RECIPE: Healthier Super Bowl Buffalo Wings

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. Healthier Super Bowl Buffalo WingsCourtesy: Dietitian Cassie Dimmick of Achieving Your Best Ingredients:2 packages chicken breast tenderloins1/2 cup flour1 cup Panko crumbs (you can also find wheat Panko at some grocery stores)1/2 tsp garlic powder1/2 tsp onion powder1/2 Tbsp salt1 tsp pepper1/2 tsp paprika1/2 tsp cayenne pepper1 egg1 cup Milk1/2 cup Franks Red…

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How To Meal Prep – Tips, Tricks & More

Meal prepping. Just the thought or mention of it is a little intimidating, right? It seems like an incredibly overwhelming and time consuming task, and we have no idea where to even begin. I know that’s the way I felt when I considered it, and it was a reason I didn’t start into it sooner.…

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Tips For Staying Healthy During Cold & Flu Season

Staying healthy during cold and flu season is hard to do, but focusing on a few key things can help you stay as healthy as possible this year! 1. Get plenty of sleep (7-8 hours a night) it can help you stay rested and prevent your body from getting sick and heal faster if you…

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RECIPE: Balsamic Chicken Kabobs

What better way to bring everyone together during these busy hot months then with a BBQ. These grilled balsamic chicken kabobs scream summer with their bright colors and char marks. Color means different flavors, lots of nutrients, and it makes for a pretty plate! Enjoy! BALSAMIC CHICKEN KABOBS Prep Time: 40 minsCook Time: 20 minsTotal…

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RECIPE: Dinosaur Kale Salad

I am always looking for new ways to get more vegetables on the table.  One of my favorite food finds is Lacinato Kale. It’s nickname is Dinosaur Kale, which makes it an even cooler veggie!  You can find it in the produce section of many markets. Lacinato Kale has a firmer texture than lettuce, so…

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RECIPE: Mix and Match Homemade Vinaigrette

Homemade salad dressings taste so much better than store bought, are healthier, and are super easy to make! Here, we break down how to make a vinaigrette and will give you some great recipes or you can create your own with the basic vinaigrette principles we cover. First, you need to know that the ratio…

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5 Tips To Stay Healthy While Enjoying Halloween

I love candy as much as the next person, but I don’t love how it makes me feel if I eat too much. I also know what a slippery slope eating candy can be, increasing sugar cravings, taking the place of healthy foods your body needs and contributing to eating too many calories. So, instead…

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RECIPE: Roasted Vegetable Soup (Orange Soup)

Ahhh fall. This season full of vibrant colors and a cooler temperatures that are perfect foroutdoor activities. During this busy season, we need healthy fuel to give us energy for ourbusy schedules. My garden is overflowing this year with butternut squash. So I am having funexperimenting with new ways to use this beautiful squash. Winter…

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RECIPE: Beet Superfood Smoothie

Beets are nutritional powerhouses that can improve your health, prevent disease and take your exercise performance up a notch! Here is the scoop on this tasty super food: Beet’s Benefits: Excellent source of phytonutrients BETALAINS, which are potent antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory effectsThe greens have high levels of lutein and zeaxanthin, both important for healthy…

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A Dietitan’s Guide To Fueling Your Kids For Success

What your kids eat for breakfast and lunch has a huge impact on how well they do in school. Here are some tips to help you make healthy choices! Kids who eat breakfast do better in school, so wake up earlier and get them (and you) a healthy breakfast! A balanced breakfast includes the following:…

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