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by Nick Bromberg
(The following post is a guest post by Jake Jacobson, Social Media Manager at Garmin. The YMCA is a charity of choice for Team RR Sport during the KC Cache Dash on Saturday, March 24. You can stop by the KC Cache Dash in person or follow along the four teams on Twitter on Saturday @KCCacheDash and the hashtags #KCCacheDash and #TeamRRSport.)
Geocaching: Discover treasures, fun – and exercise! – at OpenCaching.com
Saturday,...
by Nick Bromberg
We all know how enormous restaurant portions can be and at fast food restaurants, you have the option to make them even bigger by upsizing.
But would you be willing to downsize if you were given the choice?
A recent study suggests that up to 33% of people chose smaller portions when given the option according to a study in Health Affairs. And that's a great, easy, step for a healthier you.
From Today Health:
The whole notion seems...
by Lisa Farmer
January is dried plum month! This recipe replaces the oil traditionally found in quick breads with a dried plum puree. It’s easy to make and substitute in many of your favorite recipes.
1 cup dried plum puree
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs
1 cup ( ½ of one 16oz can) canned pumpkin
2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon...
by Lisa Farmer
January is Oatmeal Month. Most people are familiar with rolled and quick cooking oats; however steel cut oats aren’t found on the breakfast table as often. They have a longer cooking time but with a little planning they can be on your table just as easily.
2 cups water
1 ½ cups additional liquid, such as low-fat milk, soymilk, almond milk, orange juice, apple juice or water
1/8 teaspoon salt, or to...
by Lisa Farmer
Definitely a special occasion recipe! BUT I guarantee no one can eat just one!
This delicious, savory appetizer brings back childhood memories. They were a staple at every party my mom & dad hosted. They are a great addition to a meat and cheese platter.
48 green pimento stuffed olives
2 cups grated cheddar cheese
½ cup soft butter
1 cup sifted flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon...
by Lisa Farmer
December is Pear month! Enjoy this in-season fruit with cheese and possibly a little wine over the holidays. A pear that has a dense texture (like Bosc, Bartlett, and underripe Anjou) are the best choices. They maintain their shape and don’t add too much moisture to recipes.
Select pears that are:
Firm
Fragrant
Unblemished
Continue to ripen after purchase
Testing for ripeness: You can...
by Paula Oxler
The YMCA of Greater Kansas City is one of 48 YMCAs nationwide selected to receive a grant from the Kraft Foods Foundation to implement Salsa, Sabor y Salud (Food, Fun and Fitness), a national healthy lifestyles program for Hispanic/Latino families. Developed by the National Latino Children’s Institute (NLCI) and Kraft Foods, Salsa, Sabor y Salud is designed to raise awareness of the importance of good nutrition, increase levels of physical...
by Lisa Farmer
We love cookies during the holidays! It’s hard to find a healthy option, but this recipe from Tufts University Health & Nutrition Letter delivers. These cookies are made with whole grains, contain minimal saturated fat and have only 50 calories per cookie.
¾ cup old-fashioned rolled oats
¼ cup white whole wheat flour or whole wheat pastry flour
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
2...
by Lisa Farmer
Fresh cranberries are generally only available October through December. Enjoy them while you can with this tasty, low-calorie dessert!
5 cups sliced peeled cooking apples (4-5 medium)
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
¼ cup sugar
2/3 cup whole wheat flour
½ cup old-fashioned rolled oats, uncooked
1/3 cup packed light brown sugar
1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
3 Tablespoons frozen apple juice...
by Lisa Farmer
Why not build a healthy plate at Thanksgiving by adding a vegetable side or two? The new My Plate guidelines suggest “make half your plate fruit and vegetables.” This recipe for roasted root vegetables is easy and delicious!
8 cups assorted root vegetables, peeled and chopped (½ to ¾ - inch pieces)
Use a combination of the following:
Carrots, parsnips, rutabaga, turnip and/or celery root
2 Tablespoons...