Ciao Down on Pizza! NewMeMD 's Waistline-Friendly Grilled BBQ Chicken Flatbread

"Von Appetito," it’s pizza night! If you're craving this particular calorie-laden Italian favorite but want something a bit more waistline friendly, this grilled flatbread pizza from our wellness team at NewMeMD is the ticket. 

Feel free to pile on extra veggies when you prepare this dish (Why not try it tonight for dinner?). Ciao!!

Ingredients
- 2 flatbreads (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 red onion, sliced (about 1 cup)
- 1 yellow or red bell pepper, sliced (about 1 cup)
- pinch of black pepper
- 12 oz. skinless chicken breast
- ¼ cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tbsp. pineapple juice
- ¼ cup chopped pineapple, packed in ice
- ¼ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 slices of Canadian bacon, chopped

Directions
1. Preheat the grill to 500 degrees and place the onions and peppers on a grill tray or a large sheet of heavy duty foil. Sprinkle with pepper.
2. Coat both sides of the chicken with cooking spray. Transfer the veggies and chicken to the grill. 
3. Cook chicken 3-4 minutes on each side, until the inside temperature reaches 165 degrees.
4. Remove chicken and veggies from the grill, then lower the heat to 400 degrees. Transfer chicken to a clean cutting board and cut into bite-size pieces.
5. Add grilled veggies, barbecue sauce and pineapple juice to a blender and pulse until a chunky sauce consistency is formed.
6. Place flatbreads on a pizza stone, pizza screen or baking sheet prepped with non-stick spray. 
7. Spread ½ cup of your pizza sauce on each flatbread and top with chicken, cheese, pineapple and Canadian bacon. Place on the grill.
8. Close the lid and cook for about 10 minutes until cheese has melted.
9. Remove from grill and cool slightly before serving.
10. Slice, serve & enjoy your guilt-free pizza!

Nutritional Info
Servings per Recipe: 4
Amount per serving: ½ flatbread
Calories: 233.4
Total Fat: 5.1 g
Cholesterol: 61.5 g
Sodium: 234.2 g
Total Carbs: 21.4 g
Dietary Fiber: 2.9 g
Protein: 25.8 g

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Here's to ciao-ing down on pizza, without all the guilt!
--Your NewMeMD Wellness Team

PaleO-M-G! 6 Ways to Lose Weight Successfully with the Paleo Diet & NewMeMD

The Paleo Diet (which has recently become largely popular) can help you lose weight without even trying, which is why it may be a better choice over many of the diets most commonly used by waistline watchers out there today. 

While switching to Paleo is a good way to begin your fat shedding journey, there are also few lifestyle habits which can aid in reaching your goals.

Here are 6 simple strategies for slim-down success from our NewMeMD wellness team:

1. Keep your food simple.
One of the reasons why the Paleo Diet has been so effective for weight loss is because of its ability to help dieters reduce calories without consciously restricting them. Studies show eating "simpler foods" can lead to consuming less overall, which in turn, can expedite the process of shedding those unwanted pounds. For starters, try sticking to the basics...

- healthy meats or protein alternatives (like chicken, beef or fish)
- plenty of non-starchy vegetables (kale, spinach, Romaine lettuce)
- whole food carbohydrates from root vegetables (potatoes, carrots, beets, etc.)
- low glycemic index fruits (plums, strawberries, raspberries)
- some healthy fats (nuts, avocados)

2. Be sure to eat enough.
Several Paleo newbies initially believe less food is always better when it comes to losing weight. Decreasing your caloric intake too much, however, lowers your resting metabolic rate... which can cause those numbers on the scale to remain stagnant (or even reverse). Regardless of which program you choose, dieting should never be about starving yourself. Remember-- calories do count but when it comes to weight loss, taking in too few calories can be just as problematic as overeating.

3. Try to be as active as possible throughout the day.
Did you know most of us actually spend up to 15 hours a day sitting?! There are actually dangers of constantly being sedentary... so much so that getting into the habit of moving more throughout the day can improve your health, promote fat loss and even reduce your risk of several chronic diseases. When it comes to trimming down, staying active throughout the entire day is definitely a must-- so get movin' already!

4. Eat enough carbs to support your activity level.
Tolerance to carbohydrates can vary according to each individual's lifestyle and/or genetic makeup. This means some people can do quite well on very low-carb diet, while others can simply crash and burn. Although we don’t think it's absolutely imperative to completely prohibit your intake of carbs on a daily basis, it's important to match your carb load in proportion to the amount of exercise you do. A mismatch in your total carbs taken in vs. the actual calories you burn could cause your weight loss to plateau and can also cause fatigue and/or muscle breakdown (if you are over-exercising and not eating enough starchy foods). The best thing to keep in mind is this-- just like any other fare you feed your body, moderation is always key!

5. Address your whole life, not just diet and exercise.
Everyone knows there is more to dropping a pants size (or more!) and keeping it off through just diet and exercise. One good example is a lack of sleep. Depriving yourself of those much needed zzzzzs can make you feel hungrier, which can lead to eating too much or consuming the wrong kinds of foods simply to trump your tiredness. Your day-to-day pressures or burdens are also big factors to consider. High levels of stress stimulates our body to produce certain hormones which can cause us to eat more and store more fat, which can significantly reduce our capability to:

- get back into those skinny jeans
- be able to fit into them year-round

The solution? Focus on managing your daily stress with mind-body techniques like meditation and yoga. Even try connecting with friends or family to rally support for your weight loss efforts. You'll be amazed to find out how far just a little encouragement goes during your mission to minimize that mid-section!

6. Don’t do it alone.
The hardest part of losing weight is doing it all on your own. Whether it's the Paleo Diet or a new workout regimen, it can be incredibly difficult to make major lifestyle changes without any support, and that's where we can help. Our NewMeMD wellness team & medical experts can customize a weight loss program designed exactly for your specific needs, and we'll also provide you with the ongoing support and nutritional guidance you need to keep you on track each step of the way. For information about our products & services click here to visit our web site NOW.

Here's to a skinnier reflection in the mirror that will surely have you saying, "OMG!"
--Your NewMeMD Wellness Team

Orange You Glad It's Chicken? Try NewMeMD 's hCG-Friendly Recipe for Orange Ginger Chicken

With everyone's busy daily schedules, we at NewMeMD know how hard it can be to keep your body at a healthy weight. 

That's why we've got solutions for you that can help, like our hCG prescription weight loss programs!

Our wellness team also has healthy recipes you can follow which are easy to make, low in calories and perfectly portioned to help you stay satisfied throughout the day. Check out this week's featured hCG-friendly recipe:

hCG-Friendly Orange Ginger Chicken

Ingredients:
- 100 g of chicken, cut into small chunks
- black pepper
- 1 medium orange, cut into quarters
- 2 or 3 cloves of minced garlic
- 1 tsp. of fresh ginger root (about ½”-1" in length), peeled and minced
- 1/2 tsp. of basil
- juice from half of a lemon

Directions:
1. Preheat pan on medium heat.
2. Sprinkle chicken with pepper.
3. Add chicken to pan and saute until brown on all sides (about 5-10 min.).
4. Add garlic and continue cooking for 1 min.
5. Squeeze the juice from 4 orange quarters over chicken.
6. Peel and separate orange into sections. 
7. Add orange sections, ginger, lemon juice and basil.
8. Stir well.
7. Cover and simmer for about 20-30 min.
8. Serve & enjoy eating healthfully!

Nutritional Info:
Servings per recipe- 1

Calories per serving- 193.1

Total fat- 1.5 grams

Total carbs- 20.9 grams

Dietary fiber- 3.5 grams

Protein- 25.1 grams

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Here's to a new twist (a citrus twist, that is) on plain ol' chicken for dinner tonight!

--Your NewMeMD Wellness Team

Berried Treasures: 7 Healthy Super Fruits to Savor Before Summer's End

Soaking in these remaining few weeks of summer can't quite be enjoyed to the absolute fullest without the sweet aroma of and taste of those summer fruits we all enjoyed as kids, right? We agree! 

Many of those fruits, are of course, are only available during our hottest months of each year... which makes them a seasonal treat we should all indulge in (in moderation, that is) before these beloved "dog days" come to an end.

Our wellness team at NewMeMD has proudly compiled 7 of what we consider to be the best summer fruits available right now... You can buy them practically anywhere locally, so whaddaya say?! Why not try noshing on some of these nutritious, natural delights:

1) Watermelon.
This fruit stand favorite makes our mouths water just writing about it... Watermelon, especially when eaten together with berries or other fruits that are rich in fiber, can help fuel your system with tons of vitamins and phytonutrients that your body will totally appreciate.

2) Figs.
Figs unfortunately have a not-so-nutritious reputation because of their overly-processed branded cookie namesake, but a good ripe fresh fig on its own is both delicious and nutritious. As a matter of fact, just 2 figs provides 35 mg of calcium, which is essential for building bone density (especially now that we're not strong and resilient children anymore)!

3) Guava.
Getting a grip on some guava to Southeast Asian tropical dwellers is almost equivalent to the way Americans have an affinity for apples... But thanks to local farmers here in the good ol' U.S. of A. we don't hafta travel below the equator to find this exotic fruit. Guavas are jam-packed with the antioxidant, lycopene and they're loaded with even more potassium than a banana. 

4) Kiwi.
Originally from New Zealand (but now plentiful pretty much anywhere in the U.S. today), these furry lil' fruits are an ounce-for-an-ounce match-up against oranges when it comes to vitamin C (they contain a whopping 117% of your recommended daily Vitamin C requirement). Recent studies show consuming this much C daily can help keep your skin looking supple and wrinkle-free, which is even more reason cram more kiwi into your daily regimen!

5) Strawberries.
These bright red bulbs of goodness are super sweet, sodium-free, fat-free, cholesterol free and filled with fiber as well as Vitamin C. During warmer months like the present, strawberries are widely available your neighborhood supermarkets and locally-owned fruit stands. One tip: Try to avoid buying the oversized or extra plump varieties because they tend to have less flavor and fewer nutrients. Choose organic strawberries when you can instead, because they're much richer in antioxidants, and they won't be sprinkled with yucky, toxic pesticides either.

6) Papaya.
Arrrriba! This juicy byproduct of the Carica plant is believed to be a native of Southern Mexico (although the jury's still out on its true birthplace). Papayas contain significant servings of Vitamin C as well as beta carotene & Vitamin E, which can help reduce inflammation in the body. And did you know? You can also use the seeds from this fruit as an alternative to black pepper when seasoning when your food. How's that for eating healthfully in more ways than one?!

7) Goji Berries.
The extracted juice from these tiny little berries has recently become a popular mainly because of its zingy taste & health benefits (such as boosting brain function and protecting you better against age-related diseases like Alzheimer’s). Since goji juice, however, can be pretty pricey, why not reap the same rewards of this super berry by buying them fresh?! If you've never tried them, their tangy flavor is like a cross between cranberries and cherries... which is a refreshing twist you won't want to miss out on this summer!


If you're looking for additional ways to keep your sleek physique throughout the remainder of the year, NewMeMD can customize a weight loss program designed exactly for your specific needs. We can even recommend some of our body contouring treatments to help keep you lookin' "swimsuit ready" year-round.

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Here's to many smart solutions to staying slender, even after this season comes to an end!
--Your NewMeMD Wellness Team