Pregnancy is one of the crucial stage of a woman life. It is the time in which she carries a baby for about nine months. Since most women at that time is sensitive and experience a lot of health concerns, having a consultation with a certified doctor is often done.
A certified and authentic doctor knows many important things that can help patients. One of the recommended experts for the mothers is an obstetrician Waco. Such expert has professionalism in obstetrics which is combined with gynaecology, but often relate on surgical procedures and similar things. Good and obstetricians have some distinct traits and characteristics that determine their excellence in their jobs. In searching for one, take these tips below.
Medical Experience. Well rounded ones certainly has more field experience and knowledge compared to first timers, thereby making them efficient in handling various scenarios. Outstanding experts can even conduct some examinations and one on one consultation and interview before making diagnostics. It is imperative to know your candidates first before anything else.
Can Cope. With pressure, demands and ineluctable challenges, a person determination is often swayed. Not to mention that changes in moods and behaviors prevail as well. In order to avoid working with an irritable person, know how effective he is in stress management. You can receive the best medical care should you work with a doctor who has no stress issues.
Sensitive for Your Needs. Since women experience a roller coaster of emotions and even moments of anxiety, the more reason it is to choose obstetricians who would not easily give up. You can do your online research to read some reviews. Alternatively, hear out the recommendations of some friends and family members. You deserve someone who have huge concern for you and for your baby.
Problem Solver. It goes without saying that its a factor which defines a true expert. Should he or she has the capacity to solve various problems, its probably that he or she can help. In spite the equipment and modern technology, problems still prevail. This is why you need a well rounded expert who is a quick thinker and would be willing to use his or her education and skills to prevent complications.
Business Acumen. One way to find this out is to check the cleanliness, maintenance and efficiency of the place. The staffs in charge should also be amiable, approachable, well rounded and agile in responding to your needs and concerns. Outstanding medical specialists are not only good on handling their practices. They are also smart and effective on running a business.
Physical Ability. Obstetricians mostly operate surgeries. And since the processes can be quite painful and also delicate for patients, its advisable to know how accurate and effective your professionals are. Study their medical history and reports to avoid winding up with a wrong one.
Has Reputation and Can Communicate. These are another qualities that must never be ignored on searching for experts. As always, carefully evaluate candidates to identify who among your top choices is the best one.
A certified and authentic doctor knows many important things that can help patients. One of the recommended experts for the mothers is an obstetrician Waco. Such expert has professionalism in obstetrics which is combined with gynaecology, but often relate on surgical procedures and similar things. Good and obstetricians have some distinct traits and characteristics that determine their excellence in their jobs. In searching for one, take these tips below.
Medical Experience. Well rounded ones certainly has more field experience and knowledge compared to first timers, thereby making them efficient in handling various scenarios. Outstanding experts can even conduct some examinations and one on one consultation and interview before making diagnostics. It is imperative to know your candidates first before anything else.
Can Cope. With pressure, demands and ineluctable challenges, a person determination is often swayed. Not to mention that changes in moods and behaviors prevail as well. In order to avoid working with an irritable person, know how effective he is in stress management. You can receive the best medical care should you work with a doctor who has no stress issues.
Sensitive for Your Needs. Since women experience a roller coaster of emotions and even moments of anxiety, the more reason it is to choose obstetricians who would not easily give up. You can do your online research to read some reviews. Alternatively, hear out the recommendations of some friends and family members. You deserve someone who have huge concern for you and for your baby.
Problem Solver. It goes without saying that its a factor which defines a true expert. Should he or she has the capacity to solve various problems, its probably that he or she can help. In spite the equipment and modern technology, problems still prevail. This is why you need a well rounded expert who is a quick thinker and would be willing to use his or her education and skills to prevent complications.
Business Acumen. One way to find this out is to check the cleanliness, maintenance and efficiency of the place. The staffs in charge should also be amiable, approachable, well rounded and agile in responding to your needs and concerns. Outstanding medical specialists are not only good on handling their practices. They are also smart and effective on running a business.
Physical Ability. Obstetricians mostly operate surgeries. And since the processes can be quite painful and also delicate for patients, its advisable to know how accurate and effective your professionals are. Study their medical history and reports to avoid winding up with a wrong one.
Has Reputation and Can Communicate. These are another qualities that must never be ignored on searching for experts. As always, carefully evaluate candidates to identify who among your top choices is the best one.
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Pop quiz: Is a salad still a salad if it doesn’t have greens in it?
(Short answer: YES.)
“People think you need lettuce to call something a salad,” says Chelsey Amer, a registered dietitian based in New York City.
Your bowl or plate can contain any variety of ingredients — with or without dark, leafy greens — and it’s still a salad.
If you’re struggling to learn to like vegetables or if greens gross you out, don’t write off salads — they’re an easy way to bump up your vegetable and fruit intake each day, even without the green leafy stuff.
Here’s our foolproof formula for building a healthy, no-greens salad, along with some tips that may help you learn to like greens — some day!
How to Make a Salad Without Greens
Easy peasy: Just skip Step 1 in our Foolproof Formula for a Healthy, Delicious Salad or the vegetarian version. (For creative, delicious green alternatives, see our list below).
The non-starchy vegetables that are usually considered add-ins or toppings can replace lettuce or greens as the base of your salad.
Though she likes greens, Amer sometimes bypasses them herself.
“One of my favorite salads is an Israeli salad that’s made from chopped cucumbers and tomatoes, plus sometimes onion,” she says. This becomes the base of her salad in place of greens.
(Pro tip: If you’re not a huge fan of raw veggies, steam your favorite vegetables or roast them in the oven.)
Once you have your base, start adding your protein, carbs, and healthy fats, says Alyssa Cohen, R.D.
“When you build a salad, make sure to include all three macronutrients,” she says. This ensures your salad provides enough calories and other nutrients to keep you satisfied until your next meal or snack.
The other rules of building a healthy salad — and the most common mistakes we share in those formulas — still apply.
You’ll want to keep portion sizes in mind, especially with healthy fats, condiments, and tasty toppings like nuts and seeds.
The Best Alternatives to Greens
There are so many alternatives to lettuce in a salad — almost anything in the produce aisle can be the base of your no-greens salad bowl.
“The truth is, you can create a salad any way you want,” says Cohen. (Remember that if you burn out on kale, lettuce, and spinach.)
Check out some of the options:
Cauliflower rice (or broccoli rice)
Cauliflower rice (and now broccoli rice) is available pre-riced at most supermarkets, or you can make it yourself in a flash by pulsing fresh florets in a food processor.
Cauliflower rice tabbouleh is a fresh spin on a Mediterranean classic, and broccoli rice can be tasty with leftover Ginger Soy Flank Steak as your protein choice.
If you prefer cauliflower whole, you can make Buffalo Cauliflower Bites and use them as a salad topper.
Broccoli slaw
Broccoli slaw is a genius way to use up the stalks that many people toss in the garbage.
Buy it pre-shredded or use a vegetable peeler to remove the tough outer layer, then shred the inner stems using a food processor or spiralizer.
Broccoli slaw can be tough and dry, so toss it with a pre-measured amount of dressing, massage well, and refrigerate for up to a day. Try it with Creamy Dill Dressing.
Shredded or spiralized vegetables
How you prepare vegetables can affect the way you feel about them, as the texture can influence your sensory experience.
Salads involve a lot of chewing, so starting with smaller pieces may make certain vegetables more appealing.
Using a box grater, slicing attachment on a food processor, or spiralizer, you can turn unlikely vegetables into the stars of your salad.
Shredded carrots and beets sweeten up salads (and are more fun to eat than giant raw chunks), while thinly sliced or shredded Brussels sprouts and cabbage disperse their strong flavor throughout your bowl. You can also grate or slice bitter radishes.
Spiralized veggies make salads more fun — who doesn’t love twirling noodles?
“Zoodles” made from zucchini are an obvious choice, but cucumbers, carrots, and even beets can be used in addition to or in place of noodles like soba.
(Fun Fact: Like kale, Brussels sprouts and cabbage are both members of the cruciferous family of vegetables.)
Massaging these tough, dry veggies with a tiny bit of salt and acid (like vinegar or citrus juice) can tenderize them.
Even if you’re adding dressing, don’t skip this step. Sprinkle with a small amount of salt and acid, then use your hands to squeeze and massage until they soften slightly, give off some liquid, and appear shiny.
For best results, refrigerate for at least a few hours before eating.
Diced vegetables
Turn common veggie toppings — like tomatoes, celery, cucumbers, carrots, onions, or peppers — into your base by finely dicing them.
Keep all pieces uniform for a fun, confetti-like salad, and opt for a mostly clear dressing (like Lemon Tarragon Vinaigrette) to show off the rainbow colors of your veggies.
Portion Fix: A serving of non-starchy vegetables is one green container.
Grains
Remember how you can chill down anything, put it in a bowl, and call it a salad? That means grain bowls are technically salads.
“You can also replace the greens with a starchy base such as farro, quinoa, or brown rice,” says Cohen.
Build your own Buddha Bowl, try a Grilled Peach Panzanella salad, or enjoy leftover Roasted Fennel and Farro Salad chilled.
Portion Fix: A serving of carbs is one yellow container. This includes whole grains as well as starchy vegetables — like corn, roasted white or sweet potatoes, or green peas.
5 Ways to Make Salad If You Hate Greens
Research proves trying new foods is hard. When introducing kids (and adults!) to a new food, for example, it can take between eight and 15 tries, so cut yourself some slack — and don’t give up!
If you’re working to overcome a distaste for greens, here are five things you can do to a salad if you hate greens or lettuce.
1. Wrap it
This tip puts a food you know and like between you and your salad.
Place a serving of salad inside rice paper wrappers (like spring rolls), nori (like sushi), or a whole-grain tortilla. If you’re feeling brave, wrap your salad in a collard leaf or lettuce cups!
2. Chop it
Sometimes eating a salad can feel like a workout, and facing down huge lettuce leaves may feel intimidating. (We’re looking at you, kale).
One solution? Chop your greens and other ingredients finely so they’re generally all bite-sized. Avoid any mess by chopping your ingredients before adding any dressing.
No more lettuce leaves flopping off your fork or dangling out of your mouth!
3. Scoop it
Once you’ve chopped your greens, use a serving of baked chips or healthy versions of crackers to give your salad some crunch — and make it more fun to eat!
4. Dress it
Dry greens appeal to very few people, so try tossing them with dressing before making the rest of your salad.
Place a portion of dressing in the bottom of your bowl, add your greens, and use tongs to toss and coat every leaf. Then add the rest of your ingredients.
Try these Portion Fix-approved dressing recipes:
Honey Mustard Dressing
Healthier Ranch Dressing
Thousand Island Dressing
5. Hide it
Start small. There’s no rule that says you must fill your entire bowl with greens.
In Portion Fix, a serving of greens is one green container, so start with that and mix them in.
No one likes soggy, watery greens. Be sure to dry them well, using a salad spinner or using paper towels or a dish (clean!) towel to absorb as much moisture as possible.
You can chop the greens to further hide them, or use any of these other tricks. Chances are, once they’re in the bowl, you won’t notice them.
Pro Tip: If you’re really, REALLY not down with greens, a daily Shakeology is a great way to get your greens in without having to hold your nose or hide them. Get your bag here!
The Takeaway
A salad sans lettuce or any greens can still be a filling, nutrient-dense meal.
Get creative with your ingredients and your preparation techniques, and you can eat the rainbow without ever including greens that you don’t like.