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Back on Track: Grill Veggies For the Week
Summer weather is winding down, so it's time to grill as much as you can before it gets too chilly. Since I don't always have time to light up the grill after work, I like to grill up a bunch of veggies on Sunday so I'll have extra for the week. They taste great on their own, mixed with pasta, as a pizza topping, or in a sandwich.
Hot Dog vs. Tofu Pup
What's a barbecue without a hot dog? If you're a meat eater, you'll most likely go for a regular beef hot dog, but if you're a vegetarian, you'll go for the alternative, the Tofu Pup.
If you're wondering how the two compare nutritionally, aside from the meatless one being cholesterol-free, then read more
How to Prevent Overeating at Barbecues
If you're headed to a barbecue this weekend, arm yourself with these tips from fellow FitSugar readers on how to prevent overindulging on all the good eats.
- Hottpink says, "I make sure I eat a little something healthy before I go. If I arrive at the BBQ starving then I have a harder time controlling myself!!"
- "I bring something that is healthy that I know I like and try to fill up more on that.
Veggie Burger Breakdown
If you're watching your saturated fat and cholesterol intake, veggie burgers are a great option when grilling. According to my burger poll, many of you actually prefer them. There are so many different brands and flavors out there now, the selection can be a little overwhelming.
BBQ Condiments and Fixings Quiz
When I go to a barbecue, I rarely eat a hamburger without cheese, or a hot dog without ketchup. The condiments and fixings just make the meal, don't they? They problem is they aren't void of calories, fat, or sodium, so take this little quiz to see how they measure up.
Barbecue Food Breakdown
This Fourth of July, you're most likely going to at least one barbecue if not two. Before you eat one of every grilled item offered, you should know the nutritional info of your basic barbecue fare. The numbers may surprise you.
How Many Calories Are You Grillin' Up?
Memorial Day is Monday, and for many people that means it's barbecue time. Before you head out for the eating frenzy, do you know which foods are lowest in calories? Take this quiz to find out.
Healthy Dishes For Barbecues
Barbecues are a great way to chill out with your friends, but they can be a disaster for your waistline. Be proactive and bring dishes you know are healthy, so you'll have something to eat. Here are some ideas.
Is Mayonnaise a Magnet for Salmonella?
There are bound to be barbecues a plenty this Fourth of July weekend. With this tainted tomato scare, I for one definitely have salmonella on my mind. I typically associate mayo with food poisoning, since people tend to leave this condiment, and the food it's added to, out for long periods of time.
Veggie Burger Breakdown
The Fourth of July is just around the corner, and I'm sure you're gearing up for some BBQs. If you're watching your saturated fat and cholesterol intake, veggie burgers are a great option. And according to my burger poll many of you prefer veggie burgers, too.
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