Welcome to 2009! In this time of New Year’s resolutions, have you resolved to eat healthier, lose weight, have more energy or reduce stress? This year, you can make your dreams come true! And, as your partner in good health, we’re thrilled to help you make it happen. We’re starting right away…with this edition of the Healthy Cooking Plus newsletter. A companion to your February/March issue, it features:

• Even more expert advice on what to eat before and after you work out! We share our complete interview with Nancy Clark, a registered dietitian and sports nutritionist, to help you “custom fit” snacks to match your before- and after-workout needs.
• Bonus recipes the whole family will love, plus the heart attack and stroke warning signs every woman and man should know by heart.
• 10 great, no-fuss reader tips on keeping meals light.
• Even more hints from reader Jackie Termont (also a registered dietitian) on how she maintains her healthy life.   

With these tasty yet lighter meal ideas and more, staying on track and sticking to your goals will be a little easier this year. Please keep us posted on your progress and share your own delicious recipes and tips for success. We’d love to fill up the comment area below—and our magazine—with your smart ideas!

Enjoy and have a great month!

Happy Cooking,
The Editors