Recent research at Johns Hopkins University shows that when lunches were
served with portions of mushrooms the participants ate 42% less calories on
average!
Ounce for ounce mushrooms have far fewer calories than meat but are just as
filling. So load up!
Mushroom Soup Recipe
Ingredients (serves 8)
1 cup dried porcini mushrooms
2 cups hot water (to soak dried mushrooms)
2 cups chicken broth
4 cups water
1 lbs button mushrooms, sliced
1 15-oz can chopped tomatoes
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 tablespoons light butter or diet margarine
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
salt & pepper to taste
Soak the porcini mushrooms in hot water for 15 minutes.
Cook onion in butter until golden brown.
Add celery and garlic, cook 5 minutes more. Transfer porcini with a slotted
spoon.
Strain soaking liquid if desired to add flavor.
Add button mushrooms, tomatoes, water and chicken broth, simmer for 10
minutes.
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Through our Family Fitness programs, parents and children discover that
exercising together is a great way to have fun and share quality time while
reaping the benefits of better health and increased vitality.
And Family Fitness doesn't stop at exercise - we can also help with diet and nutrition, relaxation
techniques, stress busting and time management strategies.... all aimed all
helping the whole family get the most out of life!
Getting families fit and helping them to enjoy the benefits of a healthier lifestyle is something we take pride in.
We love to see the changes parents and children experience as a result of including exercise in their lives: increased energy, improved sleep, better concentration, fewer aches and pains, less stress, and a happier outlook being just a few of the more common benefits.