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Picnic Ideas For Healthy, Lighter Outdoor Eating
Try these ideas for healthy outdoor fareBy Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnIt's that time of year that we all look forward to -- the time for backyard barbecues, picnics, and outdoor parties. Eating outdoors is just m...

Pie: Tips & Recipes for Healthier Pies
Try these tricks for lightening up the classic holiday dessert.By Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnPumpkin, berry, lemon meringue, caramel apple, chocolate cream … these are all my favorite pies. Most everyone has at least o...

Pita Pizza Recipe
Perfect Pita PizzaIngredients:1 large pita bread (use whole-grain if available)1/8 cup low-fat ricotta cheese1/8 cup bottled pizza sauce or marinara sauce1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheeseFavorite pizza toppings:sliced mushrooms, less-fat pepp...

Pizza: Build a Better Pizza
Keep your eye on a healthier pieBy Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnReviewed By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, LD Ask any child for a list of his or her favorite foods and I'll bet a pile of pepperoni that, nine times out of 10, ...

Plant Diet: Working in 5-9 Servings!
We've all heard that we need at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. But most of us don't heed the advice.

Plastic Containers and Food: Harmful to Health?
Word about the dangers of microwaving your food in plastic containers is everywhere, but it may be time for a reality checkBy Heather Hatfield WebMD Medical NewsReviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD Is heating food in plastic really harmful to your health? Y...

Plattar (Swedish Pancakes) Recipe
Plattar (Swedish Pancakes)If you want to make these like authentic Swedish pancakes – which are much thinner than ordinary pancakes – use just one tablespoonful of batter per pancake. Ingredients:1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil1 large egg (higher omega-3 e...

Pollo en Escabeche Recipe
Pollo en Escabeche (Puerto Rican Chicken Appetizer)You can cook the whole chicken yourself, but it is so much easier to buy the rotisserie or roasted chicken and shred it. Serve this chicken dish with crackers or sliced baguette bread.Ingredients: 1/2 ...

Pom'elos Recipe
Pom'elosIngredients:1 green apple2 small spring carrots1/4 grapefruit4 mint leavesYield: 1 servingThis beverage can replace one fresh fruit prescribed in your diet plan.Preparation:Mix all ingredients in a juicer and serve chilled.Yield:1 serving...

Pomegranate Marinade Recipe
Pomegranate MarinadeIngredients:1 cup pomegranate juice1/4 cup red wine vinegar1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil1 tablespoon minced garlic2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh thyme leaves1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne red pepper (depending on your preferen...

Pomegranate Pudding Recipe
Pomegranate PuddingDepending on the color of your pomegranate juice, this pudding can turn out to be different shades of pink or dark purple. Ingredients:3 tablespoons Minute® tapioca2 tablespoons granulated sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)1...

Pomegranate Punch Recipe
Pomegranate PunchIngredients:1/2 cup pomegranate juice1/2 cup orange juice (the freshly squeezed type, if available)1/2 cup diet grapefruit juice soda (or diet lemon lime soda)Preparation:Add all ingredients to a large glass and stir.Add ice as desired ...

Popcorn Trail Blaze Mix Recipe
Popcorn Trail Blaze MixIngredients:1 bag of light microwave popcorn, popped (about 9 cups)1/2 cup dried cranberries (like cherry flavored Craisins)1/2 cup roasted unsalted almondsPreparation:Put all ingredients in a large bowl and toss together. Or, add...

Popcorn, Game-Day Spicy Recipe
Game-Day Spicy PopcornIngredients:16 cups air-popped popcorn Chopped almonds, pecans, or walnuts (optional)2 cups shredded sharp jalapeño cheese 1/4 cup butter (optional; can replace with trans fat-free margarine)1 tsp pepper1/2 tsp red pepper flakes3 t...

Popcorn, Mediterranean Magic Recipe
Mediterranean Magic PopcornIngredients:1 bag of light microwave popcorn, popped (about 9 cups)1 tablespoon olive oil1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning blend1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheesePreparation:Put popcorn in a large bowl. Drizzle olive oil even...

Pork Au Poivre Recipe
Pork Au PoivreIngredients: 1 1/4-pound pork tenderloin 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon black peppercorns, coarsely ground or crushed 2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth 1/2 cup dry red wine Salt to taste Preparation: Slice t...

Pork Roast with Spicy Maple Glaze Recipe
Pork Roast with Spicy Maple GlazeIngredients:2 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, trimmed of visible fat1 cup light pancake syrup4 tablespoon Dijon-style mustard2 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar2 1/2 tablespoons light soy sauceGround black pepper to tas...

Portabella Tacos Recipe
Portabella TacosIngredients:4 medium portabella mushrooms, stems removed and cut into 1/2-inch thick slices2 teaspoons dried oregano flakes1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil or canola oilSalt and pepper to taste3 medium zucchini, cut into matchsticks (about 2 ...

Portion Size Isn't What It Used to Be
More Cereal, Less Butter Seen in Then-and-Now Portion Size StudyBy Miranda Hitti WebMD Medical NewsReviewed by Louise Chang, MD Sept. 1, 2006 -- If the only thing constant is change, typical portion sizes are no exception.A study in September's Journal ...

Portion Size, Fooling The Eyes
Got to clean your plate? Use smaller dishesBy Miranda Hitti WebMD Medical NewsReviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD April 4, 2005 -- The eyes may be the window to the soul, but they're apparently lousy at gauging portion size, hunger, and fullness. The eyes ...

Potato Latkes Recipe
Potato LatkesServe these hot with applesauce, fat-free or light sour cream, and chopped green onions if desired.Ingredients:2 cups peeled and shredded Russet potatoes, firmly packed (about 1 pound)1/4 cup grated or finely chopped onion1 large egg6 table...

Potluck Makeovers: Lighter Recipes of Favorites
Try these lighter versions of your favorite portable dishesBy Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnReviewed By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD If I had a dollar for every time someone said, "Just bring a side dish," I would be able ...

Pregnancy: Myths, Dos, and Don'ts
What's safe to eat during pregnancy? Can hair dye hurt the fetus? And what's this about not changing the litterbox?By Star LawrenceWebMD FeatureReviewed By Charlotte E. Grayson, MD The national nannies and the old wives have formed an alliance to pepper...

Pretzel Potpourri Recipe
Pretzel PotpourriThis snack is like Chex® Party mix without all the hype. There’s a little of everything in this mixture: that irrepressible pretzel flavor, a taste of cheese, a boost of bran, and the crunchy savory surprise of a roasted soybean every n...

Produce Food Safety Tips
Experts discuss ways to be sure the produce you're eating won't make you sick.By Richard Sine WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed by Louise Chang, MD News about severe illness and even death from contaminated produce has some Americans spooked. D...

Pumpkin Challah Bread Recipe
Pumpkin Challah BreadThis bread is heavenly fresh from the oven, so bake it right before you plan to serve it.Ingredients:1/2 cup warm water (100-110-degrees)1 egg yolk (reserve the white)1/4 cup egg substitute1 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon canola oil2 tab...

Pumpkin Pecan Waffles Recipe
Pumpkin Pecan WafflesIn these waffles, I use half whole-wheat flour and half white flour. Your kids may not even notice that it's half whole-wheat; the pumpkin seems to mask it. I also used the smallest amount of sugar I could get away with.Ingredients:...

Pumpkin Potato Soup Recipe
Pumpkin Potato SoupThe mashed potato adds creaminess to this lower-fat soup.Ingredients:3 cups mashed potatoes, made with low-fat milk1/2 cup canned pumpkin1 1/2 cups fat-free half-and-half or low-fat milk1 1/2 cup shredded, reduced-fat sharp cheddar ch...

Pumpkin Pound Cake, Version of Starbucks Recipe
Devin Alexander’s Version of Starbucks Pumpkin Pound CakeAlexander’s version will save you 64 calories, 12 grams of fat, and 1.5 grams of saturated fat over the original.Ingredients:Butter-flavored cooking spray1 ½ cups unbleached flour ½ teaspoon groun...

Pumpkin Recipes: Scrumptious Ways To Savor Pumpkin
Here are 4 scrumptious ways to savor this super-nutritious squash.By Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnThis time of year, we've got pumpkins on the brain -- and in the pantry. There's the Halloween jack-o'-lantern, of course ...