NUTRITION ADVICE!

With all the confusing nutrition advice that is marketed on TV or in social media, it’s no wonder why we just can’t get it right! Healthy eating doesn’t have to be complicated it just needs to be learned. The media states “eat this” and “not that” which sends us into a tailspin as to what choices we should or shouldn’t make. Let’s start by eliminating unhealthy processed foods and incorporating more fruits and veggies. I know that you are saying blah blah blah my parents told me to eat veggies throughout my entire life. My question is, do you know why you should start eating these foods?

The most important reason is to give your body the nutrients that are necessary to fuel your body and feel satisfied. Did you know that these foods have nutrients to feed the body and give it balance and energy?  So, if you are looking to become healthier, why not take some veggies and bake, grill, or air fry your favorites with yummy spices with a little olive oil and cook away! This adds fiber to your meal and don’t forget to add some protein with it!                                

SWEET POTATO CHIPS

HANDS-ON 5 MIN TOTAL 1 HR SERVES 8

1 medium sweet potato, (about
8 oz.), cut into ⅛-inch-thick slices
1 Tbsp. canola oil
¼ tsp. sea salt
¼ tsp. black pepper
Mrs. Dash
onion powder
garlic powder

1. Soak sweet potato slices in a large bowl of cold water 20 minutes. Drain and pat dry with paper towels.
2. Wipe bowl dry and return sweet potatoes to it. Add oil, salt, and pepper; toss gently to coat.
3. Preheat an air fryer to 350°F.
4. Lightly coat fryer basket with cooking spray. Working in batches,
arrange sweet potatoes in a single layer in basket. Cook, turning over every 5 minutes, until cooked through and crispy, about 15 minutes. Using tongs, carefully transfer chips to a plate. Repeat with remaining sweet potatoes.
5. Let chips cool 5 minutes. (Chips keep in an airtight plastic container up to 3 days.)