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By Syndee Hendricks The prevalence of obesity in the United States through 2018 was 42.4%, according to the Center for Disease Control. That is over a 12 percent increase since 2000! I am part of that statistic, and have struggled with weight since puberty! Darn that estrogen—it giveth and it taketh away!  When Michelle and I first discussed creating a healthy recipe book, I was all over that! One of the things I enjoy doing is having a meal at a restaurant, and going home and recreating a healthier recipe for that meal to enjoy at home. One of my favorite meals is a dinner salad with lots and lots of vegetables and a fruit with a light (well, most of the time) dressing. Check out your local farmer’s markets for organic and to find the freshest ingredients. Here is the Farmer’s Salad: 2 Cups of your favorite greens: Spring Mix, Romaine, Or the lettuce bag of your choice! One fruit of your choice: Mango, Berries, Pineapple, etc. Meat (optional): chicken strips  3 or 4 ...