The majority of the US population include beef, poultry, or fish in their diet, which can be excellent sources of protein, vitamin B12, omega-3s, iron, and other essential nutrients. There's definitely a healthy and a not-so-healthy way to eat meat, so ask yourself these important questions to ensure your steak, grilled chicken, and tuna fish sandwich are doing your body good. Am I Getting Read more

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Prevention here on FitSugar! White potatoes don't make you fat, carrots aren't made of sugar — and other myths about the produce you grew up on, dispelled By Karen Ansel, RD If the low-carb diet craze of the early 2000s left you believing that potatoes equal pounds and corn is no better than candy, it's time to wake up and taste the Read more

We are excited to share one of our fave stories from Shape here on FitSugar. This week Shape turns to Cynthia Sass, a registered dietitian with master's degrees in both nutrition science and public health. I've had a private practice for a long time, so I've coached many people on their weight-loss journeys. Sometimes they feel fantastic as the pounds drop off, as though they're on top of the Read more

Two important cooking skills you need to utilize during the Summer months include time-saving cooking tips and having easily accessible recipes that don't require an oven. Another win-win for Summer cooking? Swapping refined carbs with healthier, lighter options. You'll not only reduce your time in the kitchen, but your waistline will thank you as well! Here are some suggestions to get the ball Read more

The Paleo Diet, or Caveman Diet, is gaining momentum in the fitness world as a healthy way to lose weight. My trainer is all about the Paleo Diet — a meal plan based on the dietary habits of our Paleolithic, cave-dwelling ancestors. We're talking wild game, meat, and seafood, and vegetables, fruit, seeds, and nuts. What you won't find as part of the Paleo Diet are foods that developed during Read more

Berry delicious! A dozen healthy recipes featuring your favorite berries. More studies confirm that diet soda is bad for your waistline. Try curing your headache with yoga, before popping an aspirin. Do your best to avoid these unhealthy habits that pack on the pounds. Whip up some veggie-heavy, low-carb side dishes for your holiday barbecue. Tone your inner thighs with these five Read more

Who doesn't love a latke? The delicious dish takes all the fabulous traits of a French fry and turns them into a patty! While many families celebrate Hanukkah with some variation of the traditional potato pancakes, just about any kiddo will nosh on them. Pull out the Russets, tie an apron on, and get to cooking some up tonight! But first, check out these tips! Introduce more vegetables and Read more