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I’ve been poking around Bob Green’s new online diet program site.

The first thing you’ll notice is that Oprah is totally endorsing the program. She has an opening statement, and in the Success Stories section you’ll find HER experience with Bob Greene.

I had to poke around a bit to find it … but if you decide to join the program, it is GUARANTEED for 10 days. In other words if you discover you don’t like it within 10 days you can ask for your money back. This is a little different than some of the 10 day free trials (no money up front) but it really gives you a chance to test drive the program RISK FREE.

In the free section of the site, there are some recipies, an exercise feature and some articles so you can get a little hint of what is inside the program.

Personally, if I had not read Bob Greene’s books, I probably wouldn’t go for this program. However I HAVE read the books and what he gives is solid information, good sense information and a program that will get you fit. He doesn’t promise stupid miracles or fast weight loss … which is precisely WHY I respect what he has to say and his program.

You may remember from years ago when his first book with Oprah came out. She showed several mini documentaries of her struggling to lose weight … getting up at ungodly hours of the morning and Bob’s gentle (and sometime not so gentle) prodding. I loved it then and I still love it. I guess it showed a real human part of her … and that NO matter how rich you are you still have problems and struggles … the same problems and struggles the rest of us have.

Melanie

Check out the program HERE

I just found out that Bob Greene has developed an online diet and fitness program. I’ve got two of his books on my “lose weight” shelf … they were definite keepers, so this program is absolutely worth a look.

You can be a part of the diet Oprah trusts! Bob Greene is Oprah’s personal trainer and a diet and fitness expert who makes frequent appearances on her show.

The Best Life Diet is a subscription diet based on his new book. Subscribers have access to meal plans, workouts, videos, articles, a message board, and more!

If you want to read his books first … and see what he did for Oprah here are some Amazon links:

Make the Connection: Ten Steps to a Better Body–And a Better Life

Get with the Program!: Getting Real About Your Weight, Health, and Emotional Well-Being

Here’s another great recipe from the American Heart Association

Toasted Ravioli with Italian Salsa
Serves 10
These tempting tidbits, traditionally deep-fried but baked in this recipe, boast an interesting fusion twist—a salsa flavored with herbs common to the Italian kitchen.

1 pound frozen beef ravioli (30 pieces)
Vegetable oil spray
1/4 cup fat-free or light Italian salad dressing
1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs
1 1/2 teaspoons salt-free Italian herb seasoning

Italian Salsa
14.5-ounce can no-salt-added tomatoes with juice
1/2 small red onion, quartered
1 hot banana pepper or 1/2 small green bell pepper, seeds and ribs discarded
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried, crumbled
1 tablespoon fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried, crumbled
1 medium garlic clove, halved
1 teaspoon balsamic or red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon sugar

Prepare the ravioli using the package directions, omitting the salt and oil. Drain in a colander.

Cool for at least 10 minutes.

Meanwhile, lightly spray two baking sheets with vegetable oil spray. Using a pastry brush, lightly coat the top of each ravioli with the dressing. Put the ravioli on the baking sheets.
In a small bowl or cup, combine the bread crumbs and herb seasoning. Sprinkle over the ravioli. (The ravioli can be refrigerated for up to 8 hours at this point.) In a food processor or blender, process the salsa ingredients for 15 to 20 seconds. (Salsa will keep in the refrigerator for up to four days.)

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly spray the tops of the ravioli with vegetable oil spray. Bake the ravioli for 9 to 11 minutes. Drizzle the salsa over the ravioli or use the salsa for dipping.

Cook’s Tip: Some prepared ravioli may be high in sodium and saturated fat. When shopping,
select the one with the lowest sodium and fat values.

Nutrition Analysis (per serving)
Calories 133
Total Fat 2.0 g
Saturated Fat 1.0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.0 g
Cholesterol 8 mg
Sodium 259 mg
Carbohydrates 24 g
Fiber 2 g
Protein 6 g

This recipe is reprinted with permission from the American Heart Association Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook, Third Edition, Copyright © 2005 by the American Heart Association. Published by Clarkson Potter/Publishers, a division of Random House, Inc. Available from booksellers everywhere.