Life is too short to eat bad food. That is my motto and it should be your's too. That is why when we travel, we search out some place decent to eat. Fast food is last on the list. That is why we make food choices very carefully. Why waste calories on something substandard when you can have something much better? Why would you grab those chicken strips and tater logs from the gas station when you can make a better choice with a little effort? It takes a little thinking to break bad habits but isn't your health worth it?
Speaking of health, my next post will talk about calcium scores. What is it and who needs it? If you have concerns about your heart health, be sure to read my post on Thursday.
Today is the first day of fall and I am waiting to see if it will be warm enough to swim and whether the rain will hold off. It is time to start thinking about an alternative exercise plan now that the weather will be getting cooler. I plan to add long walks to my routine so I can enjoy the fresh air. I hope you will take advantage of this free exercise too. Just make sure you wear comfortable, supportive shoes.
I tried a new recipe last night and it was a hit. Quick and delicious. I found it in last week's newspaper.
Rosemary Baked Chicken with Potatoes
6 chicken thighs, skin removed, preferably boneless
1 1/2 lbs. small potatoes, do not peel
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. paprika
1 1/2 tsp. rosemary
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 to 1 tsp. garlic powder
Heat oven to 425. Mix oil and seasonings in a large bowl. Wash and halve potatoes.
Add chicken and potatoes to oil mixture and toss to coat well. Add potatoes to a 15 x 10 baking dish sprayed with no stick cooking spray. Bake for 15 minutes. Push potatoes to one side and add chicken. Return to oven and bake for at least 30 to 35 minutes or until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through.
Nutrition information per serving: 264 calories, 12 grams of fat, 20 grams of protein, 19 grams of carbohydrates, 64 mg. of cholesterol, 334 mg. of salt and 3 grams of fiber.
You could use chicken breasts and reduce the fat content.
Happy First Day of Fall!
About Me
- Lisa Tedder
- Arkansas
- I started this blog 4 years ago because people kept asking how my husband and I stayed so "skinny". Heart disease, stroke, Parkinson's and diabetes have all claimed victims in my family. After marrying Barry, a cardiologist, I became even more health conscientious. The birth of my children prompted me to learn more about nutrition in order to raise the healthiest kids possible. Food has always been important to my family and part of our celebrations. However, I have learned to cook in healthier ways than my parents while we still enjoy good food. Our health is largely in our own hands. I hope to inspire others that they can improve their health without a doctorate, a degree in nutrition or sports physiology. It does take a commitment to educating yourself and then following through. Disease seldom happens by chance; most often it is the result of choices we make, good or bad, like choosing to smoke or not exercising. I don't want to be sitting on the sidelines in my 60's; I want to still be dancing, still be laughing, still be in the game of life. In addition to my husband Barry, I have two children ages 14 and 17 plus 7 animals to keep me busy.