Portion-Control Desserts: Try These 2 Easy Recipes!

DECEMBER 23, 2014 The Last Diet You Will Ever Need Weight loss shouldn't require quick-fix solutions and bland meal plans. The Mayo Clinic Diet online offers the recipes, support and advice you need to have a lifetime of success. Sign up today! "Don't become too vested in reaching your ultimate goal. Be open to learning no matter the results and enjoy your journey toward healthy changes."                  — Kristin S. Vickers Douglas, Ph.D., L.P. Portion Control Warm chocolate souffles Do you have a hard time resisting that second slice of cake? This warm chocolate souffle recipe offers holiday-worthy decadence for a fraction of the calories and sugar. Plus, the individualized servings make portion control that much easier. Serve with fresh berries and you have a delicious, balanced dessert everyone will enjoy. Bon appetit! Try this tasty recipe » Healthy Dessert Cranberry-almond baked apples This festive, healthy treat tastes as good as it looks. Savor seasonal flavors with these baked apples packed with almonds, cherries, brown sugar and spices. The pretty presentation makes it look fancy — but it's easy to make! Get the recipe now » Today's Food-Shopping Tip Shop smart: Focus on fresh foods The fresh produce, dairy and seafood sections of your grocery store are most likely all located on the outside aisles, so focus your shopping there. These foods generally contain more nutrition and fewer unhealthy additives than ready-to-eat foods do.