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How to Buy Ground Turkey
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Not all ground turkey is healthy. In fact, dark turkey meat has twice the fat of white meat. Look for ground turkey that contains only white meat from the breast.
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How to Choose Chocolate
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The best candy bar is made of dark chocolate, not milk chocolate. Medical studies show that dark chocolate is full of flavonoids that may help prevent cancer and reduce your risk of heart disease.
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How to Choose Peanut Butter Video
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Peanut butter is a healthy food when it's not filled with hydrogenated oils and sugar. Spread peanut butter on apple slices or use in smoothies for a healthy, high protein snack.
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How to Cook Mashed Potatoes
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Mashed potatoes without butter and milk? This low calorie recipe uses low sodium chicken broth and trans fat free margarine to make quick and easy healthy mashed potatoes.
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How to Cut an Avocado Video
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Instead of mayonnaise, spread avocado on your sandwich. Avocado has 75 percent less fat and calories than mayo. The healthy fats in avocados are the same type found in olive oil.
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How To Make Lemon Juice
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Fresh lemon juice will boost flavor without adding fat. Lemon juice is loaded with vitamin C. It livens up fish dishes, fruit salads and steamed vegetables, such as broccoli, peas or greens.
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How to Peel Beets
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The red color of beets is intense and beautiful on the plate ... but not on your hands. Here's an easy tip to keep your hands clean when you peel fresh beets.
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How to Pick the Best Berry
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Here's a quick easy primer on how to choose and store the best berry. Use these tips for all berries, including blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries.
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How to Roast Beets
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Beets are so good for you, one food author calls them the "red spinach." Healthy beets are rich in potassium and folate. Their earthy flavor pairs nicely with peaches or orange slices for an easy salad.
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How to Sort Dried Beans
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High protein and full of fiber, beans are a versatile, no cholesterol heart healthy food. Whether used in a hearty soup, a healthy dip, or a refreshing salad, beans add great flavor to any dish.
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How to Store Dried Herbs and Spices
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Cook with herbs and spices to boost flavor without adding fat and calories. Cayenne, garlic, sage, ginger and cinnamon are a few herbs and spices that help make low calorie, low fat healthy recipes.
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How to Use Canned Tomatoes
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Use canned tomatoes in healthy recipes for everything from chili to pasta sauce. They are easy to keep on hand, and you'll get the great health benefits of fresh tomatoes.
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