is what you get.

Can you see a few meals into the future? If not, then what you see . . . nothing . . . may be exactly what you get. You may end up settling for the first thing that presents itself as edible, a less than nutritious substitute for healthy food.

With hearts taking the spotlight in February, take care with a little planning. Take stock of the pantry and pick up some healthy ingredients that won’t require high maintenance prep.

Plan ahead and stock up on brown rice. Steam two cups of brown rice, fold in one cup of black beans, add two tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro, and you’re about to enjoy a heart healthy meal.

Healthy living results from planning. Check out these health benefits of brown rice.