Post by bmazzo on Nov 30, 2021 2:00:53 GMT
A thankful heart opens our eyes!
Here is the rest of the list of convenience foods that are more healthy than we may think. Recommended by dietitians.
6. Stir-fry sauce: Adds loads of flavor to veggies without having to take the time to stir together a ton of different ingredients. Look for reduced sodium varieties. Some also contain shellfish and gluten, so scrutinize the ingredient list if allergies are a concern.
7. Canned vegetable soup: When you can't find the motivation to cook, or if you just haven't had a chance to grocery shop, opening a can or box of veggie based soup can be an easy way to squeeze in produce. Look for the brands with less than 350 milligrams of sodium per serving, & at least 4 grams of fiber to help keep you satisfied.
8. Frozen french fries: A serving of frozen fries (regular or sweet potato) delivers roughly 10% of your daily potassium which helps you balance blood pressure. Opt for ones made with heart friendly unsaturated fats. Cook them in the oven or air fryer. Baked frozen french fries have about 50% less calories than fast food versions.
9. Canned chili beans. Beans are known to be an excellent source of fiber, but only about 8% of Americans eat them. Canned chili beans are sauced and tasty. Choose lower sodium varieties.
10. Frozen meat balls: Frozen meat balls are a great way to pump up the protein in your pasta dishes. Be careful when choosing the frozen ones, as the beef and pork may contain half of your daily allowance of saturated fat. For a healthier option, pick chicken, turkey or plant-based meatballs.
Do you stock any of these things in your house? Do you fall back on them regularly?
FUN: What is your favorite Christmas cookie? When is the last time that you made them or ate one?
Here is the rest of the list of convenience foods that are more healthy than we may think. Recommended by dietitians.
6. Stir-fry sauce: Adds loads of flavor to veggies without having to take the time to stir together a ton of different ingredients. Look for reduced sodium varieties. Some also contain shellfish and gluten, so scrutinize the ingredient list if allergies are a concern.
7. Canned vegetable soup: When you can't find the motivation to cook, or if you just haven't had a chance to grocery shop, opening a can or box of veggie based soup can be an easy way to squeeze in produce. Look for the brands with less than 350 milligrams of sodium per serving, & at least 4 grams of fiber to help keep you satisfied.
8. Frozen french fries: A serving of frozen fries (regular or sweet potato) delivers roughly 10% of your daily potassium which helps you balance blood pressure. Opt for ones made with heart friendly unsaturated fats. Cook them in the oven or air fryer. Baked frozen french fries have about 50% less calories than fast food versions.
9. Canned chili beans. Beans are known to be an excellent source of fiber, but only about 8% of Americans eat them. Canned chili beans are sauced and tasty. Choose lower sodium varieties.
10. Frozen meat balls: Frozen meat balls are a great way to pump up the protein in your pasta dishes. Be careful when choosing the frozen ones, as the beef and pork may contain half of your daily allowance of saturated fat. For a healthier option, pick chicken, turkey or plant-based meatballs.
Do you stock any of these things in your house? Do you fall back on them regularly?
FUN: What is your favorite Christmas cookie? When is the last time that you made them or ate one?
