Anti-aging never tasted so great! What a way to start the day—or you can enjoy this flavorful feast at any hour. Packed with muscle building, carb burning potassium. This fruity concoction is a meal in itself. Power up and drink up!

1 cup plain low fat yogurt
1 small banana
½ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
½ cup 50% less sugar orange juice
1 tsp. ground flaxseed
1 tsp. wheat germ
1 scoop whey protein (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla

Directions
Process all ingredients in blender until smooth. Pour into pre-chilled glass and enjoy!

Health Benefits: High in vitamin E, blueberries are rich in anti-oxidants that protect all cells of the body, including the heart, circulatory system, skin, hair and nails. Wheat germ provides a multitude of minerals including zinc and iron. The banana provides ample potassium while the yogurt gives it a creamy consistency that makes this vitamin rich drink taste like dessert.

This dish is simple to prepare and offers plenty of protein. Use oat bran instead of flour to add soluble fiber to your meal. Make extra to store in your fridge for a quick snack. I love salmon patties with a salad, rice or sweet potatoes. It’s also super delicious with a little unsweetened applesauce. Yummy!

One 7.5 oz can red salmon, drained
¼ cup diced onion
¼ cup diced red bell pepper
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
1 egg
1/3 cup oat bran
1 tsp. olive oil

Directions
1. In a medium bowl, drain salmon and remove extra fatty skin, mash with fork.
2. Add onion, parsley, pepper, egg and oat bran.
3. Mix well.
4. Shape into 4-inch patties.
5. In medium skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
6. Cook patties until brown, 3 minutes per side.

Health Benefits: Low in saturated fat and calories with an exceptional nutritional value found in very few foods. Chock-full of omega-3 fatty acids and high in protein, salmon has anti-inflammatory benefits that help to protect the heart and helps maintain the integrity of our immune and circulatory systems. The oat bran adds soluble fiber to your meal that helps to lower cholesterol while the red bell pepper is full of vitamins A and C.

Try to eat cold-water fish, such as salmon, mackerel or herring at least twice a week for the best health benefits.

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This is a delicious recipe that is meant for sharing. Bake one and take it into the office or classroom. Serve it to your family for a breakfast treat or snack. Remember: Life is all about balance. Moderation is key. Don’t sabotage all that hard work for something sweet.

2 cups all purpose flour
½ cup applesauce
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
½ cup wheat germ or flax seed
2 large eggs or 4 egg whites
2 large ripe bananas, mashed
1/3cup canola oil
1/3cup low fat milk
½ tsp. vanilla extract
2/3 cup diced walnuts

Directions:
1. Bake at 350ºF.
2. Spray loaf pan with Pam for Baking.
3. Mix together ingredients in large bowl.
4. Once ingredients are mixed, gently stir in walnuts.
5. Don’t overmix! Your goal is a smooth consistency; add a touch of low fat milk if needed.
6. Spoon batter into prepared loaf pan and bake until golden on top.
7. Cool 5 to 10 minutes.

Health Benefits: Flax seed is rich in lignan, a type of antioxidant that helps to fight disease. Benefits show it helps to lower cholesterol. A great source of fiber, flax seed has a possible role in fighting breast cancer. Bananas are high in potassium and they are a good food for providing fiber and protein. Full of vitamins and nutrients, it’s hard to believe it tastes so good. Your biggest challenge with this bread is to try and eat only a small slice, that’s why it’s best for sharing.

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