Living Well Tastes Great

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(NAPSA)—More and more Americans are trying to achieve a well-balanced lifestyle, one that includes a nutritious diet, regular exercise and a positive approach to living. For many, the motivation to make these changes is influenced by the importance of health and weight management. A healthy eating plan is successful and enjoyable when variety and flavor are incorporated. Sugar Free JELL-O brand gelatin is a refreshing and fruity treat that contains zero carbohydrates and makes a delicious dessert or snack.It’s also fat-free, sugar-free and only 10 calories per serving. With all of those fun and fruity flavors, it can help satisfy any sweet tooth without compromising on nutrition goals. Prepare a bowl and keep it in the refrigerator at homefor a wiggly treat during the day, or enjoy it on the go in a convenient, ready-to-eat refrigerated cup. Gelatin is also great for making a variety of low-calorie recipes, with five grams of carbohydrates or less per serving, such as Very Berry JELL-O. The variety of combinations is almost endless— and is helpful in getting one tasty step closer to living well. For more recipes and information about JELL-O products, visit www.jell-o.com. VERY BERRY JELL-O Prep: 5 minutes plus refrigerating Sugar-free gelatin can be a great base for healthful treats. STIR boiling water into gelatin in medium bowl at least 2 minutes until completely dissolved. Add enough ice cubes to cold water to measure 1% cups. Add to gelatin; stir until slightly thickened. Remove any unmelted ice. Refrigerate 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. STIR in fruit. Pour evenly into 6 dessert dishes. REFRIGERATE 2 hours or until firm. MAKES6 servings. Great Substitute: Prepare as directed, using JELL-O Brand Sugar Free Low Calorie Strawberry Flavor Gelatin. Nutrition Bonus: Strawberries provide an excellent source of vitamin C. Nutrition Information Per % cup boiling water Serving: 15 calories, Og total fat, O Brand Sugar Free Low Calorie StrawberryBanana Gelatin Ice cubes % eup cold water 1 cup pureed strawberries rated fat, Og monounsaturated fat, 1 pkg.(4-serving size) JELL- Og saturated fat, 0g polyunsatu- Omg cholesterol, 35mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate, less than 1g dietary fiber, 2g sugars, lg protein, O%DV vitamin A, 35%DV vitamin C, O%DV calcium, 0%DV iron.