Why You Should Marinate Your Meat


Updated 05/26/12 8:00 PM · Posted by · 5 comments

Health Benefits of Marinating Meat, and How to Do It Safely

Barbecue season is upon us, so let's celebrate by grilling, since it's an easy and low-fat way to cook. If you're grilling, protect your health by marinating your meat. Here's why marinating is good for your health and tips on how to keep it safe. Marinating meat, fish, and poultry significantly decreases the amount of carcinogenic heterocyclic amines (HCAs) produced when the meat is cooked at Read more

Healthy Side Dishes, Dips, and More


Updated 05/26/12 8:00 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Dips and Side Dishes For Barbecues

Memorial Day is a great weekend to kick off the beginning of Summer. Keep the barbecue healthy by offering nutritious options that are low in calories. From a potato salad without mayo, to a guacamole made with edamame, these delicious dishes have something for everyone. Side Salads Israeli Couscous With Tomato, Feta, and Mint Sweet and Sour Cucumbers Potato Salad With Cornichons and Read more

Boating Safety: Things to Know Before You Go Afloat


Updated 05/26/12 7:30 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Boating Safety Tips

It seems like boating season unofficially begins on Memorial Day weekend with everyone headed to their lake houses, weekend river residences, or the beach. In different parts of the nation, boating accidents, injuries, and unfortunately fatalities are on the rise. Now that I've captured your attention, let's review a few tips on boating safety. Boater's fatigue is real, and it can wear you Read more

Do You Pack Healthy Snacks For Your Road Trips?


Updated 05/26/12 3:45 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Do You Bring Your Own Snacks on a Road Trip?

It's finally here — the weekend where you pack up, suit up, or eat up to celebrate the start of warmer weather. For many, that also means packing up the car and heading somewhere to celebrate Memorial Day. Staying healthy on vacation, no matter how short, can be difficult, especially when you're on the road. It's so easy to pull over and grab fast food or gas station fare instead of searching Read more

Get Grillin'! 10 Healthy Burger Recipes to Enjoy


Updated 05/26/12 4:52 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Healthy Burger Recipes

Fire up the grills! Memorial Day weekend has officially begun, which means there's a good chance you'll be attending a barbecue. While the classic all-beef patty is the go-to burger of the season, it's nice to change things up — especially for the vegetarians and more health-conscious eaters of the group. If you're planning a barbecue this weekend, here are 10 burgers to add to your grilling Read more

Healthy Ice Cream Alternatives You'll Scream For


Updated 05/25/12 3:35 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Healthy Alternatives to Ice Cream

The unofficial kickoff to Summer is this holiday weekend, and while it may not be sizzling yet, nothing says holiday celebration quite like a healthy barbecue. But if you're in need of a creamy cold treat, you don't have to sabotage all the bikini prep you've been doing. Here are a few delicious alternatives to regular old ice cream! Read more

Hit the Grill With These Vegan-Friendly Burgers


Updated 05/25/12 2:10 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Vegan Burger Recipes

There's nothing better than some grilled goodness on a sunny Spring day. If you've taken on a vegan or vegetarian diet and you're tired of those prepackaged burgers, you're in luck. I've got you covered with nine vegan burger recipes that are bursting with flavor. There's something to tempt every vegan regardless of their preferences, from white bean to black bean to portobello. No Read more

45 Grilling Tips, Tricks, and Recipes to Make Barbecue a Healthy Affair


Updated 05/25/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Barbecue Guide With Tips and Recipes

Grilling season has officially arrived. And whether you're looking for the best veggie burger or side dish recipe, calorie breakdowns of everything you'll find at a backyard barbecue, or cooking gadgets to make grilling even more healthy, we've got you covered! Keep reading for our best healthy grilling tips, tricks, and recipes. Read more

Sip on This: Strawberry Mojito


Updated 05/25/12 1:50 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Strawberry Mojito Recipe

Toasting at happy hour doesn't have to mean drinking a ton of calories. To reduce added sugars, chef Travis London uses fresh fruit to sweeten his drinks. The strawberries in his healthier mojito not only add flavor but antioxidants too. Learn how to make this refreshingly light cocktail, then print out the recipe and get ready to muddle. Read more

Healthy Breakfast Ideas From the Community


Updated 05/25/12 7:20 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Enchilada Breakfast Casserole Recipe

If you're looking for breakfast inspiration, then you've come to the right place! Here are a few of our favorite new recipes from the FitSugar Healthy Recipe community group. If you're entertaining a large party, then cooking up a healthy breakfast enchilada casserole is an easy way to feed the crowd. With a decadent name like upside-down banana-bread pancakes with maple cream, who would have Read more