Cutting back on the added sugar doesnt mean tasteless meals.

Cook these dinners and youll see!

But sometimes enjoying more sweets than normal leaves me feeling a little fatigued and not at my best.

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Andrea Mathis

So, taking a break from eating added sugar for a week between Thanksgiving and Christmas feels about right.

Yet, most adults, including myself, consume much more added sugar daily than experts recommend.

I have a go at eat salmon every week since it’s packed with heart-healthyomega-3 fatty acids.

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Andrea Mathis

But some of my favorite ways to prepare it (like miso-glazed salmon) have added sugar.

Tuesday’sRoast Salmon with Chimichurri Sauceis a flavorful alternative.

Made with plenty of fresh herbs, the chimichurri is a savory foil to the buttery salmon.

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Served with crusty whole-wheat baguette and a salad tossed with a homemadeSherry Dijon Vinaigrette, its simple yet satisfying.

And theseApple Pie Energy Ballsare perfect for the season.

And one that my co-workers have been talking about is the Apple TV+ showLessons in Chemistry.

I look forward to watching it and re-creating the recipes myselfI know Ill make Elizabeth proud!