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Simple healthy veggie bowl recipe

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Simple healthy veggie bowl recipe

Ingredients:

– 1 cup quinoa or brown rice

– 1 tablespoon olive oil

– 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, zucchini)

– 1 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)

– 1 avocado, sliced

– 2 tablespoons hummus

– 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

– Salt and pepper to taste

– Fresh herbs for garnish (such as parsley or cilantro)

Instructions:

1. Cook quinoa or brown rice according to package instructions. Set aside.

2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add mixed vegetables and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

3. Add chickpeas to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.

4. To assemble the bowls, divide cooked quinoa or brown rice among serving bowls. Top with the sautéed vegetables and chickpeas.

5. Add sliced avocado and a dollop of hummus to each bowl.

6. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

8. Enjoy your delicious and nutritious veggie bowl!

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What about calories

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Taking in calories

One of my friends wants to lose weight and wants to know what my thoughts are on eating only 1,000 calories per day. Honestly, I think that’s a little low. Although it is likely to assist you in losing weight, it may also exacerbate your health problems.

The most important thing you should do if you are attempting to lose weight is to consult with your physician or dietitian before making such drastic changes to your calorie intake. I have included some general information regarding calories in the following paragraphs.

You should eat calories based on your age, gender, height, weight, and activity level. Most adults need 1,500 to 2,000 calories per day to maintain their weight, but individual factors can vary widely. Creating a calorie deficit will help you lose weight by eating fewer calories than you burn. In contrast, if you’re aiming for weight gain, you should consume more calories than you burn.

To support overall health, it’s important to consume a balanced diet that includes a variety of nutrient-dense foods. Calories alone do not determine the nutritional value of your diet.

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Get your veggie on

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Eat your greens

Maintaining good health requires the consumption of vegetables. Veggies are loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber that maintain the health of our bodies. Veggies can help maintain weight, reduce chronic diseases, and promote overall health. Moreover, vegetables contain antioxidants that fight free radical damage to the body. Improve your health and well-being by adding vegetables to your diet.

Include vegetables in every meal to boost your diet. Increase your daily intake with a side salad or vegetable breakfast omelet. Snacking on vegetables is another way to get more vegetables. Adding hummus or guacamole to carrots, celery, or bell peppers makes for the perfect snack. The variety of delicious and healthy vegetable options makes them easy to eat.

Go eat your veggies

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