4 oz. Edamame Spaghetti 1 cup Snow Peas, trimmed 4 tsp Toasted Sesame Oil 5 tsp reduced-sodium Soy Sauce 3/4 tsp Lime zest and 5 tsp lime juice 1 tsp Honey 1 tsp finely chopped peeled fresh Ginger 1 tsp finely chopped...
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  • Cocoa Brownies

    Cocoa Brownies

    Ingredients: Makes 16 servings 3/4 cup unsweetened Cocoa powder 3/4 cup Sugar 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt 2 TBSP vanilla extract Non-stick Cooking Spray as needed Directions: ...
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  • Looking for a Quick Way to Get Fit?

    If you’re looking to shake up your fitness routine, you have a lot of choices. If you want to raise your fitness level but don’t have a lot of time, a shorter, more efficient workout may be the answer. The Centers for Disease Control and ...
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  • What Should You Eat Before and After Working Out?

    What you eat matters when it comes to starting or ending a workout right. It’s like fueling a car. It’s important to have the right foods at the right times. Have a snack or meal one to three hours before you work out. And drink plenty of...
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  • Apple Squares with Peanut Butter Glaze

    Apple Squares with Peanut Butter Glaze

    Ingredients: Makes 16 servings 3/4 cup All-purpose Flour 1 tsp ground Cinnamon 3/4 tsp Baking Powder 1/2 tsp salt 4 TBSP unsalted Butter, at room temperature 1/2 cup (packed) light Brown Sugar 1 large Egg 3/4 cup unsweetened Applesauce 1 tsp...
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  • Wait, That's Sugar, Too?

    If you’re trying to watch your weight, chances are you’ve indulged in something sweet with a sugar substitute. It seems like a good way to enjoy a treat without all the calories, right? These sugar substitutes are often made from high-int...
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  • Living with Diabetes? Learn More About What It Means

    Most of the food we eat is turned into glucose (sugar). Our bodies use this sugar to fuel our cells with the energy they need to work the right way. It’s a fine balance, though. When blood sugar levels are higher than they should be, it ca...
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  • Vegetarian Taco Casserole

    Vegetarian Taco Casserole

    Ingredients: Makes 6 servings 2 cups chopped zucchini 1 cup sliced scallions (about 1 bunch), divided 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed 1 15-oz can low-sodium blacked beans, rinsed and drained 1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers packed in water...
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