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Celebrate the end of summer with a fun backyard cookout! Keep things healthy this Labor Day weekend with this simple guide that’s packed with tips for grilling, cooking side dishes, playing fun games and whipping up Nutrisystem-approved drinks. Here are five fun ways to enjoy a backyard picnic and still lose weight. 10 Summer Pie Recipes for a Satisfying Sweet Treat Read More 1. Load some veggies on that grill. Even veggie haters find grilled vegetables to be irresistible. That’s probably because this particular cooking method brings out their inherent sweetness. Slice up some onions, zucchini, eggplant, carrots and even cabbage “steaks,” then grill them up as a healthy side. To keep your meal diet-friendly, load up half of your plate with veggies. Trending now: the carrot “hot dog.” Cook whole carrots on the grill and serve them on a whole wheat frankfurter bun with all the fixings. You can also use veggies in another way: in some grilled vegetable recipes, vegetables are...

From sweet and fruity to light and creamy, The Leaf Weight Loss Blog is filled with healthy treats for your summer menu. These 15 refreshing summer dessert recipes can serve as a cool pick-me-up on a hot summer day or the perfect end to a warm weather meal. Here are 15 summer dessert recipes to help you beat the heat this season: 1. Strawberry Icebox Cake with Lemon > A standard icebox is made with chocolate wafers and whipped cream. However, this (much) healthier version creates the cool layers of this epic summer dessert favorite with crunchy graham crackers, thick yogurt and fresh strawberry slices instead. Each bite delivers a sweet flavor combo of berry, lemon and vanilla that makes this cake as delicious as it is nutritious. Add this dessert to your next backyard party menu: It takes no time to prep and is pretty enough to impress your guests. 5 Tips to Plan a Diet-Friendly Backyard Picnic Read More 2. 4-Ingredient Banana Nice Cream > What makes this frozen tr...

Discover the buzz around HIIT, the trendy high-intensity interval training workout! Whether you’ve heard the term from friends, colleagues, or have seen it on your social feed, HIIT has caught the attention of fitness enthusiasts worldwide. The abbreviation is short for a type of exercise called “high-intensity interval training,” and it’s been one of the trendiest concepts in fitness for nearly a decade. In fact, it was named the seventh exercise trend for 2023 by the American College of Sports Medicine . It’s important to note that not all interval workouts are considered HIIT, and HIIT may not be suitable for everyone. Keep reading to determine if it should be part of your fitness routine, as we explore more about what it is, what it isn’t, its benefits, and how to assess its compatibility with your fitness goals. What is HIIT? High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is defined by the American College of Sports Medicine as a workout that alternates bursts of activity, raising...

How long you live may seem like simply a matter of fate, luck, your genes or divine intervention. Those may well be important factors in your longevity, but recent research has found that people who live longer, healthier lives tend to make similar lifestyle choices. “Research shows that genes account for less than one-third of your chances of surviving to age 85. The vast majority of variation in how old we live is due to our health behaviors,” said Dr. Thomas Perls, director of the New England Centenarian Study at the Boston University School of Medicine, in a report from the National Institutes of Health . “Our genes could get most of us close to the remarkable age of 90 if we lead a healthy lifestyle.” As you reach your middle-age years, you may begin thinking about what you can do to help increase your chances of sticking around longer. These seven lifestyle tips may help boost longevity and add up to a real difference. They also will help you look and feel your best as you gro...

Okay, who says there’s no such thing as instant gratification? Imagine being on a weight loss diet and getting to enjoy delicious, guilt-free, healthier, no-bake dessert recipes! No need to imagine. On Nutrisystem, we’ve got you covered. The Leaf Weight Loss Blog is filled with easy sweet treats that are ready to enjoy in a jiff. From no-bake cookies, pie and cheesecake to freezer fudge, pudding cups and icebox cake, you’re sure to find a new favorite on this delicious list. Here are 17 decadent, no-bake dessert recipes for your healthy menu:   1. No-Bake Strawberry Pie Parfait > A couple of crushed graham crackers create the crust for this parfait which combines nonfat Greek yogurt, strawberries (or the berry of your choice), vanilla and cinnamon between layers of a light whipped topping. 2. No-Bake S’mores Protein Balls > No campfire required for this recipe! These fire-free S’mores Protein Balls feature almond butter (the protein source), crispy rice cereal, cocoa ...