Make your Valentine’s Day celebration this year a healthy one with these Hot &  Healthy ideas:

Breakfast in Bed with a Healthy Strawberry Banana Smoothie

Wake her up with a  pink smoothie on Valentine’s Day. Start by adding some low-fat strawberry yogurt to your blender. Toss in some frozen strawberries and a frozen banana, add a little orange juice and blend on high until well mixed. Pour the smoothie into tall glasses and top with a little low-calorie whipped topping, a strawberry and a Hershey’s kiss.

Give Her a Stress Reducing Massage

Many studies have confirmed the health benefits of massage: stress reduction, improved circulation, endorphin release. Grab some massage oil and give your partner a sensual treat before or after your evening out. For massage tips, just search “couples massage” on Youtube and you will find everything you need.

 Dark Chocolate Dipped Strawberries

Combine ripe strawberries with dark chocolate for a healthy, yet indulgent Valentines Day snack full of anti-oxidants. Start with large, ripe strawberries. Melt some dark chocolate over a double boiler or in the microwave. Dip the strawberries halfway into the dark chocolate. Allow the excess chocolate to drip off, and then place them on some wax paper to allow the chocolate to harden.

You don’t need a heart-stopping fat-filled dinner out to heat up your honey for Valentine”s Day. Keep it healthy and simple and you both will have more energy for the heart healthy exercise that will ensue.

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