Tasty foods that are also good for you (no really!) - Page 2

08-16-2007, 07:43 AM

Actually, a lot of my friends in Commonwealth countries *do* like thier Weetabix with yogurt. Unfortunately, US yogurt is totally different than UK yogurt, so it's not quite the same effect here. I like to put vanilla soymilk on mine.

It can be a bit tough to find; usually health food stores stock it. It comes in cakes that you crumble up for loose cereal. A lot of people compare it to shredded wheat, but it's really more like the "bran" in Raisin Bran. You really have to try it to get it. It's also really good whole, with butter and jam.

Linsey Knerl · 08-16-2007, 12:41 PM

I'm reading this while eating handfuls of Fritos Brand Honey BBQ Flavor Twists straight out of the bag.... I should be flogged.

Sarah Winfrey · 08-16-2007, 12:47 PM

I love TJ's flattened bananas! And they're gone from my store. That was a sad, sad day.

alex · 12-21-2007, 11:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Will

Another recommendation I have is Stonyfield's Organic YoBaby Yogurt. I know Paul tells us that a lot of this organic stuff is a scam, but putting that aside, this yogurt taste just like pudding! Hmmm... I wonder if it goes well with some Weetabix.

It has milk in it. It's NOT good for you.

Will · 12-22-2007, 01:13 AM

They make a soy version too.

How do you make yogurt out of soy?

(waves at Alex)

frozemud · 12-26-2007, 01:32 PM

I love hummus. I used to think it was just hippie food, but I discovered how good it is with all kinds of healthy stuff to dip. We get Sabra brand in different flavors from the grocery store: greek olive, red pepper, garlic, pine nut, habanero. One day I intend to branch out and make my own from scratch. Sabra is good, but I think homemade would be even better.

Greg · 12-26-2007, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by frozemud

I love hummus.

Hummus is great on bagel chips. Also olive tapenade, which is readily available at your local megamart.

kav122 · 12-28-2007, 04:55 AM

I LOVE craisens (sp?). If they are bad, then please don't tell me, because I have myself they are good for me

I know they have sugar in them because they are sweet, but I would think that they would still be better for me than some of the junk I could be eating. I also keep veggies (even frozen veggies work) on hand and dump some (extra) into ANY food that I make.

davoscat · 12-28-2007, 07:22 PM

I think craisins (think cranberry-raisins... crai-sins

) are good for you as long as it isn't too sweet.

Here's a recipe for sugar-free craisins!

kav122 · 12-28-2007, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by davoscat

I think craisins (think cranberry-raisins... crai-sins

) are good for you as long as it isn't too sweet.

Here's a recipe for sugar-free craisins!

AWESOME~~I still have a bag of cranberries left over from Christmas!!! I am going to make some after I get back from vacation! I'll let you know how they turn out

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08-16-2007, 07:43 AM	#11
Justin Ryan Posts: n/a	Actually, a lot of my friends in Commonwealth countries do like thier Weetabix with yogurt. Unfortunately, US yogurt is totally different than UK yogurt, so it's not quite the same effect here. I like to put vanilla soymilk on mine. It can be a bit tough to find; usually health food stores stock it. It comes in cakes that you crumble up for loose cereal. A lot of people compare it to shredded wheat, but it's really more like the "bran" in Raisin Bran. You really have to try it to get it. It's also really good whole, with butter and jam.

08-16-2007, 12:41 PM	#12
Linsey Knerl Wise Bread Blogger Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 72 Reputation: (21)	I'm reading this while eating handfuls of Fritos Brand Honey BBQ Flavor Twists straight out of the bag.... I should be flogged.

08-16-2007, 12:47 PM	#13
Sarah Winfrey Wise Bread Blogger Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 11 Reputation: (20)	I love TJ's flattened bananas! And they're gone from my store. That was a sad, sad day.

12-22-2007, 01:13 AM	#15
Will Administrator Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 339 Reputation: (19)	They make a soy version too. How do you make yogurt out of soy? (waves at Alex)

12-26-2007, 01:32 PM	#16
frozemud Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 50 Reputation: (10)	I love hummus. I used to think it was just hippie food, but I discovered how good it is with all kinds of healthy stuff to dip. We get Sabra brand in different flavors from the grocery store: greek olive, red pepper, garlic, pine nut, habanero. One day I intend to branch out and make my own from scratch. Sabra is good, but I think homemade would be even better.

12-28-2007, 04:55 AM	#18
kav122 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 444 Reputation: (186)	I LOVE craisens (sp?). If they are bad, then please don't tell me, because I have myself they are good for me I know they have sugar in them because they are sweet, but I would think that they would still be better for me than some of the junk I could be eating. I also keep veggies (even frozen veggies work) on hand and dump some (extra) into ANY food that I make.

12-28-2007, 07:22 PM	#19
davoscat Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 78 Reputation: (14)	I think craisins (think cranberry-raisins... crai-sins ) are good for you as long as it isn't too sweet. Here's a recipe for sugar-free craisins!