Valentine's Dessert: Frozen Raspberry Creamy, Dreamy Pie


Updated 02/11/12 12:37 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Recipe For Frozen Raspberry Pie

Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day with a special someone, friends, or family, or you're going solo, this holiday just isn't the same without delving into a sweet, creamy, dreamy treat. I know you don't want to burst out of your new Valentine's Day outfit, so here's a frozen dessert that's full of fresh flavor and a luscious texture that screams decadence, but won't break the calorie Read more

Be Mine: 15 Healthy and Hearty Valentine's Day Delights


Updated 02/11/12 12:50 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Heart Shaped Food and Recipes

Decadent, high-calorie, sugary Valentine's Day treats aren't the only way to celebrate the holiday of love. Here are 15 adorable suggestions for chocolate-free, heart-shaped recipes to inspire smiles from your dinner date — no added sugar or creamy filling required. Because nothing says, "You have my heart," like a wholesome meal made with love. Source: Flickr User gail_thepinkpeppercorn Read more

10 Sexy, Healthy Foods For Valentine's Day


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Aphrodisiac Foods and Recipes For Valentine's Day

The search for sexy foods is an ancient pursuit, and aphrodisiacs come in many healthy forms — with skins, peels, and shells. And healthy living and romantic meals aren't mutually exclusive. We've rounded up 10 foods considered sexy for their suggestive shape, texture, or color, and found recipes so you can add them to your romantic Valentine's meal. If you're on the prowl for a healthier love Read more

A Reader Recipe: Baked Eggs in Ham Cups


Updated 02/04/12 4:10 AM · Posted by Fit Community · 0 comments

Baked Eggs in Ham Cups

Need an easy brunch to whip up on Super Bowl Sunday? Try this egg recipe from AllieNic. She posted it in the Healthy Recipes community group. Ingredients: 12 slices of ham (free of preservatives) 12 eggs Salt, pepper, and paprika Line a muffin tin with slices of ham. Crack an egg into each muffin spot, and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Bake at 375ºF for 20 minutes! Check out Read more

Beer Breakdown


Updated 02/11/12 2:50 PM · Posted by · 39 comments

Calories in Popular Beers

With Super Bowl Sunday this weekend, I'm sure you're planning on washing down your bowl of chili with a cold one. I sometimes call beer "liquid bread" because of all the carbs, so it's good to know that not all beers are created equally, especially when it comes to calories. If you're watching your waistline and enjoying an ice cold brew, you'll probably want see how they compare. The numbers Read more

Healthy Swaps: Best Choices For Protein-Rich Dairy


Updated 02/03/12 1:30 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Eat More Protein

Depending on how active you are and how much you weigh, a woman needs about 60 to 100 grams of protein a day, which is a pretty hefty amount. Protein helps build lean muscle and can also help with weight loss, so it's important to get enough each day. Dairy products are a great vegetarian source of this macronutrient, but some foods are richer in protein than others. Check out these healthy swaps Read more

Know Your Nuts? What's in an Ounce


Updated 01/29/12 12:46 PM · Posted by · 10 comments

What One Ounce of Nuts Looks Like

Nuts are one of the best foods you can nosh on because they're full of healthy fats, contain protein and fiber to fill you up, are cholesterol-free, and they're a great snack you can easily pack with you wherever you go. A serving size of nuts is one ounce, which is about a handful. Considering my handful and my hubby's handful look a lot different, I thought it'd be good to go over what exactly Read more

10 Cereals With 8 or More Grams of Fiber


Updated 01/27/12 7:15 PM · Posted by · 16 comments

Cereals With 8 Grams of Fiber or More

We all could use a little extra fiber in our diets, since it's recommended that women eat between 25 and 30 grams a day. Not only does fiber keep you regular, but it can also help lower your cholesterol and prevent heart disease and certain cancers. Breakfast is a wonderful time to fill up on fiber-rich foods, so check out which cereals contain eight or more grams of fiber per serving. Read more

5 All-Natural Foods That Can Pack on the Pounds


Updated 01/27/12 3:03 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Foods That Are High in Calories

Eating a healthy, balanced diet should be top on your list, especially if you're looking to lose some weight. You know you should avoid processed foods, but some of nature's whole foods, although pure and untainted, are so high in calories that eating too much can cause you to gain weight. Here are five foods you should enjoy in moderation when it comes to eating a healthy diet. Read more