C&J Nutrition
Welcome to our page! We want to make healthy eating delicious...and fun... and actually doable! Whether you're super busy, clueless in the kitchen, or in need of a little motivation , we've got what you're looking for.
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July 2006
 
C&J Nutrition

C&J Nutrition We tend to eat more of foods when there is a wider variety of that particular food -- so stock up on an assortment of the foods you want to get more of (veggies, fruit, beans, etc.) and keep only one option around for foods that you have trouble limiting (chips, crackers, etc.) or want to eat less of (treats).

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Here are some savory options for fast breakfasts that are car-friendly......
Brandy
Brandy
I like how you incorporate coffee into each breakfast idea.
Mon at 2:02pm
Jared Thompson
Jared Thompson
I too enjoy the coffee incorporation!
Mon at 8:43pm
Brandy

Brandy I often am running out the door in the mornings and don't have time to make breakfast. Do you have any suggestions for a quick breakfast I can eat in the car and isn't sweet (I am tired of power bars). Thanks!

November 6 at 10:24pm · Report
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C&J Nutrition
We put together some on-the-go breakfast ideas in today's note... there are both savory and sweet ideas! Let us know if these help!
Mon at 9:43am
Brandy
Brandy
You are wonderful! I will try these this week.
Mon at 1:57pm
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C&J Nutrition
Want a crunchy snack that delivers protein, fiber, and satisfies either a salty or sweet craving? Baked chickpeas! Rinse & drain a can of chickpeas.Toss w cooking spray and sprinkle w chili powder & cumin OR cinnamon & brown sugar. Bake at 400 degrees for 25 minutes, then mix in a 1/4 cup nuts (hazelnuts, pistachios, e...tc.) & bake for 10-15 more minutes until browned & crunchy! 1/2 cup runs around 150 calories.Read More

November 5 at 2:12pm
Brandy
Brandy
I just made 3 different kinds: Kosher Salt & Pepper, Curry, and Cinnamon & Sugar. Winner at my house....Kosher Salt & Pepper! Great Tip!!!
November 6 at 10:14pm
C&J Nutrition
C&J Nutrition
Yum! I'll have to try that. I might also try a Parmesan-garlic flavor... I'll let you know how it turns out.
November 7 at 4:34am
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C&J Nutrition Many cereals have loads of added sugar, which can add up to unwanted (and empty) calories. Choose cereal w less than 5 grams of sugar per 100 calories. You'll need to do some math, since serving sizes (and calories) vary from brand to brand. A few that make the cut: Shredded wheat, Cheerios, Wheat Chex, Kashi Heart to Heart original, Barbara’s Shredded Spoonfuls multigrain, & Nature’s Path Heritage Flakes

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C&J Nutrition
Reduced fat (2%) milk is not the same as low-fat (1%) milk -- in fact, 2% only has 25 fewer calories,3.2g of fat less per glass than whole milk! 8 oz. of whole milk has 146 calories, 7.9g of fat (4.6g saturated); 2% has 121 calories, 4.7g fat (3.1g sat). Switch to 1% or skim and you'll save LOTS of calories and fat. 8... oz. 1% milk: 102 calories, 2.6g fat (1.5g sat); nonfat skim milk: 83 calories, 0g fat (0g sat).Read More

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C&J Nutrition
We were surprised to find some of our fave Halloween candy (boo Tootsie Rolls!) has trans fat! Be a savvy label reader & limit candy w "partially hydrogenated oil" in the ingredients -- even if the nutrition facts panel says "0g trans fat". A few w trans fat: Tootsie Rolls, Whoppers, Sugar Daddy, Milk Duds, Snickers. A... few without: Smarties, Hershey's Kisses, Hot Tamales... & remember, moderation! Happy Halloween :)Read More

October 30 at 8:06pm
Ana Barreras
Ana Barreras
Not HOT TAMALES!! MY FAVORITE!!!
October 30 at 10:17pm
C&J Nutrition
C&J Nutrition
I know, mine too! Good ol' Hot Tamales...no trans fat!
October 31 at 1:45pm
Brandy

Brandy My brother turned me on to your page...It ROCKS! Great ideas...but you knew that :-)

October 30 at 8:01pm · Report
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C&J Nutrition
Thank you very much! That is REALLY nice to hear... we'll keep them coming! =)
November 2 at 7:47am
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Jared Thompson
Jared Thompson
that is really good press! tweeting your food and meals helps me when i'm looking for something to eat that's healthy and not a casserole
October 30 at 8:48am
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C&J Nutrition
If you can't live without cream in your coffee and whole or 2% milk on your cereal, invest in a box of nonfat dry milk (invest might be a bit strong...it'll run you about 3 or 4 bucks...) Stir a spoonful into coffee or tea in place of cream, or mix a spoonful into nonfat skim milk or 1% milk before pouring over cereal.... You'll be pleasantly surprised how much your new leaner milk tastes like your old milk/cream!Read More

October 29 at 11:13am
C&J Nutrition
C&J Nutrition
Nope! The only thing they remove from nonfat dry milk is the water-- so when you put it into coffee, you're not watering down the coffee at all (same with adding it to nonfat milk). Just make sure that you're getting nonfat dry milk and not one of the powdered "snack shakes"... the labels somtimes look a lot alike! The only ingredient in your package of nonfat dry milk should be nonfat milk. :)
October 31 at 2:33pm
Brandy
Brandy
Thanks!
October 31 at 9:43pm
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C&J Nutrition If you rush while driving, you’re more likely to get into an accident. Rush through a project at work, and you’re more likely to make a mistake. Eating is no different. Make the time to slow down at meals and really pay attention, and you’ll be more likely to make better choices re: the foods you choose and how much you eat!

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C&J Nutrition Want some inspiration to take your lunch to work more often? Buy a set of nice containers in various sizes, an insulated bag, and an ice pack or two. Having containers to put your food in that keep it fresh and un-smooshed (and prevent foods that shouldn't be combined from mixing during your commute) makes it much more appealing to bring lunches from home!

October 26 at 8:01am
Sean Jewell
Sean Jewell
You guys are awesome. It's like having a friend I ALWAYS agree with. Good job.
October 26 at 7:17pm
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C&J Nutrition
Sean + C&J Nutrition = BFFF (Best Food Friends Forever) =)
October 27 at 8:30am
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C&J Nutrition Like throwing seeds and nuts into your cereal, oatmeal, salads, etc.? Feel like you've tried them all? Give hemp seed hearts and hemp seed butter a whirl! Not only do they provide heart-friendly fats but they're also a source of complete protein (11g protein in 2 Tbsp!)... just go easy on your serving size, these little guys pack in 160 calories per 2 Tbsp.

Ana Barreras

Ana Barreras Hey Willow! I had a question from a student in class at CNM last week about whether or not hemp seed is a complete protein. I have looked on WebMD and Pubmed and cannot seem to find the answer. I have found conflicting info and many websites which try to sell the product. Help please!

October 21 at 6:26pm · Report
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C&J Nutrition
Shout out to hemp seed expert (and RD!) Cassandra Forsythe PhD for clarifying this once and for all -- you're SO right, the web has completely conflicting information. Hemp seeds do provide complete protein, as illustrated in Physicochemical and functional properties of hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) protein isolate. Tang CH, Ten Z, Wang XS, Yang XQ. J Agric Food Chem. 2006 Nov 15;54(23):8945-50.
October 23 at 11:26am
Ana Barreras
Ana Barreras
Thanks for the help!
October 26 at 12:10pm
C&J Nutrition
C&J Nutrition
Anytime! =)
October 27 at 3:02pm
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C&J Nutrition Omelets aren't just for breakfast -- get creative with omelets for a satisfying (and fast!) lunch/dinner. We like reduced fat cheese (or a small portion of a really flavorful full fat cheese like smoked gouda or aged Parmesan) in our omelets w lots of veggies and protein like tofu/veggie burger, canned salmon, grilled chicken, etc. Pair it with a piece of whole grain toast and you've got a balanced meal!