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Swiss Chard 3 Why it's good for you: Swiss chard gives you a lot of bang for your calorie buck- just 15 calories in two cups. Plus, it provides a boost of ﬁber, magnesium and vitamins A and K. Like all greens, it is a heart-healthy addition to your diet. What it tastes like: Do you like beets? Then you'll like Swiss chard. "Darker greens like Swiss chard do have a stronger taste proﬁle than iceberg or romaine," Thayer says. "It's a good ﬂavor, just different." How to eat it: After sautéeing it, add apples or dried cherries for a sweet and sour mixture, Thayer suggests. And, as with other leafy greens, you can add it to salads or sandwiches, or even mix it into a smoothie or a soup. online What About Iceberg Lettuce? This crispy-crunchy salad staple has a bad rap. "i kind of feel sorry for it- there's nothing wrong with it," says April Morgan, a registered dietitian with north Mississippi Medical Center-West Point. True, you'll get more nutrients from darker leafy greens, but iceberg still has plenty to offer. it's very low in calories because it's mostly water, so it can help keep you hydrated. Plus, it offers some vitamin A, C and K, and its mild taste suits a variety of palates. if the stronger flavors of darker greens turn you off, try using iceberg as your salad base and slowly incorporating assorted greens. "There are so many different vegetables out there with a whole range of tastes," Morgan says. "Don't be afraid to try different combinations and see what works." Reach Your Nutrition Goals Need help getting started? North Mississippi Medical Center Wellness Centers can help. Visit www.nmhs. net/tupelo_wellness_ nutrition_corner.php for monthly nutrition tips and recipes your family will love. WI NTER 2013 23 http://www.nmhs.net/tupelo_wellness_nutrition_corner.php http://www.nmhs.net/tupelo_wellness_nutrition_corner.php

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Vim & Vigor - Winter 2013 - North Mississippi

Vim & Vigor - Winter 2013 - North Mississippi
Contents
Opening Thoughts
The Weight Is Over
For Your Convenience
Got Excuses?
Managing Your Health with a DIY Tool Kit
Is It the Stress Talking?
The Wonderful World of Greens
Knee-to-Know Basics
On the Cover
Run for Your Life
14 Good-for-You Gifts
Special Delivery
Virtual Health
A Special Kind of Care
High Marks
A Dose of Prevention
Catch the Spirit

Vim & Vigor - Winter 2013 - North Mississippi