I never tire of talking about healthy snacking. Eating about every four hours keeps my hunger at bay, and maintains my blood sugar and energy levels. (Read: helps me not be a moody pain in the you-know-what). If your main meals are eaten hours apart, you're going to need something to munch on. Deep down you already know that sweets like brownies aren't exactly the best choice, so here are 10 Read more

Eating quickly can lead to weight gain, because you end up devouring substantially more calories than you would if you ate more slowly. Downing food fast can also cause unfortunate digestive distress. Here are some techniques to slow down your meals and enjoy your food without needing to loosen your belt. Source: Jupiter Images Read more

Your environment, from the sidewalks (or lack of sidewalks) outside your home, to your kitchen set up, can impact your lifestyle. Yep, environment can promote or detract from healthy living. The folks over at Shop Smart magazine have a few suggestion in their upcoming May issue to ensure that your kitchen is not making you fat. To read highlights just start the slideshow. Read more

Whether you're trying to lose those last stubborn pounds for bikini season or you want to maintain your current weight, keeping a close eye on portion sizes is critical. You could always eyeball amounts, but let's face it, our eyes tend to be bigger than what our stomachs should be eating. Keep yourself honest and prevent overeating with these portion-control products. Read more

I don't know how people do it, munching on sugary doughnuts, chocolate-filled croissants, or crumb-covered muffins. If I started off my day with that much sugar, then I'd feel sluggish and cranky all morning. I fuel myself in the a.m. with low-sugar foods that are full of fiber and protein. If you need some low-sugar breakfast ideas, then these meals all contain fewer than 30 grams of sugar. Read more

We have the best intentions when we choose healthy foods to nosh on. But eat them the wrong way, and you could be missing out on valuable nutrients or getting more calories than you bargained for. Here are six good-for-you foods commonly eaten in not-so-healthy ways. Source: Thinkstock and Flickr user stevendepolo Read more

Open most people's freezers and you're likely to see a pint of ice cream and TV dinners. While these foods may be freezer staples, they're not helping you on your quest to lose weight. But, when used right, the freezer is the perfect weight-loss tool for you. Source: Flickr User dobrych and Flickr User armigeress Read more

Your crazy 9-to-5er is doing more than keeping you busy all day — it's also helping you get fit and slim down. While there are definitely reasons your job contributes to an expanding waistline, here are nine ways workin' it helps you work off extra pounds. Source: Thinkstock Read more

Poor beans. Many people pass them up because they're not a fan of the squishy texture or their gaseous repercussions. But these inexpensive magical legumes are so healthy for you, between their fiber, protein, and iron content, everyone should include them in their diet. If you're having trouble stomaching a bowl of beans, you can still reap the healthy benefits without your taste buds even Read more

To get your daily quota of roughage, everyone says to eat your veggies. While eating vegetables is a great way to get your fiber, some veggies give a better fill than others. If you're struggling to get the 25 to 30 grams needed each day, be sure to include these 10 high-fiber veggies in your diet. Read more