About Healthy Monday: Skip The Drive-Thru Tonight

From Elizabeth Scott, M.S., your About Healthy Monday Editor

As a busy working mom, I know firsthand the lure of the drive-thru: it's becoming more and more difficult for today's families to find the time to cook healthy meals at home, and sometimes less time cooking means more time to spend relaxing as a family, preparing for tomorrow, or even just unwinding from a stressful day. Unfortunately, most fast-food offerings may save time, but there is a trade-off: fast food can be quite unhealthy, and eating out can be expensive. This Monday, if you are a frequent drive-thru patron, we encourage you to try a few new recipes that are quick as well as healthy, or find a few 'in case of emergency' healthy fast food choices so you can save money and safeguard your health without sacrificing too much of your valuable time. Here are some ideas that may become new favorites. --Elizabeth Scott

Fast, Simple Recipes

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If You Must: Healthier Fast Food Options

Sometimes the drive-thru really is your best option, particularly if you follow a few rules to keep sugar and other carbs to a minimum. Here are some important guidelines that can help you to make healthier diet choices no matter where you are, from Laura Dolson, our expert in low carb diets. Read more
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