Get On The Trail Of Good Health (NAPSA)—If you and your fam- ily want to enjoy an active lifestyle that includes healthy eating habits—then nuts to you. Specifically, antioxidant-rich pecans from Georgia, the No. 1 pecan-producing state. That’s because they fit—not only in a variety of dishes but a healthy lifestyle. Pecans are both versatile and portable, which makes them easy for snacking. As David Grotto, RD, LDN, author of “101 Optimal Life Foods,” explained, “When it comes to who’s the big nut on campusfor packing in antioxidants, pecans reign supreme, according to an analysis conducted by the United States Departmentof Agriculture. “Because nuts like pecans are so satisfying, research suggests that dieters can sustain their efforts longer and keep weight off longer when compared to those whotried a low-fat diet approach. A terrific trail mix madeof fruit and antioxidant-rich pecans is a perfect, portable snack fit for a healthylifestyle. % cup dried pitted cherries % cup roasted and salted pepitas % cup dried cranberries than an occasional go-to nut for Preheat the oven to 350F. Place the pecans in a small bowl. Heat the oil in a heavy tional profile makes me feel good about recommending them regularly to all of my patients and clients.” To enjoy pecans—and healthy snacking—even more, you may care to try this trail mix: heat. Add the chili powder and cayenne and stir until fragrant, about 15 seconds. Pour over the pecans. Mix in the sugar, orange zest and salt. Transfer the mixture to a small baking pan. Roast until Georgia Pecan Cherry Trail Mix (Makes about 2 cups) minutes. Remove from the oven and cool completely. In a “Georgia pecans are more decadence; their excellent nutri- 1 cup Georgia pecan halves 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (such as canolaoil) % teaspoon chili powder % teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon grated orange zest \% teaspoon salt (preferably coarse koshersalt) small skillet over medium the nuts are toasted, about 10 medium bowl, combine the toasted pecans, cherries, pepitas and cranberries and mix to combine. Serve as a snack. To join the Georgia Pecans Fit! Club andto find more healthy-living recipes, visit www.Georgia PecansFit.org or follow the Georgia Pecan Commission on Twitter or Facebook.
