Bob Greene is an exercise physiologist and certified personal trainer specializing in fitness, metabolism, and weight loss. He has been a guest on The Oprah Winfrey Show. He is also a contributing writer and editor for O, The Oprah Magazine, and writes on health and fitness for Oprah.com. Greene is the bestselling author of Get With the Program!, The Get With the Program! Guide to Good Eating, The Get With the Program! Daily Journal, and The Get With the Program! Guide to Fast Food and Family Restaurants.
In Phase II of Bob Greene’s Best Life program, Bob encourages participants to increase their fiber intake. When it comes to pasta, Bob suggests getting at least 4 grams of fiber per 2 ounces of dried pasta. One simple and easy way to do that is with Barilla PLUS, our multigrain pasta made with semolina, legumes, like chickpeas and lentils, and egg whites. Since it contains all of these wholesome ingredients, Barilla PLUS not only naturally offers twice as much fiber as regular pasta, it also provides the added benefit of more protein and ALA omega-3 --- all without sacrificing any taste!
We have consulted with Bob Greene’s nutrition team to provide participants with Best Life approved recipes. One of the simplest ways to enjoy Barilla PLUS can be found in The Best Life Diet book in Oprah Winfrey’s Seven Day Food Diary:
“Dinner: Pasta with mixed veggies and chicken: Saute 1 cup chicken breast strips with 2 cups vegetables in 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken stock. Add 1 cup cooked Barilla PLUS pasta and the juice of 1 lemon and lots of black pepper.”
We’re glad that both Bob Greene and Oprah Winfrey enjoy Barilla PLUS and know you will too! Here are more recipes to help you on your journey. Please check back monthly for new recipe additions.
Other Best Life approved recipes:
Barilla PLUS® Angel Hair with Artichokes, Zucchini, Lemon, and Tarragon
Barilla PLUS® Elbows Salad with Avocado, Tomato and Mozzarella
Barilla PLUS® Penne with Spring Vegetables
Barilla PLUS® Rotini with Asparagus, Salmon and Cherry Tomatoes
Barilla PLUS® Spaghetti with Double Tomato Sauce
Barilla PLUS® Spaghetti with Fennel and Shrimp
Barilla PLUS® Spaghetti with Green Beans and Tomatoes
