You don't have to go drastic with your diet choices to up the health factor. There are ways to swap out ingredients in your favorite dishes without sacrificing them altogether. I've listed some of these ingredient substitutions below. Have any to add? Feel free to share your ideas in the comments! Agave nectar for sugar: While it should still be used sparingly, agave nectar is sweeter than Read more

Besides getting a good dose of White House chef Sam Kass, last night's episode of Top Chef highlighted Let's Move! — Michelle Obama's campaign to end childhood obesity. For the elimination challenge, each team of four was given the task of making a healthy school lunch for 50 kids with a small budget of $2.60 per child. Sounds impossible, but it's exactly the same budget restraints that public Read more

Since decadent foods like ice cream, baked treats, and fried foods tend to be high in the calorie department, it's good to have a few healthy food swap ideas up your sleeve. Here are some shared by fellow FitSugar readers. "Avocado instead of mayo . . . sure it may have fat in it but it's healthy fat and tastes delicious. Hummus instead of cream in sauces and soups . . . adds a ton of flavor Read more

See it to believe it: inspiring weight-loss pics from everyday women — Shape Burn major calories with this 15-minute jump rope circuit workout — Fitness Drop these processed foods! Each contains over 25 ingredients — HuffPost Healthy Living Summer fitness tips from Les Mills: work that booty and core to the max! — Fit Celeb Alison Sweeney's healthy swaps for indulging without the guilt Read more

Swap bread for collard greens in these Mediterranean bean burger wraps — Eating Bird Food They may be fitness foods, but they're making you fat — Prevention Sure, these foods are ugly, but they're so good for you — Shape Good-for-you grain recipes high in fiber and antioxidants — Real Simple Toast will never be the same: coconut butter spreads — Healthy Happy Life Power up your day Read more

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. This week Shape turns to nutritional consultant Mike Roussell, PhD, for some help! Q: Could my post-workout snack be making me fat? I've read that chocolate milk is a great post-workout drink, but is that still true if I just took a beginning Zumba class (or did a similar low-intensity workout)? 20 Foods That Can Ruin Read more

We are pumped to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! Even the most nutrition-savvy women can get lost in the headlines. Here's what you really need to know. By Sharon Liao, Prevention You heard that eggs can be high in cholesterol, so you dutifully switched to whole grains for breakfast. Next, you swapped out red meat for fish — only to later learn that fish can Read more

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. By Tina Haupert Cravings — we all get them. If you asked me what foods I typically crave, I can always reel off a number of items without hesitation: chewy oatmeal raisin cookies, cheesy loaded nachos, dark chocolate with sea salt, a malty ale . . . just to name a few. While trying to eat better and lose Read more

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. There are so many ways to get this good-for-you protein into your daily diet. Here's how to do it — and why you absolutely should. By Sally Kuzemchak, RD If you bypass tofu at salad bars, skip the meatless dishes at Chinese restaurants, and avoid edamame when you're out for sushi, well, it's time to give Read more

If your family recognizes Lent, your children may be looking for something to give up during the season. Out of ideas? We've brainstormed everyday indulgences for kids to avoid in order to understand the tradition and appreciate what they're given. For those who don't acknowledge Lent, you can still take this time of year to talk to your kids about sacrifice and gratitude and maybe instill a Read more