http://www.figurefoodie.com Eating clean CAN and SHOULD taste good! Fri, 04 Sep 2009 01:03:50 +0000 en hourly 1 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/06/clean-eating-trick-shaved-ice-2/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/06/clean-eating-trick-shaved-ice-2/#comments Sun, 14 Jun 2009 23:13:08 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=1101 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/06/clean-eating-trick-shaved-ice-2/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/fast-food-it-may-be-fast-but-it-isn%e2%80%99t-food/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/fast-food-it-may-be-fast-but-it-isn%e2%80%99t-food/#comments Wed, 25 Feb 2009 21:55:35 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=951
On this segment from diet.com, compare the appearance of a 3 month old slice of potato and some McDonald’s french fries that are 4 years old. The potato is wrinkled, dry, and pathetic looking while the french fries still appear like they were served up half an hour ago.

Originally served in a Happy Meal, the four year old hamburger has no visible signs of rot or mold. No preservatives have been added; it has been wrapped in its original paper and stored in a lunch box. Yet, it still looks much like it did four years ago.]]> http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/fast-food-it-may-be-fast-but-it-isn%e2%80%99t-food/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/crush-your-chocolate-cravings-the-healthy-way/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/crush-your-chocolate-cravings-the-healthy-way/#comments Sat, 21 Feb 2009 18:57:59 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=895 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/crush-your-chocolate-cravings-the-healthy-way/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/calorie-killer-chocolate-frosting/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/calorie-killer-chocolate-frosting/#comments Mon, 16 Feb 2009 00:28:28 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=845 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/calorie-killer-chocolate-frosting/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/tropical-surprise-pineapple-aka-%e2%80%9cfairy-food%e2%80%9d/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/tropical-surprise-pineapple-aka-%e2%80%9cfairy-food%e2%80%9d/#comments Mon, 09 Feb 2009 02:25:18 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=805 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/tropical-surprise-pineapple-aka-%e2%80%9cfairy-food%e2%80%9d/feed/ 1 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/pistachios-almonds-and-walnuts%e2%80%94oh-my/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/pistachios-almonds-and-walnuts%e2%80%94oh-my/#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2009 19:51:54 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=778 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/pistachios-almonds-and-walnuts%e2%80%94oh-my/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/vanilla-waldorf-salad/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/vanilla-waldorf-salad/#comments Tue, 03 Feb 2009 21:31:14 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=771 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/vanilla-waldorf-salad/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/chicken-l%e2%80%99orange-salad/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/chicken-l%e2%80%99orange-salad/#comments Tue, 03 Feb 2009 05:03:08 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=763 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/chicken-l%e2%80%99orange-salad/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/pesto-marinara-chicken/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/pesto-marinara-chicken/#comments Sun, 01 Feb 2009 13:03:53 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=745 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/02/pesto-marinara-chicken/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/chicken-parmesan-done-right/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/chicken-parmesan-done-right/#comments Tue, 27 Jan 2009 19:07:08 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=692 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/chicken-parmesan-done-right/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/seasoned-home-fries/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/seasoned-home-fries/#comments Mon, 26 Jan 2009 03:30:59 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=671 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/seasoned-home-fries/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/go-flat-out-for-pizza/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/go-flat-out-for-pizza/#comments Thu, 22 Jan 2009 19:59:01 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=642
Here in the fast-food nation that is America, pizzas are made with high-gluten flour, and are topped with low-water content tomato sauce complete with added sugar and salt, and the toppings typically include a lot high-fat cheese and meats. As many Americanized pizzas are very high in salt and fat, concerns have been raised about the negative effect on people's health. Some pizza chains have recently been criticized for creating pizzas with twice the daily recommended amount of sodium for an adult.

Here's a clean eating idea for pizza that gives you a tasty, crispy, thin-crust pizza without all that salt, fat, and sugar. ]]> http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/go-flat-out-for-pizza/feed/ 1 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/lemon-chicken/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/lemon-chicken/#comments Thu, 22 Jan 2009 02:14:10 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=620 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/lemon-chicken/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/seriously-sinful-strawberry-ice-dream/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/seriously-sinful-strawberry-ice-dream/#comments Tue, 20 Jan 2009 01:33:53 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=584 If you try only one recipe on FigureFoodie.com, make it this recipe for Seriously Sinful (yet guilt-free, of course) Strawberry Ice Dream!

The serving size of low-calorie ice cream and sorbet are typically small and also contain artificial ingredients and refined sugars. This make-at-home recipe is made from real fruit and contains only 1 gram of fat and no artificial ingredients or preservatives. It lives up to the "dream" part in its name by packing 20g(!) of protein and 3g of fiber! The best part is you can have it ready to eat in about 10 minutes.

At a Glance Info
Time to Prepare: About 10 minutes, start to finish
Nutritional Info: For ¾ cup serving - 133 calories, 1g fat, 12g carbohydrates - 3g fiber, 20g protein, 124mg sodium
Dietary Restrictions: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium
Additional Info: High in protein – 20g per serving; requires the use of a large food processor or blender]]> http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/seriously-sinful-strawberry-ice-dream/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/perfect-pesto-recipe/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/perfect-pesto-recipe/#comments Fri, 16 Jan 2009 04:40:11 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=529 Simple yet classic, pesto sauce is traditionally prepared with a mortar and pestle using a combination of basil, crushed garlic, parsley, grated hard cheese, pine nuts, and a little olive oil. Although you may associate pesto sauce as a sauce for pasta, a thin coating of this sauce can breathe new life into flatbread or cooked chicken breast or fish. It can also add gusto when mixed in with your veggies.

At a Glance Info
Time to Prepare: About 10 minutes, start to finish
Nutritional Info: 1 tablespoon - 48 calories, 5g fat, <1g carbohydrates - <1g fiber, <1g protein, 11mg sodium
Diet Restrictions: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free option, Vegetarian, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Vegan option
Additional Info: High in monounsaturated ("good") fat from olive oil]]> http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/perfect-pesto-recipe/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/shopping-list-for-a-clean-eating-lifestyle/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/shopping-list-for-a-clean-eating-lifestyle/#comments Wed, 14 Jan 2009 02:11:34 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=393 With a clean diet, the three pieces of the puzzle are what to eat, when to eat, and how much to eat.

This article lists many of the foods you will want to include in your diet and can be used as a starter shopping list. Eating clean doesn't need to take more of your time, but does require conscious effort, thought, and planning... and creativity... and an open mind!]]> http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/shopping-list-for-a-clean-eating-lifestyle/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/stuffed-sweet-peppers/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/stuffed-sweet-peppers/#comments Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:42:16 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=454 Stuffed Sweet Peppers make a quick and easy meal to impress guests since they make a really attractive entrée. Spicy flavors, like those from the hot peppers included in this recipe, really help add flavor to food that might otherwise be considered bland.

Stuffed with scrambled turkey, rice, and a mixture of veggies, these stuffed peppers make an all-in-one nutritious meal you can have ready in about 30 to 35 minutes, which includes time to let it cool.

At a Glance Info
Time to Prepare: About 30-35 minutes, start to finish
Nutritional Info: 325 calories, 2.5g fat, 32g carbohydrates - 5g fiber, 44g protein, 305mg sodium
Diet Restrictions: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free option, Vegetarian option, Lower-Carb option, Low-Sodium option, Vegan option
Additional Info: High in protein, antioxidants, and capsaicin]]> http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/stuffed-sweet-peppers/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/sweet-and-sour-cucumbers/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/sweet-and-sour-cucumbers/#comments Mon, 12 Jan 2009 03:39:25 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=434 I was inspired to make a clean version of sweet and sour cucumbers when dining at a Chinese restaurant. I sampled one and found that they were really tasty but I knew they were covered with sugar, something that happens with a lot of ethnic foods that have been "Americanized." Cleaned up without the extra sugar, these make a great appetizer or a snack that will really fill you up. These cukes are really handy when you are trying to control your portions and yet still crave food. You know... those times when you just need to have something. Cucumbers are mostly water; high-water content foods make your belly feel really full. This snack will fill you up while only sneaking in 38 calories, so eat up to fill up.]]> http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/sweet-and-sour-cucumbers/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/bodybuilders%e2%80%99-trail-mix-recipe/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/bodybuilders%e2%80%99-trail-mix-recipe/#comments Fri, 09 Jan 2009 20:58:35 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=372 This recipe for Bodybuilders' Trail Mix combines oats, protein powder, nuts, dehydrated apples, and raw chocolate nibs and makes a great snack. These ingredients create a balanced mix of complex carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fat, with lots of antioxidants. I served this recently at the grand opening of Fitness Pros Wellness Center, my trainer Roc Shabazz' gym. It was a big hit with the gym members and prospective gym members, as well as the attendees from the local press and government. ]]> http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/bodybuilders%e2%80%99-trail-mix-recipe/feed/ 0 http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/the-clean-eating-lifestyle-what-to-eat/ http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/the-clean-eating-lifestyle-what-to-eat/#comments Thu, 08 Jan 2009 16:30:49 +0000 figurefoodie http://www.figurefoodie.com/?p=354 Eating clean is a lifestyle with endless possibilities of what you can eat and how you can prepare it. A clean diet includes a huge range of "clean" foods and is very inclusive, rather than exclusive. By definition, a clean food is a food that either: a) grew on a stalk/tree/bush/vine/in the dirt from an identifiable plant, or b) came directly from an identifiable animal or plant. Most clean foods don't come in boxes and don't contain any added sugars, flavors, or artificial ingredients. With any diet, what to eat is important. This article outlines what to eat and why you should eat it. ]]> http://www.figurefoodie.com/2009/01/the-clean-eating-lifestyle-what-to-eat/feed/ 0