Most of the time, I try to be good about our diet. We don’t eat beef these days, but more chicken and fish along with a lot of new dishes that use legumes. Usually, it’s fruit for desserts except on the weekends when I bake a treat. Regardless, the holidays always get normal healthy eating off track. Therefore, I couldn’t be happier when Gorton’s Seafood contacted me to get involved in their Gorton’s Realistic Resolution Challenge, their join effort with SparkPeople.
The idea behind this free online program is learning how to improve your diet with a healthier lifestyle through 30 days of fresh challenges as well as access to videos, recipes, a message forum where you can exchange info and ideas, and more to help better understand diet and nutrition while educating yourself in managing fitness and weight.
**Disclaimer: This post has been compensated through a free product (s) or monetary payment. Opinions are solely mine. All links are “no-follow” links.**
To start me off in the right direction, I received Gorton’s free product coupons for Grilled or Simply Bake products, an insulated tote bag to bring them home in, TheSparkPeople Cookbook, ( a collection of 160 delicious-sounding healthy recipes), The Spark book, (a 28-day plan for losing weight and transforming your life), and The SparkPeople 28-Day Boot Camp Workout DVD.
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| Gorton’s Simply Bake Salmon Roasted Garlic & Butter |
I choose the Simply Baked Salmon with Roasted Garlic and Butter that come with two fillets per box. Preparation couldn’t be easier because these are in a foil bag that you pop into the oven for about ten minutes. All else that I needed to do was prepare a vegetable and salad to have dinner on the table.
I could have experimented with a recipe, but I really thought the way the salmon was prepared with the roasted garlic and butter was delicious. Usually when I make salmon, I make it pretty much the same way. I don’t fancy it up with any sauce that could interfere with its delectable true flavor.
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| Gorton’s Simply Salmon Asparagus Pilaf |
I plan to try the Simply Baked Haddock with Garlic Herb Butter for my next dinner. It comes the same way with two fillets in those non-messy foil bags that you throw in the oven.
I really liked how Gorton’s makes healthy eating easier than ever. The salmon was 140 calories and loaded with 315mg of omega-3 fatty acids for heart health. And if want additional recipes and inspiration to move your bad eating habits in a healthier direction, you should take advantage and join the free online 30 Day Realistic Resolution Challenge at SparkPeople because it will help.
To also give you a good running start, Gorton’s has a coupon available to help you save on your Simply Baked or Grilled Fish.
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| Gorton’s Simply Baked Haddock Garlic Herb Butter |
Thanks to Gorton’s, you also have a chance to win two full-value product coupons, an insulated tote, the SparkPeople Cookbook, the Spark book, and the SparkPeople Boot Camp DVD ($75 total value)!
For extra fun, do enter Gorton’s Eat Smarter Sweepstakes daily for a chance to win a $5,000 grand prize plus lots of other daily prizes!
*Disclaimer: Free products were provided to facilitate this review–not my opinion.*
Giveaway details and how to enter–
Prize: One (1) winner will receive two (2) full-value Gorton’s Seafood product coupons, an insulated tote bag, The SparkPeople Cookbook, The Spark book, and the SparkPeople 28 Day Boot Camp Workout DVD ($75 total value)!
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We always have some variety of Gorton's in our freezer, usually fish sticks. I looked over the FAQ section of their site and learned that a majority of the fish are caught in the Bering Sea, which is the body of water that separates Alaska and Russia.
Experts recommend eating seafood at least twice per week. Also, Gorton's has added a lot of healthy choices to the list of products they make.
I didn't know that you were supposed to eat sea food that often…though I can't say that I mind! 😀
They recommend 2x a week and I've only been doing about 2x a month.
I learned that Gorton's has a location in Cleveland, OH which is their Specialty Products, our breading and batter divisionabfantom at yahoo dot com
That u should eat seafood twice a week
They offer a more healthy option now
I learned that "Eating seafood at least twice a week can aid brain development, promote heart health, help fight obesity and improve your overall health."
I am interested in trying their Skillet Crisp Tilapia with Garlic and Tomatillo Salsa recipe along with a few others.
I learned that their grilled seafood is gluten-free, that seafood should be eaten twice weekly because it contains omega-3, and they have a coupon on the website and a sweepstakes.
My special trick to eat healthier is to search out new recipes to try that are healthy recipes. It is fun to eat healthier when you get to try some new dishes.
I learned for over 160 years, consumers have trusted Gorton’s for delicious, high-quality seafood products.
Gortons was founded in 1849 the first company to develop a frozen convenience food at the turn of the century.
I like their variety of different products
They have recipes on their site featuring their products.
I learned that Gorton's is committed to protecting our seafood resources! I love that!
I try and keep less processed foods around and more fresh vegetables and fruits to keep me eating healthier
We love Gortons!! I grew up eating it and now I buy it for my family. Thank you for the giveaway 🙂
My advice to eat healthier is to always pack your lunch for work or school so you don't end up near the vending machines
I learned that in 1975, the Gorton’s Fisherman appeared on TV for the first time. “Trust the Gorton’s Fisherman” has since become a famous jingle beloved by Americans.
I learned that in 2011, they started the Trusted Catch™ program to better communicate to you everything that we do. Trusted Catch™ encompasses all of our sustainability and quality initiatives from how we source our seafood to our supply chain and manufacturing practices.
i have fish and veggies for dinner at least twice a week.
Eat twice a week, I usually eat at least that often.
I learned that Gorton's offers 11 products that are gluten free. This i interesting because i did not know they had gluten free products.
I learned that Gorton’s was founded in 1849.
i want to try their shrimp! i absolutely love their smart crunch filets!
I learned:Medical studies show that a diet rich in seafood – a natural source of omega-3 – enhances brain development. Experts agree feeding your children seafood is one of the best things you can do for their brains. In fact, they often call seafood "brain food."janetfaye (at) gmail dot) com
My trick is to have plenty of veggies and dip around to snack on.
The shrimp scampi is something I think the whole family would eat!
I don't eat past 8pm. I focus on drinking water and chewing gum!
kelly nicholson i leanrned they had tilapia
They have sweepstakes on their site.
I learnt that From grilled fish to shrimp scampi and breaded & battered classics, Gorton’s has a product for every seafood craving!agnesye@hotmail.com
Teresa C.They've been in business since 1849!
We need to eat more fish at our house
I learned there are so many options to choose from!
They have 20 products under 200 calories. Gorton's is a great product.
To eat healthier, I try to pair something healthy with something the family really likes so that they will eat both.
I learned that they have been in business for over 160 years.
I learned that Gorton's has over 20 products that are less than 200 calories.
You can coupons from their site.
I eat salads at least 5 times a week.
I find that I eat healthier if I simply keep a log of everything I eat every day. I'm less apt to eat junk food if I know I need to write it down and look at it.(Diane L.) bkittie at hotmail.com
I learned that Gorton's Trusted Catch program assures my peace of mind about the sourcing and sustainability of their fishing practices.
I learned that eating sea food can help eye health. Thanks for the chance!
I try to eat a helping of vegetables BEFORE I eat my dinner. That way I feel a bit fuller and eat less of the yummier stuff!
They offer coupons on their site.
I learned that they have lots of different grilled seafood options and they offer coupons for them.twinkle at optonline dot net
Because of the natural omega 3s and protein, I learned that experts suggest that we eat seafood at least 2 times a week.Also, a trick to eating healthier is to find lower-calorie alternatives to cooking and baking…like using applesauce instead of butter/oil when baking.
Omega 3s help reduce the risk of heart disease. And seafood can improve eye health!
I try to eat healthier by eating more small meals during the day so I am not too hungry and overeat. I try to eat more vegetables and fruits and nuts.twinkle at optonline dot net
I learned they have a product locator!
I learned that "Eating seafood at least twice a week can aid brain development, promote heart health, help fight obesity and improve your overall health."
I learned that they were founded in 1849 by a father and son.
I learned that Gorton’s was founded in 1849 by a father-son duo under the name John Pew & Sons.
I learned that Gorton's is a leading participant and full steering committee member of the Russian Pollock Sustainability Alliance, which started the Russian Pollock FIP in 2009.Stephanie Phelps
I learned that Gorton's that experts recommend eating seafood at least twice a week.
I try to stay away from processed sugar.theyyyguy@yahoo.com
I learned that the health benifits of eating seafood Can Decrease the risk for certain cancers.
We try to eat fish at least once a week!
Love their grilled tilapia!
I don't have any special tricks for eating healthier I just do it, and I am feeling much better since I continue to eat healthier.
I learned that they carry several items that are gluten free, which I think is great!
I learned Gortons started in Gloucester, Massachusetts
I learned that your heart will love Gorton’s Grilled Fish because it is gluten free!
I try to watch what I eat and the ingredients, to help eat better.
their Tilapia is the best. Thank youcandieluster(at)gmail(dot)com
Gorton’s Grilled Fish, Grilled Shrimp and Shrimp Scampi products can be microwaved and include microwave directions in addition to conventional oven or skillet directions on each package.
I like to make myself a bowl of egg noodles with diced tomatoes and a little parmesan cheese..everyday that is mostly all I eat..lol
I like that they are part of the Global Seafood Sustainability Initiative
I really like their Trusted Catch program. A lot of people don't know what a problem over fishing is doing to fish populations, and the fact that Gorton's care is a big deal to me when deciding what to purchase.
I didn't know it was recommended to eat seafood 2x per week. I am goin to increase my intake of shrimp 🙂
Less portions and more moving around 🙂
I learned Gorton's began business in 1849.
My trick to eating healthier is to eat organic and natural snacks.
Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats that may promote brain development, heart health and may also reduce the risk of chronic disease.
Make everything homemade if possible.
I learned that the company is located in Gloucester, Massachusetts.
I try to drink plenty of water.