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Lucette Talamas, dietista registrada

Nutrition is Key to a Healthy Immune...

Proper nutrition is key to maintaining a healthy immune system, which consists of various organs, cells and tissues that help fight off pathogens, like viruses...

April 1, 2020 / 2 min read

#BaptistHealthy Easy Eats: Simple Black Beans

Black beans – aka “frijoles negros” or “caraotas negras” – are a nutritious addition to a meal. Beans are a good source of protein, fiber,...

March 19, 2020 / 2 min read

#BaptistHealthy Easy Eats: No-Mayo Tuna Salad

Skip the mayo but not the flavor. The secret ingredient behind this creamy tuna fish is plain Greek yogurt. Canned tuna fish is a convenient...

February 20, 2020 / 2 min read

#BaptistHealthy Easy Eats: Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, but there’s no need to wait for the holidays to enjoy sweet potatoes. They’re crispy on the outside and...

November 19, 2019 / 2 min read

Candy Caution: Tips for a Healthy Halloween

It’s the scariest time of the year again –– time when the witch, goblin and ghost costumes come out. What may actually be more frightening is...

October 24, 2019 / 1 min read

Healthy Brunches: Do’s and Don’ts

As the weekend approaches, plans may call for a Father’s Day brunch. After all, brunch can be a great time for family and friends to...

June 13, 2019 / 3 min read

#BaptistHealthy: Tzatziki Sauce

It’s all about the sauce! Tzatziki sauce is easy to prepare and can be served with so many options. Pair it in the morning with...

June 12, 2019 / 2 min read

Healthy Recipe: Cool Cucumber Tomato Salad

Did you know that fresh, frozen, canned or dried fruits and vegetables count towards the daily recommendations of five a day?  In addition to being...

May 3, 2019 / 2 min read

Healthy Recipe: Bunny Face Brown Rice Cake...

In case you missed the piles of candy bunnies and chocolate eggs in the stores, Easter is around the corner. More holidays have become strongly...

April 18, 2019 / 2 min read

#BaptistHealthy Recipe: Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Looking for a dish to bring to a holiday potluck? Brussels sprouts are in the cruciferous vegetable family which also includes broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage. Brussels...

November 19, 2018 / 1 min read