Low-Calorie Extras Archive

  • Chia-Seeds

    Organic Chia Seeds

    Posted on August 13, 2010 | No Comments
    Remember the popular Chia Pets of the 80’s?  Well, the chia seed is back, but this time they are marketed as a health food and weight loss miracle!  While there are no weight loss miracles, the chia seed, which dates back to Aztec cultures, are...

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  • Panko Breadcrumbs

    Ian’s Original Panko Breadcrumbs

    Posted on July 16, 2010 | No Comments
    With 70 calories per ¼ cup these breadcrumbs are a healthy addition to any dish. These Japanese style breadcrumbs make a crunchy top for casseroles, to bread your favorite cutlet or as a great crunch in a salad!  I like to use the whole wheat...

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  • Gunters Buckwheat Honey

    Gunter’s Pure Buckwheat Honey

    Posted on July 9, 2010 | No Comments
    Buckwheat honey contains the most antioxidants of any honey.  Why is this good?  Antioxidants protect cells from the damaging effects of free radicals and may reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer, cognitive decline, and macular degeneration.  Generally, darker honeys tend to be higher in...

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  • Honey Pear Vinaigrette

    Honey Pear Vinaigrette

    Posted on June 25, 2010 | No Comments
    All natural ingredients and low in calories (just 50 cals per serving)!  Earth and Provisions has created a great alternative to higher calorie creamy dressings. This delicious honey pear salad dressing is sweet and has thicker consistency than most vinaigrettes. Tastes great on salads, as...

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  • Goji Berries

    Navitas Naturals – Organic Goji Berries

    Posted on May 28, 2010 | No Comments
    With only 104 calories per 10oz. serving, these organic goji berries are an excellent healthy and nutritious snack!  This berry, which has been used in Asian herbal medicine for over 5,000 years, is one of the most nutrient-rich foods on earth. It is a vegetarian...

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  • Bob’s Red Mill Organic Golden Flaxseeds

    Bob’s Red Mill Organic Golden Flaxseeds

    Posted on May 7, 2010 | No Comments
    Made popular by the early Greeks and Romans, flaxseeds are an excellent source of protein, fiber, omega-3 fats and minerals such as magnesium and copper. You may eat the natural untreated seeds whole, ground into meal, or sprouted. Grind up and add to muffins, waffles,...

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  • Eden Organic Pizza Pasta Sauce

    Eden Organic Pizza Pasta Sauce

    Posted on March 19, 2010 | No Comments
    Thick and rich organic pasta sauce made with extra virgin olive oil.  65 calories per .5 cup. Great for pizza and pasta. Made from organically grown tomatoes, organic extra virgin olive oil, sea salt and a blend of organic herbs and organic spices. Cooked and...

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  • Steamable Vegetable Bags

    Steamable Vegetable Bags

    Posted on February 26, 2010 | No Comments
    An excellent way to get more veggies in your diet is to try out frozen vegetables in a steamable bag.  Green Giant is a popular option with their All Natural Steamer bags that come in virtually every type of vegetable that you can think of. ...

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  • Sara Lee Delightful 100% Multi-Grain Bread

    Sara Lee Delightful 100% Multi-Grain Bread

    Posted on February 19, 2010 | No Comments
    This light and delicious tasting 100% multi-grain bread contains only 45 calories and 9 carbs per slice! No artificial colors or flavors.  Use it to make tasty and low calorie grilled cheese, sandwiches, French toast, healthy bread crumbs or anything else you can think of....

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  • Smart Balance Buttery Burst Spray

    Smart Balance Buttery Burst Spray

    Posted on January 13, 2010 | No Comments
    Use this delicious zero calorie butter spray on anything you would spread real butter on. Contains no calories, carbs, cholesterol or fat per serving. Ingredients ORGANIC SOY BEVERAGE (WATER, DEFATTED ORGANIC SOYBEANS), ORGANIC SOY OIL, SALT, BUTTERMILK, LACTIC ACID, SOY LECITHIN, POLYSORBATE 80, XANTHAN GUM,...

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  • Smart Balance Light

    Smart Balance Light

    Posted on January 13, 2010 | No Comments
    Tastes great with half the calories and fat of regular butter. Use it for light frying, sautéing and as a delicious spread on your food. One tablespoon contains roughly 45 calories and 5 grams of fat. The official Smart Balance website states this butter should...

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