How much exercise does it take to burn off these foods? “I'll just eat one bite.” “This time won't hurt me.” “What's one little indulgence?” Can
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Fad Diet Fails
Five diet plans NOT to try. They're called fad diets because they're popular for a short while until people realize they don't work and then they
Read MoreDrink Your Milk
And six other great ways to get enough calcium in your diet Do you remember your mother telling you to drink your milk? Well, she was smart to
Read MoreEat Like a Bird
Five seeds to include in your diet. This winter as you're filling your bird feeders and providing your feathered friends an assortment of seeds to
Read MoreCreative Weight-Loss Tricks
Seven simple ways to cut calories. You know the rule: fewer calories in plus more calories out equals weight loss. You're on a mission to cut
Read MoreNutrients of Concern: Vitamin B12
It's time to talk about vitamin B12. According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, "a substantial proportion of individuals ages 50 years and
Read MoreNutrients of Concern: Folate and Iron
Remember the Nutrients of Concern series I ran about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans? It turns out that -- in addition to calcium, dietary fiber,
Read MoreSugar Overload
Signs you're eating too much of the sweet stuff. First there's Halloween and then the holidays, not to mention birthday parties, treats at grandma's
Read MoreWhy Eat Yellow and Orange Fruits and Vegetables?
Yellow and Orange Fruits and Vegetables: Flavor Boosters Lemons are tart, bright, and add pizzaz to just about any dish. They can be used in both
Read MoreHeart These Foods
Simple food substitutions for a healthy heart. Old habits die hard. It's not easy changing the eating habits you've lived with for years. But when
Read MoreFrozen Dinner Rules
Is there such a thing as a healthy TV dinner? Nothing beats the convenience of frozen dinners. Whether you're pressed for time, don't know how to
Read MoreStrategies for Fruit and Vegetable Consumption
All right, let’s dive right in. The post Fill Half Your Plate with Fruits and Vegetables at Each Meal highlighted the importance of filling your plate
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