Recipes

Six Strategies for Smart Snacking

We all know the feeling ““ it’s not quite time for lunch or dinner, but you’re starving! What can you do to satisfy a...

Five Benefits of Kale

When it comes to healthy eating, kale is king! But what’s so great about this leafy green? And what exactly can it do for...

Organic, Natural, Fair-Trade: What Do They Mean?

In recent years, new terms have popped up everywhere on foods, cosmetics and other everyday items. “100% Organic,” “Natural,” and “Fair Trade” are stamped...

Four Delicious Heart-Healthy Snacks

Eating well doesn’t have to be a bore. These four heart-healthy snacks are packed with fantastic flavor and nutrients!

Are You Addicted to Diet Soda?

You might depend on diet soda as a refreshing, calorie-free complement to lunch or dinner, or for a caffeine boost to get you through...

Celebrate National Nutrition Month

March is National Nutrition Month, as designated by the American Dietetic Association. This year’s theme focuses on eating a festive and nutritious array of...

Are Food Dyes Dangerous?

Blue 1, Red 40, Yellow 6 ““ You’ve seen these mysterious combinations of colors and numbers on the ingredient list of your favorite candies,...

Five Surprising Sources of Energy

Are you a slave to caffeine and sugar? Try these five surprising sources of energy instead, to keep your mind and body energized and...

Warm Up with Herbal Tea

On a chilly day, nothing warms you up like a steaming hot beverage. Herbal tea is a great choice for the winter months not...

What Is the Alkaline Diet?

You may have heard of the alkaline diet, but what’s the story behind this eating plan? The alkaline diet is based on the theory...

Five Ways to Love Your Heart

In honor of Valentine’s Day and American Heart Month, here are five things you can do to keep your ticker in top condition:  1....

Nutrition Labels: A Good Read

They may not be on the bestseller list, but the nutrition facts labels on your favorite foods can be an interesting read. There are...