Healthy Body, Happy Summer

Beauty and lifestyle expert Bahar Takhtehchian shares delicious low sugar recipes for summer, plus the best daily supplement to get strong, healthy bones

From the LifeMinute Team

July 13, 2015

Eating seasonal foods is key to getting the maximum amount of nutrients, minerals and vitamins from your daily meals. Summer brings a delicious menu to choose from: berries, tomatoes, peaches, melons, corn, peppers, avocados and more. If you're looking for some recipe inspiration, check out Splenda's new Sweet Swaps website. "All of the recipes are very seasonal and reduce added sugar by swapping out full sugar with Splenda sweetener," says beauty and lifestyle expert Bahar Takhtehchian. Two of her summer favorites: Southwest Citrus Salsa, which can be served as a delicious dip or on top of grilled chicken or fish, and the Strawberry Mango Soy Smoothie. "I like to drink it after a workout," says Takhtehchian. Browse Sweet Swaps for more delicious low-sugar recipes.

But as hard as one tries to eat nutrient-dense meals, it's still a challenge to get all the vitamins and minerals your body needs on a daily basis. "Research shows that we are still seeing some nutrient gaps with vitamin D and calcium. In fact, according to the National Osteoporosis Association, 54 million Americans who are 50 years old or older are affected by osteoporosis and low bone mass. Now more than ever it's really important for you to take preventative measures, such as taking a daily supplement because we just can't get all the nutrients we need from food alone," says Takhtehchian. Her pick: Caltrate Bone and Joint Health, which contains UC-II, an exclusive form of collagen that supports healthy cartilage and joint flexibility, plus vitamins D3 and C and calcium.

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