I’m on CBS Las Vegas with tips and recipes for National Nutrition Month!
My pecan pie bars are a great snack option because they are balanced with fiber-rich carbohydrates, protein and healthy fats. Simply combine 1 part pecans and 1 part dates in a food processor, then form into bars and store in the fridge. Pecans are a nutrient-dense powerhouse. Just a handful of 19 pecan halves delivers fiber, thiamin, zinc and an excellent source of copper to support energy levels. They are also heart-check certified by the American Heart Association, and are so convenient and versatile – add them to salads, baked goods and enjoy on their own.
A healthy, balanced meal doesn’t have to be complicated – build them around protein, fiber-rich carbohydrates and healthy fats. Fish is a nutritious protein source that provides other nutrients that support brain, bone and heart health. I love Morey’s because they make it so easy. You get responsibly sourced, high-quality seafood paired with restaurant inspired marinades that is ready to cook. I cook this, serve on tortillas and make a quick coleslaw with lettuce, spicy mayo and lime juice.
A smoothie is an easy way to add a lot of nutrition to your day in one convenient beverage when you follow my “all day energy smoothie formula”. My heart-healthy chocolate smoothie– you add veggies, fruit, protein, fiber-rich fats and then your nutritious mix-ins. I add one serving of CocoaVia Cardio Health Powder which delivers 500 mg of cocoa flavanols from cocoa beans which over 20 years of research suggest can support heart and brain health when taken daily. They work by increasing the body’s natural pool of nai-tric oxide, which promotes arterial dilation and blood vessel health.
