Information and opinions on Diet & Exercise from Pete at FoodFit at MyDietExercise.com. The HealthCentral Network, Inc. (www.HealthCentral.com) is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074 http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074 http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/63634/ingredients Wed, 18 Mar 2009 11:19:00 -0400 Pete at FoodFit You're no doubt feeling the sting of the economy every time you take a trip to the grocery store. How can you make your purchases count and still provide your family fulfilling and nutritious meals? The good news is there's no need to give up flavor for value - the key is finding ingredients that pack the nutrients your family needs while allowing you to stretch your dollar.   Brown rice Even during these tough times, brown rice is still... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/63634/ingredients http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/58870/healthiest Mon, 09 Feb 2009 13:16:48 -0500 Pete at FoodFit You may have read this recent news story about the "10 Healthiest Foods You've Never Tried." Well now that you know which foods you've been missing out on, how about some recipes? Try these delicious (and healthy) recipes from FoodFit featuring some ingredients you may not have tried before. Maybe you'll find a new favorite!   Kiwi Excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of fiber. Watercress and Endive Salad with Winter... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/58870/healthiest http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/55332/mismanaged Mon, 12 Jan 2009 12:54:00 -0500 Pete at FoodFit 9 Food and Drug Administration (FDA) scientists have written a letter to President-elect Barack Obama alleging that the FDA is badly mismanaged and "fundamentally broken."   Among their concerns is the assertion that FDA employees have been threatened and told to ignore FDA guidelines. The letter goes on to say "the scientific review process for medical devices at FDA has been corrupted and distorted by current FDA managers, thereby... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/55332/mismanaged http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/55011/top-episode Fri, 09 Jan 2009 09:53:00 -0500 Pete at FoodFit   So after weeks without a fresh episode of Top Chef (and endless re-runs of the Top Chef holiday special), we're welcomed back into the kitchen - only to witness what I think is the beginning of the end for what used to be one of the only decent reality competitions around.   For a few seaons now, we've put up with blantant product placements, challenges we knew would end in disaster, and contestants chosen solely on hairstyle.... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/55011/top-episode http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/52703/top-episode Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:05:00 -0500 Pete at FoodFit   Ah, the Euros. So adorable. So...European. Let's jump right in this week:   Quickfire Challenge A one-pot dish! Bam! And then...MARTHA! "She's a very knowledgeable woman, and she's from Jersey." Martha gives them some tips and the chefs get to work. Will Martha's judgment be too harsh for them?   At this point, the chefs are pretty competent, so no really crazy concoctions this week. Martha doesn't like Jeff, Eugene or... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/52703/top-episode http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/52546/appetizers Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:16:00 -0500 Pete at FoodFit Holiday entertaining is right around the corner, and with all the excitement during the seasn, it's easy to leave your good eating habits behind. Throw the perfect party and keep your guests satisfied with these 10 low-fat holiday appetizers. Enjoy!       Red Pepper Dip with Pine Nuts Sweet Potato Latkes Roasted Garlic and Red Pepper Bruschetta Roasted Asparagus Salad Relish Tray Raita (South ... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/52546/appetizers http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/51938/top-episode Wed, 10 Dec 2008 23:47:00 -0500 Pete at FoodFit   Melissa is feeling the pressure and Ariane is riding high. Meanwhile, Sefan has a huge crush on Jamie. Wait...isn't she? Yeah, he doesn't seem to get it, but it's nice to see a side to Stefan that isn't him being a pompous jerk.   Quickfire Challenge It's a taste-off! No guest judge, just Padma putting the chefs through a soup tasting tournament. In each round, the chef that can name the most ingredients correctly moves on.... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/51938/top-episode http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/51721/chocolate Tue, 09 Dec 2008 16:28:00 -0500 Pete at FoodFit There's nothing like a decadent dessert to complete a romantic meal. Spoil your sweetie this week with easy chocolate-dipped strawberries that look more complicated than they are. Try them tonight!     Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries Ingredients 2 pints strawberries, stems intact 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate 1 teaspoon canola oil   Instructions 1. Line two baking sheets with parchment or waxed paper. Wipe the... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/51721/chocolate http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/51584/chimichurri Mon, 08 Dec 2008 14:47:00 -0500 Pete at FoodFit Looking for a little spice tonight? Try this quick, easy and robust recipe for chicken with chimichurri sauce. Chimichurri sauce originated in Argentina and combines parsley with garlic and spices to give grilled meats a kick in the taste buds. Add your own combination of spices and create your own unique flavors tonight!   Chimichurri Chicken Ingredients 1 bunch flatleaf parsley, washed and stemmed 6 cloves garlic, peeled and quartered... http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/51584/chimichurri http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/51244/factory Fri, 05 Dec 2008 15:18:27 -0500 Pete at FoodFit BBC.com has a great video of the inner-workings of a frozen pizza factory in the Irish Republic. The declining economy is driving business to companies that produce "convenience foods" like Campbell's Soup. Two factories in the Irish Republic produce more than 150 million frozen pizzas a year. See how it gets from the factory to your plate!   Check out the video now! http://www.healthcentral.com/diet-exercise/c/646074/51244/factory