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Dieting Tip of the Day - Saturday

Have you checked out a veggie burger lately? If you're one who's avoided veggie burgers because you thought they'd have no taste, you're missing out on a great burger substitute. These patties come in fat-free or low-fat varieties, and taste like the real thing -- a life saver when you're on a low-fat diet. And the prepared burgers are amazingly quick to prepare (a really big plus for time-crunched dieters) and burger alternatives are now a staple on the menus of many restaurants.

Many veggie burgers are soy-based (often labeled "hamburger style"), a boon for many dieters. Others are packed with lots of veggies and come in an enticing variety of flavors--for example, Gardenburgers (this is a brand name) come in several varieties such as Santa Fe, Greek, Savory Mushroom and Flamegrilled styles (click the link below for more info).

You can grill, fry, or microwave them, just like you do a real burger. (Check the back of the box for recommended cooking methods as they d

- C. Herold

Posted by Bev at April 20, 2002 7:23 AM