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1. Which Beans Are Best?
[FOOD&RECIPES]
Often (unfairly) overlooked in the typical American diet, beans are something of a nutritional-and economical-powerhouse. Some studies have indicated that they could actually reduce the risk of developing certain chronic diseases, such as colon cancer. They can also help lower your cholesterol, which is one of the leading causes of heart disease. Beans are delicious not only as a side dish but with a few additional ingredients, can... Read More
Often (unfairly) overlooked in the typical American diet, beans are something of a nutritional-and economical-powerhouse. Some studies have indicated that they could actually reduce the risk of developing certain chronic diseases, such as colon cancer. They can also help lower your cholesterol, which is one of the leading causes of heart disease. Beans are delicious not only as a side dish but with a few additional ingredients, can... Read More
2. The Rainbow Diet: Lose Weight
[DIET&FITNESS]
It's not officially a diet, but there are plenty of reasons to follow the rainbow, especially when picking out fruits and vegetables. The secret to ensuring that your body gets the necessary nutrients lies in following an eating regimen that's rich in color. There's a wealth of health benefits associated with these bright hues. Foods that are blue or purple (eggplant, blueberries, blackberries) lower the risk of cancers and improve memory... Read More
It's not officially a diet, but there are plenty of reasons to follow the rainbow, especially when picking out fruits and vegetables. The secret to ensuring that your body gets the necessary nutrients lies in following an eating regimen that's rich in color. There's a wealth of health benefits associated with these bright hues. Foods that are blue or purple (eggplant, blueberries, blackberries) lower the risk of cancers and improve memory... Read More
3. The Best Breakfasts to Go
[DIET&FITNESS]
You know you ought to eat breakfast, but preparing a morning meal at home just isn't happening in your rushed household. So what do you do when you need to break the fast on the road? Good news -- those belly-busting fast-food breakfasts don't have to break the diet bank. However, many choices offer you enough saturated fat to last three days and sodium levels that'll make your blood pressure spike just by looking at them! ... Read More
You know you ought to eat breakfast, but preparing a morning meal at home just isn't happening in your rushed household. So what do you do when you need to break the fast on the road? Good news -- those belly-busting fast-food breakfasts don't have to break the diet bank. However, many choices offer you enough saturated fat to last three days and sodium levels that'll make your blood pressure spike just by looking at them! ... Read More
4. Oat What a Feeling!
[DIET&FITNESS]
There's oatmeal that's loaded with additives and preservatives... and then there's the real deal. The experts encourage you to start your morning off with a bowl of plain oat flakes. Oats are rich in fiber and soluble fiber, making them a much-needed staple in your diet. According to the American Cancer Society, oats have plenty to offer. Oatmeal reduces your risk of cancer, lowers bad LDL cholesterol levels, slows down the digestion of... Read More
There's oatmeal that's loaded with additives and preservatives... and then there's the real deal. The experts encourage you to start your morning off with a bowl of plain oat flakes. Oats are rich in fiber and soluble fiber, making them a much-needed staple in your diet. According to the American Cancer Society, oats have plenty to offer. Oatmeal reduces your risk of cancer, lowers bad LDL cholesterol levels, slows down the digestion of... Read More
5. After-School Snacks to Satisfy Hungry Mouths
[MOMS]
"I'm hungry!" How many times a day do you hear those dreaded words? By the time most children arrive home from a long day of school, they're likely famished. And we're guessing your children probably aren't much different. If you're one of those parents who are on the never-ending quest for innovative yet healthy snacks, stock up on these scrumptious suggestions.{relatedarticles}Think big with these small snacks. Toss a handful of... Read More
"I'm hungry!" How many times a day do you hear those dreaded words? By the time most children arrive home from a long day of school, they're likely famished. And we're guessing your children probably aren't much different. If you're one of those parents who are on the never-ending quest for innovative yet healthy snacks, stock up on these scrumptious suggestions.{relatedarticles}Think big with these small snacks. Toss a handful of... Read More
6. An Apple a Day Isn't Cliche'
[DIET&FITNESS]
Help keep those doctors away and start eating that apple every day. Apples are low in calories and fat and contain vitamins, minerals and fiber. Apples also have a high water content. This teacher's favorite shiny red, green or yellow fruit also contains two types of fibers. Insoluble fiber helps give the sensation of having a full stomach and aids digestion. {relatedarticles} Flavonoids and boron, both found in... Read More
Help keep those doctors away and start eating that apple every day. Apples are low in calories and fat and contain vitamins, minerals and fiber. Apples also have a high water content. This teacher's favorite shiny red, green or yellow fruit also contains two types of fibers. Insoluble fiber helps give the sensation of having a full stomach and aids digestion. {relatedarticles} Flavonoids and boron, both found in... Read More
7. Add Avocado to Your Menu
[DIET&FITNESS]
Most people confuse an avocado as a vegetable when it's actually a fruit. Whether used in a salad or prepared as guacamole, avocado isn't just delicious -- it packs a mean nutritional punch. Avocados, which are low in calories, are rich in Vitamin E, Vitamin C, thiamine and riboflavin. Each of these health-enhancing properties provide a different benefit -- from converting carbs to glucose to fuel the brain and nervous system to enabling... Read More
Most people confuse an avocado as a vegetable when it's actually a fruit. Whether used in a salad or prepared as guacamole, avocado isn't just delicious -- it packs a mean nutritional punch. Avocados, which are low in calories, are rich in Vitamin E, Vitamin C, thiamine and riboflavin. Each of these health-enhancing properties provide a different benefit -- from converting carbs to glucose to fuel the brain and nervous system to enabling... Read More
8. Chill Out: A Diet Trick to Take on the Road
[DIET&FITNESS]
Fast food restaurants, convenience stores and other one-stop shops for junk food can be the ultimate landmine for even the most determined dieter. When hunger strikes, it's important to have healthy foods on hand. So instead of putting your diet on ice, put some healthy foods on it. When hunger strikes, convenience often outweighs common sense. It's easy to drop into the nearest gas station and grab a bag of chips, a candy bar... Read More
Fast food restaurants, convenience stores and other one-stop shops for junk food can be the ultimate landmine for even the most determined dieter. When hunger strikes, it's important to have healthy foods on hand. So instead of putting your diet on ice, put some healthy foods on it. When hunger strikes, convenience often outweighs common sense. It's easy to drop into the nearest gas station and grab a bag of chips, a candy bar... Read More
9. Add, Don't Subtract
[DIET&FITNESS]
Instead of concentrating on cutting foods out of your diet, bring new foods to the table. There are probably a whole slew of fruits and vegetables you've never sampled. In order to prevent yourself from feeling deprived, train yourself to look at all the foods you can eat instead of those you should stay away from. Try branching out in the produce section of the supermarket. Instead of buying the usual head of iceberg lettuce for salads,... Read More
Instead of concentrating on cutting foods out of your diet, bring new foods to the table. There are probably a whole slew of fruits and vegetables you've never sampled. In order to prevent yourself from feeling deprived, train yourself to look at all the foods you can eat instead of those you should stay away from. Try branching out in the produce section of the supermarket. Instead of buying the usual head of iceberg lettuce for salads,... Read More
10. Five Veggies and Fruits a Day
[MOMS]
Face it - getting your kids to veg out is no easy feat. And force-feeding them fruits isn't much simpler. The fact remains, no matter how difficult the task may be, every member of your family should be getting their five a day. The Center for Disease Control recommends that people consume at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day in any form - whether it's fresh, frozen, canned, dried or even 100 percent... Read More
Face it - getting your kids to veg out is no easy feat. And force-feeding them fruits isn't much simpler. The fact remains, no matter how difficult the task may be, every member of your family should be getting their five a day. The Center for Disease Control recommends that people consume at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day in any form - whether it's fresh, frozen, canned, dried or even 100 percent... Read More
