I'm on a diet right now and I want it to last. My big problem is I don't know how to cook so I usually buy lean Cuisine which I know is junk.
Could you guys/girls give me some really easy healthy recipes that taste good. Try to limit it to less than 5 ingredients. If it's too long, I get overewhelmed. Thanks.
Salad – top with any form of lean protein
Also, I'm trying to think of sides to go with main dishes. So far I have:
Baked Potatoes
Caesar Salad
Spinach Salad
Sweet Potatoes
Asparagus
Broccoli
Just buy plenty of boneless chicken breast, fish, shrimp, and lean cuts of meat. Then add a huge assortment of fresh vegetables. You can make quick and easy stir fry meals, or grill the chicken and fish You can even grill the veggies.
Nobody begins life knowing how to cook..it just takes a little practice, and following directions. Here's a healthy meal that will impress him..just read the directions and take your time.
***Chicken Piccata with Pasta***
6 ounces whole-wheat angel hair pasta
1/3 cup all-purpose flour, divided
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
4 chicken cutlets (3/4-1 pound total), trimmed
3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 10-ounce package mushrooms, sliced
3 large cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup white wine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons butter
Directions
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until just tender, 4 to 6 minutes or according to package directions. Drain and rinse.
Meanwhile, whisk 5 teaspoons flour and broth in a small bowl until smooth. Place the remaining flour in a shallow dish. Season chicken with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper and dredge both sides in the flour. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and no longer pink in the middle, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate; keep warm.
Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon oil in the pan over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring, until they release their juices and begin to brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add garlic and wine to the pan and cook until reduced by half, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the reserved broth-flour mixture, lemon juice and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring, until the sauce is thickened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in parsley, butter and the reserved mushrooms. Measure out 1/2 cup of the mushroom sauce. Toss the pasta in the pan with the remaining sauce. Serve the pasta topped with the chicken and the reserved sauce.
Some other healthy side dish ideas…
whole wheat or whole grain pasta
brown rice
cauliflower
snap peas
green beans with garlic and olive oil
tomato and red onion salad
***Roasted Cauliflower***
Head cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
Salt and pepper
Preparation
Pre-heat the oven to 425°. On a baking sheet, toss the florets with olive oil; season with salt and pepper and arrange in an even layer. Roast until tender and browned, 20-25 minutes.
Something vegetarian and fairly simple I could make by myself at home. I'm 16 by the way, and they could just be like snacks like smoothies, etc. Thanks!
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Easy and I have had people eat this that actually THOUGHT that they were eating egg vs. the soy it is made out of.
You take 1 package of extra firm tofu and drain it. Mash it till it looks like scrambled eggs. Add chopped celery, a stalk is usually enough. 1/2 chopped red bell pepper, adds color and a sweet nice taste. 1 green onion chopped with the green tops as well. 14 cup of soynaise (like mayo, but soy based – some use Miracle Whip, which I hate). 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard. Salt to taste. 1/8 teaspoon turmeric. Mix all together. Put it on bread – and you will think that you are eating an egg salad sandwich.
Bean tacos. Instead of meat, spread beans on the shell and fill just as you would a taco.
Fusilli with garbanzo beans and spinach is another easy one. Fix the fusilli (corkscrew noodles) as directed on package. While that is cooking, heat in a skillet some olive oil some chopped onion for about 5 minutes. Watch it so as to not let it burn (medium/low heat). Add garlic, some oregano to just heating it (about 30 seconds or so). Stir in some garbanzo beans (rinsed and drained) with salt and pepper, with some balsamic vinegar. Cook for about 5 minutes, stir often. Save some of the water the pasta was cooked in. Add to the pasta the water saved it was cooked in with some spinach and the bean mixture you made in the other pan. Toss to combine.
Another is an easy smootie. One cup of soy milk in a blender that is chilled. Drop in frozen fruit of your choice. Berries work well. So does taking a banana that looks like it is going to go bad, just peel the banana, wrap it in plastic and put it in the freezer. Unwrap when frozen, and drop it in the blender. Makes like a milkshake sort of drink. You can also use orange juice instead of soy milk if you want and it works just as well.
The easiest recipe is one that you already know how to make and just make minor changes to it to suit your diet choices.
Hi everyone!
I am a 14 year old girl, and i'm looking to either loose a few pounds, or maybe just work on maintaining my weight. I am at a nice weight, i could gain or loose. I recently became a vegetarian, because i know that is a healthier lifestyle for me. I was wondering if anyone had any exercise, eating, or just general health tips for me. I really want to stay healthy, and of course, look good! Thanks guys!
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I use to hate the way I looked because I was kind of chubby , so I decided to start eating healthier and exercising, but that only lead to anorexia because it felt so good to see changes. However, I am a little underweight (5'5" and 112 pounds), so I am thinking about gaining a little weight because sometimes I feel too skinny. I want to continue eating healthy, but I also want to BE healthy. What can I do to be healthy now, but also be healthy for life? (I'm 15).
Thanks for all your help, and please no rude answers. =]
I'm not trying to lose weight. I'm trying to gain weight to be healthy.
aww, good for you! i know how hard it is to overcome things like this.
i got to warn you though- even though you may feel fat after gaining a few pounds, you are not. you are being healthy and going back to a more natural weight for your body.
that said, to be healthy, eat the foods you already eat except eat them when you're hungry. try not to ignore your stomach when it rumbles. eat balanced meals of fruits, vegetables, bread, and meat.
i hope this helps. good luck!
I have this belly fat right over my six pack and i need to get rid of it before bathingsuit season… so besides doing major crunchie/situp training does anyone know of the foods i can eat to get rid of that?
Try adding yogurt and fresh veggies and fruits (uncooked and no dipping sauces) in place of potatoes, rice, bread also eat your meat grilled or broiled to reduce fat. Sensible switching and eating the same calories will work. You need to eat more foods that burn calories and less fat since it stores calories. You can eat cheese and yogurt since they actually help eliminate fat from the body. Good Luck!
i all ready stoped drinking soda and buing fast food for breakfast every day i eat cold cereal with a banana i dont eat after 7 what are some more healthy tips
Hey!
Ok you are on the right track! Its all about the small steps, because every little small step equates to weight loss!
Now, I am a personal trainer and here are some basic things that will help you start losing weight quickly, and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
#1 : Diet Diet Diet….It is ok to go on a diet, but make sure you can follow it for atleast 6 months….No get fit quick schemes…When you do diet make sure you learn from it and apply it for life…Also, just try to eat clean, small meals frequently. This will boost metabolism, and help you lose fat!
#2 : Resistance training…You dont have to go to a gym to lose weight. I would recommend you buy a few workout DVDs some resistance bands, and try to workout 4 days a week, for atleast 45 minutes. This will help build lean muscle and allow you to burn more fat at rest! Very important when trying to love a healthy lifestyle!
#3 : Support! What I mean by this is find a group of women, in your town, or gym and keep eachother on track…..If you dont have that I have a support forum where I talk with everyone, help them their weight loss goals and give them the best tips to lose weight….You need someone to help you and keep you motivated!
THE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO DO IS GET IN THE MINDSET!!!
What I mean by this is mentally make the change…You are going to eat healthy, exercise, and make good choices for your body! If you can do this there is no stopping you, and you will have the body you deserve!
You can do it! Just follow those few tips, and you will be looking and feeling great in no time at all!!!
After dying my hair so many times i finally decided to just keep it natural. I haven't dyed it for 9 months and its looking great im just afraid that because i use the hair straitgner everyday it will damage my hair…please help…
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1- Nutrition is the key..healthy hair starts fron the inside..eat right..exercise..lay off the sugar
2- wash your hair often..African American-twice a week.
3- Always deep condition
4- Stay away from the harsh dyes..use a gentle rinse instead
5-Use heat styling products at a minimum
6- At night always wrap your hair in a silk scarf when you sleep- it protects the hair shaft and prevents breakage.
I am overweight, and I need tips that are effective and healthy to help me loose weight. I don't want links to other sites, and I know I can go to a doctor, but I want people's opinions. Thanks!
(P.S. I am only 15 so I can only afford so much)
Start with realistic goals. Set a 5, 10, 20 pound limit to start. If you have more to lose then that well set it accordingly. You have to move your body. Walk, run, hike swim, take a fun class with a friend or your mom. Cut out the junk. Drink water. Low fat. Expect to lose 2 to 5 pounds a week. At first you may not lose anything, but after 6 to 8 weeks (yes, this isn't instant, but it can be permanent) Your clothes will fit you different, Those results mean more then the weight on the scale. Tell yourself, you can do it. And then do it. Good luck!
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