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April 06, 2009

Confront condiments

By Kashi Read more daily challenge, health advice, healthy eating, and organic foods
Challenge Yourself for: 24 Hours

Salad dressing, jam, mayonnaise, even mustard – condiments are something most of us grab off store shelves without thinking. But not all condiments are equal. Making smart choices can translate to better health for you and your family. Today, challenge yourself to think more critically about your toppings. Some tips: • Make your own mayonnaise – not only is it easy, it’s delicious! • Choose organic whenever possible, especially with dairy and fruit products. • Select lower-fat versions of rich items if you’re managing your weight, as long as they contain natural ingredients. • Forgo “diet” condiments in favor of full-fat items that contain natural ingredients, making a point to use less of them.

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    dudewutup commented on this. over 2 years ago

    I have mostly eliminated those unhealthy condiments from my diet and hardly miss them at all! I have replaced them with condiments like salsa and peanut butter.

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    LITTLEPRINCESS commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I grow my own herbs & I am a home canner so I make my own jams & jellies, relishes & sauces etc.

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    powella13 commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I grow my own herbs to flavor my food

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    RaidersRule commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I use mustard more often than mayo. I also use hummus & as far as salad dressing is concerned, I use balsamic vinegar spritzer rather than reg salad dressings. Does that work? Question – How does one make their own mayo? anyone know?

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    SPIRITED1 commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I use balsamic venegar, hummus, and laughing cow in place of traditional condiments

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    manualtree commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    it is hard being in college as we cannot exactly choose to have the cafeteria serve certain condiments and whatnot. but it is working as there is not low fat cream cheese and healthier (vegan) butter as well.

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    mrsjones1024 commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I use fresh herbs alot and prefer oil and vinegar

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    alexandria00 commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I like to use mustard in the place of mayo.

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    tiggerzzz commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I make my own seasonings and condiments for freshness and taste.

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    purplepam commented on this. almost 3 years ago

    I like to use hummus or Laughing Cow Cheese instead of traditional condiments.