Category: Diet & Recipes

Jen Fit Recipes: Baked Stuffed Peppers

/ Posted 05.05.2013

I have to admit, I got the idea for this recipe from one of my male bodybuilding friends. He posted … continue reading

Jen Fit Recipes: Peach Melba Snack

/ Posted 03.20.2013

During the summer and fall I can’t get enough peaches. It’s hard for me to see the warm months go … continue reading

Blackened Tilapia Tacos

/ Posted 02.15.2013

I absolutely love fish tacos, but it took me years to try them because when I was younger, they seemed … continue reading

What I’ve Learned About Diets

/ Posted 01.30.2013

I’m now past 40, and having more than a couple of decades of experience under my belt, I’m often asked … continue reading

Turkey Meatloaf Muffins

/ Posted 12.25.2012

What’s more convenient than a recipe that uses a single mixing bowl? A recipe that uses a single mixing bowl … continue reading

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

/ Posted 11.14.2012

Who says that we have to wait for fall to enjoy pumpkin? Packed with vitamin A and found conveniently on … continue reading

Orange Almond Biscotti

/ Posted 10.20.2012

Most fitness buffs I know relish a little jolt of caffeine now and then. I know that I get downright … continue reading

Lemon Protein Bars

/ Posted 09.24.2012

Ever spent hours scouring the healthy section of the grocery store for a protein bar that would not only taste … continue reading

Is This Bittersweet Citrus Orb a Superfruit?

/ Posted 09.23.2012

Years ago there was something called the Grapefruit Diet, a.k.a. the Hollywood Diet. It was touted as a miracle, able … continue reading

Cinnamon-Swirl Protein Bread

/ Posted 08.22.2012

Holy wow! A cinnamon-swirl bread that tastes this good and is healthy? The only thing better than the aroma of … continue reading

3-Bean Turkey Chili

/ Posted 07.26.2012

One of the most common complaints I hear about extra-lean ground turkey is that it’s devoid of flavor, and although … continue reading

Protein Pudding

/ Posted 06.10.2012

There are some things that just don’t go together—cat fur and suntan lotion, Black Sabbath and sleeping children, bodybuilding and … continue reading

Tuna Walnut Salad

/ Posted 05.10.2012

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential, but our bodies do not produce them on their own—which means you have to get … continue reading

Sweet Shrimp and Red Pepper Stir Fry

/ Posted 04.18.2012

Eating the right vegetables can give you more energy, a sharper memory and smooth, glowing skin. For example, you can … continue reading

Macadamia-Nut-Crusted Mahimahi

/ Posted 03.15.2012

We’ve all been there. You had a bad day, so you reach for the chips and cookies. Stress weakens your … continue reading

Go Nuts Every Day

/ Posted 02.26.2012

Eating nuts every day could help control type 2 diabetes and prevent its complications. David Jenkins, from the University of … continue reading

Very Berry Parfait

/ Posted 02.10.2012

“Like I said before, I never repeat myself.” We’ve all been there: trying to answer those daily questions that bombard … continue reading

Broccoli Compound Selectively Targets Cancer Cells

/ Posted 01.24.2012

Sulforaphane, a primary phytochemical found in broccoli, cauliflower and other cruciferous vegetables, is an inhibitor of histone deacetylase enzymes. HDAC … continue reading

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Cauliflower Mashed Faux-tatoes

/ Posted 01.13.2012

South Beach, Atkins and the Zone are all diets that call for low to no carbs, which can leave you … continue reading

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Getting Back Into Bodybuilding, Part 2

/ Posted 01.02.2012

Part 1 of my answer to the following question appeared in last month’s column. Here is the question again and … continue reading

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Strawberry Sundae

/ Posted 12.14.2011

Treating your sweet tooth shouldn’t leave you feeling guilty. Healthful dessert alternatives are out there. Just beware of the false … continue reading

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Powerhouse Salad

/ Posted 11.25.2011

One-third of all cancer deaths may be diet related, says the National Cancer Institute. Meal time should not be what … continue reading

Protein-powered ice cream

/ Posted 10.20.2011

Motivation lacking lately? Solve your gym slump with some ice cream. Protein powder has been the leader in the pre- … continue reading

Cilantro-Lime Beef Tacos

/ Posted 09.08.2011

The benefits are endless when it comes to vitamin C. You can find it in fresh fruits and vegetables or … continue reading

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Baked Sweet Potato Fries

/ Posted 08.28.2011

Burger and fries. Peanut butter and jelly. Pancakes and syrup. Great things often come in pairs but usually end up … continue reading

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