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2 Smarter Eats: Taste the Rainbow
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6 4 Healthy Frozen Yogurt Combos to Try This Summer
Back in the good ol' days, friendly frozen yogurt servers would stingily add toppings to your yogurt for you. But now, self-serve frozen yogurt venues have become ever popularized. It's so easy to go overboard with the toppings, especially with the variety of candies and cookies that are accessible. That which once was a 150 calorie snack can easily become a huge indulgence loaded with calories Read more
Do salmonella and E. coli haunt you in your nightmares? You need not be a neat freak to be afraid of the bacteria that may be creeping around your kitchen. Instead of fearing the worst, take some initiative and combat the nasty germs before they have a fighting chance. I've got five easy tips that will keep your kitchen (and you!) safe and healthy. Source: Flickr user NancyHugoCKD.com Read more
If you rely on sodas to get you through the day, it's time to reconsider your options. Coke may get your motor running, but the cons of sipping one easily outweigh the pros. Before you reach for another carbonated beverage, check out a few good reasons you should stopping swigging soda. Bone loss: While scientists debate the exact reason, most agree that drinking soda is bad for our bones and Read more
Wake up and start your day off on the right foot. Here are five things you should do before work to jump-start a healthy day. And once you get to the office, here are a few ways to make your work life productive too. Source: Thinkstock Read more
When I chatted it up with Food Network host and nutrition expert Ellie Krieger last week, she had plenty of suggestions for staying healthy during the coming months of Summer entertaining. In addition to discussing Father's Day meals, the Chefs Move to Schools program, and the new Cooking Channel, I asked Ellie to share her top cookout tips. Here are 10 of Ellie's ways to get healthy while Read more
Country music singer Carrie Underwood avoids going out to eat as a way to stay on the healthy path, but I could never do that. I go out at least once a week, whether it be for a big family breakfast, lunch with my gal pal, or a dinner date with my hubby. I will say that with all the deliciously decadent foods on the menu, it's hard not to be tempted to overindulge, which can be bad news for your Read more
Eating whole foods with different colors is an easy way to get the nutrients your body needs. Pigments in fruits and veggies contain essential antioxidants that protect against cancer, promote brain health, regulate cholesterol, and act as anti-inflammatories. The more intense the color, the greater the good stuff. Don't be monochromatic either, each pigment provides different benefits. For Read more
It's officially barbecuing season, and with this comes tons of burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, and beer. To avoid packing on the pounds this Summer, here are some ways to add a healthy spin to your barbecues. Go for homemade guacamole instead of creamy dips: Avocados offer the healthy fats your body needs, which is a much better option than the saturated fats found in dairy-based dips. If Read more
If you've never tasted mustard greens, then it's time to get acquainted with this tasty, peppery vegetable. First discovered in the Himalayas in India, mustard greens have become an integral part of cuisine in Asian countries like Nepal, India, Japan, and China, but they're also a staple in some parts of the US! They're typically associated with the tasty, old-school favorites of the Deep South, Read more
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
