More Dieter-Friendly Foods

Dieter-friendly foods typically share characteristics such as low calories, high fiber, and essential nutrients that support overall health while aiding weight management. I recently blogged about celery, which I call a "dieter's friend". Here are several other foods that can be classified as dieter-friendly, along with the reasons why they are effective for those looking to maintain or lose weight: Leafy Greens (spinach, kale, Swiss chard) High in fiber and very low in calories, leafy greens can be added to meals in large quantities without significantly increasing calorie intake. They're also rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) Berries are low in calories but high in fiber and nutrients. They also contain natural sugars, which can satisfy sweet cravings without the calorie load of refined sugars. Berries are also permitted on many low-carb diets. Just be careful not to eat too many. A handful as a topping fo
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Homemade Cream Cheese - Easy & Inexpensive


I just learned how to make cream cheese at home. Wow! It tastes so fresh, and costs so little compared to what you buy in the store. I will never buy the commercially made stuff again, that's for sure!
  • 1 liter whole milk
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice or white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter (room temperature)

Heat milk in a heavy bottom saucepan on medium high, stirring constantly. When it comes to a rolling simmer, reduce heat to medium and add the lemon juice or vinegar one tablespoon at a time as you continue stirring constantly. Make sure it comes back to a rolling simmer before you add each tablespoon of lemon juirce or vinegar.

Once the curds have completely separated from the whey, remove from heat. Strain mixture in a metal strainer lined with cheesecloth (or use a strainer made for Greek yogurt). Allow to cool for a few minutes. Pour curds into blender or food processor. (Save the whey.) Add the butter and salt to the curds. Stir in so that butter starts to melt.

Blend/process until smooth. It will be very thick. You may need to add a tiny bit of the whey back into the curds to get it to move freely in the blender/food processor.

When it's completely smooth put in an airtight container and store in refrigerator. Use within 7 days.

Makes about 240 grams (a little more than 1 cup).

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