Today on CBS Las Vegas NOW, I share four simple ways to spring clean your diet so that you feel your best this season!
Tip 1: spring clean your breakfast by building them around plant protein and whole grains.
Toast is an easy way to do that! I used the three new Organic Gluten-Free Loaves by Little Northern Bakehouse which are made with whole grains and seeds, are allergy friendly and free from eggs and dairy but have the delicious taste and texture you would want in bread. You can find them in the refrigerated section in most natural grocery stores. For protein, I added hummus, crunchy chickpeas and peanut butter.nA loaf of bread can be used in countless recipes – from sandwiches to breadcrumbs and Little Northern Bakehouse is a great option if you looking for something gluten-free, allergy-friendly and organic.
Tip 2: My next tip is to spring clean your snacks by building them around protein, produce and healthy dips.
My snack boxes check all those boxes with whole grain crackers, bean chips, cheese, and fresh produce. For the dips, I am adding Fresh Cravings salsa and creamy hummus which are nutrient-dense dips with a short list of high quality whole food ingredients. The new fresh cravings Hummus comes in different flavors including classic and roasted red bell pepper and offers a balanced mix of good fats, fiber and plant protein from Chilean extra virgin olive oil, NON-GMO chickpeas and savory tahini. Find both in the refrigerated section in the produce department at Smith’s.
Tip 3: My next tip is to spring clean your meals by going plant based.
Plant based meals will naturally be lower in saturated fat and higher in key nutrients like fiber, vitamin C and phytonutrients. This zucchini noodle bolognese is made with pea protein grounds by Fry’s who makes award-winning frozen meat alternatives that you can find at sprouts. All the fry’s products including the Chick’N Nuggets, The Big Fry Burger, Chick’N patties and Breakfast Links are good sources of plant protein and naturally low in saturated fat and cholesterol free.
For busy weekdays, my make ahead vegetarian burrito bowl is a great option. Add brown rice, black beans, corn, sautéed bell pepper and red onion , salsa & LikeMeat’s plant-based Like chick’n from Sprouts. All the LikeMeat Like Chick’n products including the chicken nuggets, chicken pieces, grilled chicken and bbq chicken are made with authentic flavors and texture, high quality ingredients and are plant-based, non-gmo and gluten and dairy free. Both the LikeMeat and Fry’s plant-based products make easy swaps for family favorite recipes like BBQ Chicken sandwiches to pasta dishes.
Tip 4: My last tip is to spring clean your desserts by satisfying sweet cravings with less added sugar.
For chocolate lovers, the new candy bites by Quest are a delicious option. Each Candy Bite is bite-sized and packed with rich chocolatey flavor, gooey caramel, and nutty crunch with less than 1g of sugar and 1g net carbs so you can satisfy your sweet tooth at home or on the go. You can find the Quest Candy Bites at Questnutrition.com and many retailers nationwide including Target.
