{"id":47865,"date":"2011-05-05T12:41:32","date_gmt":"2011-05-05T17:41:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=47865"},"modified":"2011-05-05T13:01:22","modified_gmt":"2011-05-05T18:01:22","slug":"celebrate-grilling-season-with-healthy-substitutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/05\/celebrate-grilling-season-with-healthy-substitutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate Grilling Season with Healthy Substitutions"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>It\u2019s that time of year – time to break out the barbecue and invite your friends and neighbors over for a cookout. Spring and summer are prime time for great food, good friends – and great food to celebrate the warm weather.<\/p>\n

Of course, we all know that with summer on the horizon, bathing suit season<\/a><\/strong> is just around the corner. Don’t undo all of the hard work you’ve done at the gym this year.\u00a0 To keep your diet balanced, celebrity nutritionist Carl Germano, RD, CDN<\/a>, shared five simple swaps to keep you eating great tasting foods – and looking and feeling great.<\/p>\n

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Instead of: Beef Burger or Sliders with Cheese<\/strong><\/p>\n

Try: Turkey Sliders with sliced tomato<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ground turkey breast is leaner than most types of ground beef and sliced tomato will offer a powerful punch of lycopene<\/a><\/strong> – without the saturated fat in most cheeses. If you must have cheese, try a sprinkling of feta, which is lower in fat and calories than most varieties.<\/p>\n

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Instead of: Franks on the Grill<\/strong><\/p>\n

Try: Chicken Teriyaki Skewers <\/strong><\/p>\n

Chicken is leaner and often packs more protein than hot dogs<\/a><\/strong>, which are also often processed and laced with unhealthy chemicals. If you’re going to indulge in a hot dog, look for a variety that boasts 100% beef.<\/p>\n

Instead of: Regular Pizza<\/strong><\/p>\n

Try: Whole Wheat Margarita Pizza <\/strong><\/p>\n

Grilled pizza can be unique and delicious – but it’s even better if you use homemade whole wheat crust and a modest amount of cheese. Margherita pizza often has less cheese than the average type and plenty of fresh tomato and basil.<\/p>\n

Instead of: Chips, Cookies & Brownies Platter<\/strong><\/p>\n

Try: Air Popped Popcorn, Oat Pretzels, Fresh Fruit. <\/strong><\/p>\n

If your sweet tooth calls, answer it with fresh fruit. If you’re craving something crunchy, opt for lower-calorie popcorn (hold the butter) or pretzels that list whole wheat, spelt or oat as one of the first two ingredients.<\/p>\n

Instead of:\u00a0 Beer, Soda, Juice<\/strong><\/p>\n

Try: Flavored Seltzer and Water <\/strong><\/p>\n

While the occasional beer or soda won’t hurt you, summer heat can cause excessive thirst. Rehydrate with a beverage that has no alcohol or caffeine to keep your energy and inhibitions high.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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