Bonjour! Have Some Healthy Frech Onion Soup

When the “soupe du jour” is French onion, you can not help but imagine the delicious but terrible nutrition facts that come along with it.

Luckily, Diet.com has provided us with an amazing recipe that tastes just as good as a “restaurant-style” French onion soup! This soup can make an excellent lunch or dinner without packing on the fat and the calories. Bon appétit!

French Onion Soup - Recipe

By: http://www.diet.com/

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon light margarine or spread
• 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
• 5 1/2 cups water
• 5 teaspoons low sodium beef bouillon granules
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 3 slices crusty French bread
• 3 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese

Directions:

1. Melt margarine in a medium saucepan over low-heat. Add onion, cover and cook for 20 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally.


2. Add water, bouillon and Worcestershire, stirring well. Cover and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.


3. Top each slice of bread with 1 tablespoon of parmesan and toast until cheese is melted. Place 1 bread slice on top of each serving of soup.

Nutrition Information:

Servings: 3
Calories: 137
Fat: 4 grams
Saturated Fat: 2 grams
Carbohydrates: 21 grams
Sodium: 292 mg
Protein: 4 grams
Fiber: 1 gram

* Click here for other healthy soup recipes by Diet.com.

New Diet Pill: Is Alli Your Alli?

Most of us "weight conscious" people have already heard of the very first non-prescription weight-loss drug, approved by

the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA),

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Personally, I have heard that the drug is a huge success.

However I also heard that if not properly taken it may cause

uncomfortable side-effects.

Watch this video for a brief overview about the drug...

Remember:

Before taking any medication, it is imperative to check with your doctor and

learn everything you can about the drug.

For more information click here, or

check out the Alli community message board where everyday people voice their opinions and experience about Alli.

Good luck!

New Study: Cheers to a Healthy Cocktail!

According to a new study from researchers in the US and Thailand found that natural fruit combined with alcohol actually benefits your health. Moreover, Steven Daniells of http://www.nutraingredients.coml/ states that powerful antioxidants in strawberries and blackberries are enhanced when combined with ethanol. Ethanol is a type of alcohol that is found in vodka, rum, and tequila, among others.

Lead author, Dr. Korakot Chanjirakul reported this study in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture. He and his colleagues at Kasetsart University in Thailand and scientists at the U.S. Department of Agriculture discovered this phenomenon while testing ways on how to keep strawberries fresher, longer.

As stated in an article on Reuters.com, since the level of the antioxidants in the berries intensifies when blended with alcohol, this lowers your risk of heart disease, cancer, and neurological diseases.

While this study proves to be a fantastic excuse to have a luscious frozen daiquiri, it is still recommended to go easy on the alcohol.

Be sure to use fresh fruit only, just keep in mind that just one shot of rum has 97 calories, not to mention the affect alcohol can have on your liver and other parts of your body.

Curb Your Cravings

According to the “Health Handbook” section of Glamour magazine Keri Glassman, R.D., a New York nutritionist shared her research on our nagging little cravings.

You know those spontaneous desires you have for cookie dough or chocolate fudge ice cream? Or how about french fries or fried chicken?

Glassman says, when you find yourself having cravings such as these, “your body may be trying to tell you something about your diet.”

Here are some cravings we all can relate with, and the reason behind them while attempting a diet plan…

Salty or greasy foods:
When our bodies desire these types of foods, it may be our body telling us that we are relatively dehydrated. “Salt holds water in,” says Glassman. “Your body may be trying to hang onto the fluids it’s got.” It is recommended to be sure to consume as much water as you can.

Candy or chocolate:
Before you give in to the sweet indulgence of these treats, consider the fact that your body may really need protein. Since protein slowly releases energy, without the nutrient your body will call out for a “quick-fix” to increase your blood sugar instead. In a situation like this, enjoy a serving of yogurt. With this, you can satisfy your sweet-tooth and add 24 percent of your body’s daily protein.

Pasta, bread, or rice:
When you find yourself craving these carbohydrates this may mean that you are simply not eating a well-balanced diet. Try to keep track of what you eat throughout the day in a diet-diary, and aim for a minimum of 1,200 calories a day.

For more tips on curbing your cravings go here.

Grapefruit = Weight-loss: Not a Myth

In 2005, the Nutrition and Metabolic Research Center at Scripps Clinic led by Dr. Ken Fujioka, conducted a 12-week study where 100 overweight people tested the experiment. They discovered that by eating a half of grapefruit or drinking a serving of the natural juice before each meal, three times a day helped them lose more than three pounds in three months.

According to Mary Shomon, of About.com, “The grapefruit diet is alive and well!”

Her article also explains how the fruit is high in fiber, water content, and has a low glycemic load. As a result, it reduces the impact on your blood sugar levels which helps to keep your metabolism under control and promotes weight loss.

"Our study shows grapefruit can play a vital role in overall health and wellness, and in battling America's ever-growing obesity epidemic," stated Dr. Fujioka. "Whether it's the properties of grapefruit or its ability to satiate appetites, grapefruit appeared to help with weight loss and decreased insulin levels leading to better health. It's good the 'Grapefruit Diet' never lost its popularity among the public."

H2O Challenge: Vitamin Water Contest

If you are a vitamin water junkie, than take a look at this video.

I personally recommend the cool, natural, and refreshing taste of regular spring water, but if you must have that vitamin-kick added to your H2O, then please choose wisely...