When you think of a “healthy dinner,” it’s probably safe to say that meatloaf isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. Beef isn’t exactly low-fat, and ketchup isn’t exactly low-sugar. But by using this low-fat, ground turkey recipe, you’re looking at a dinner that’s extremely high in protein and really low in calories and fat. It’s another perfect, healthy alternative to one of your favorite meals! Ingredients you’ll need: 1 cup oatmeal 3/4 cup onion, minced 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 pounds ground turkey 2 beaten eggs 1 teaspoon salt 1 … Continue reading →

Deviled eggs are just one of those side dishes that I can’t pass up. Every time the dish goes by, I grab two more. Those calories add up fast, though–and, when made using a standard recipe, they’re not particularly good for your heart. Continue reading →

When cold, winter weather hits Indiana, all I want to eat is something that’s going to warm me from the inside out. Seems easy enough, but so many of our default warm dishes aren’t exactly low-calorie, or all that healthy, really. But it’s important to stick to your eating plans, so that you avoid slipping back into old, unhealthy habits–especially if you’ve had weight loss surgery. So, here’s a spicy potato soup that’ll fill and warm you up without adding all the fat and calories that seem to sneak into … Continue reading →

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I’m sure I’m not the only one scrambling to find some healthier alternatives to the standard dishes that my family expects. This particular recipe is an excellent replacement for the usual candied yams that are packed with sugar and calories. It’s also a great way to sneak a little fruit into everyone’s dinner. Continue reading →