by Cascade Ice on December 21, 2011
Right now is considered one of the most wonderful times of the year. There is a consistent stream of parties and gatherings, which means that there will also be lots of drinks and food. You don’t have to give up your favorite holiday comfort foods, but knowing which ones are high in calories can help you assess what portions to get.
- One cup sweet potatoes with marshmallows: 587 calories
- One cup stuffing: 202 calories
- One cup green bean casserole: 225 calories
- One piece of pecan pie: 503 calories
- One cup mashed potatoes with gravy: 342 calories
- One cup of eggnog: 354 calories
Being mindful of how much you are consuming can really help you avoid packing on the holiday pounds. Grabbing sampling portions will help you enjoy everything you want to eat while cutting down on calories. If you are really trying to be health conscious this holiday season, swap out green bean casserole for steamed green beans and ditch the eggnog for a Cascade Ice Mo-ho-ho-jito.
* Number of calories are estimations and will vary upon portion sizes.
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by Cascade Ice on December 19, 2011
Toledo, Ohio’s “Full Plate” on ABC 13 recently featured Cascade Ice in a segment! The piece featured a pre-taped on-air taste test with Cascade Ice’s Skinny Cocktail Mixers. The host discussed the healthy benefits of the mixers, and loved the great taste! Click here to view the segment.
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by Cascade Ice on December 15, 2011
The temperatures are dropping, making some of us more inclined to stay indoors while we exercise. You can still enjoy your favorite outdoor exercise activities, like running and biking, while being healthy, safe and warm.
The most important thing you can do for your body, especially in the cold weather, is to stretch and warm up. Doing five or 10 minutes worth of cardio will help you avoid injury and raise your body temperature you up before you head outside.
If you aren’t a fan of jogging in place or indoors before you head out there are some other exercises that can get your blood flowing.
Doing 10 stationary lunges can help get your body going and warm up your hamstrings. Sun salutations (raising your arms above your head and bending to touch your toes) are also a great way to warm your body and loosen your joints.
Remember to wear layers! This will help keep you warm, and if you get too hot you can take a layer off and tie it around your waist.
No matter what temperature you’re working out in, don’t forget to stay hydrated! Be sure to grab an Ultra Pure Water from Cascade Ice!
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by Cascade Ice on December 9, 2011
It’s that time of year again! The holiday season is here in full swing, and that means holiday parties and get-togethers. Be the host with the most with Cascade Ice’s fun, low-calorie cocktail recipes!
Snow Day – Mix a 2-calorie Coconut with one part rum and one part pineapple juice. Garnish with a festive red cherry!
Mo Ho-Ho Jito – Take a Cascade Ice Mojito Skinny Cocktail Mixer, and add a splash of lime juice and your favorite white rum.
Christmas Vacation – Orange Mango Cascade Ice 2-calorie water tastes great with a splash of vodka! Garnish with a pineapple wedge for a tropical holiday treat!
Mistletoe-tini – No need to pucker up for this treat! Just take our Appletini Skinny Cocktail Mixer and add an ounce of gin for a quick and easy party drink!
Merry Berry – Take a 2-calorie Pomegranate Berry water, add a splash of rum and garnish with an orange peel for a Santa-worthy spirit!
Mrs. Clause-mopolitan – This one is super easy! Just take our Cosmopolitan Skinny Cocktail Mixer, add the juice of an orange and a lime and mix with an ounce of vodka. Sprinkle in cranberries and enjoy!
As always, all these mixers taste great even without the alcohol and are a healthier alternative to traditonal, high-calorie holiday beverages! Just make sure these drinks are not shared with any elves under 21!
Click here for more drink recipes from Cascade Ice.
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