What’s 4th of July without a BBQ? Of course, you want to celebrate your independence, but should it come at the price of your diet? It’s easy to engage in mindless eating in the heat of the moment. However, you won’t believe how quickly you can derail your weight loss…
The start of nice weather means everything is thawing out. Breaking out the bicycle is a great idea for jumpstarting spring weight loss. Getting around by bike is also a great way to get a head start on celebrating Earth Day by eschewing gas-guzzling cars. Riding your bike for an…
If you reserve eating turkey for the almighty Thanksgiving feast, then you’re likely shortchanging yourself and depriving yourself on one of the healthiest foods around. Bird is the word, as this festive food is chock full of goodness. Lean white meat, breasts, tenderloins, cutlets and ground turkey are all healthy…
They don’t call it a beer belly for nothing. Drinking excessive amount of alcohol can pack on the pounds. So if you’re watching your waistline, you may want to skip that next round. It’s important to remember that all alcoholic drinks are not created equal. Perhaps the smartest choice calorie-wise…
It may sound too good to be true, but it’s not. You’ll get more bang for your dieting buck if you fill up on low energy-density foods, such as non-starchy vegetables, nonfat milk and soup broths. That means you get bigger portions with less calories. A study conducted by Dr….
Believe it or not, there are actually people out there that think the only way to prepare their favorite proteins — and other mealtime staples — is by frying it in Crisco. Not so much. In reality, there are many diet-friendly ways to cook – sautéing, poaching, broiling, smoking, roasting…
Use smaller plates. When you’re trying to get a handle on portion sizes, your dinner can drown on those 12-inch plates. Suddenly, those healthy helpings can look smaller than ever. Trick your brain by enjoying sensible servings on a smaller platter. It will be difficult to “overdo” it when there’s…
Most of us know what foods to choose – and which to avoid – when trying to lose weight. But the average American gets one-fifth of his or her calories from drinks, so it pays to take a look at the liquid refreshment you choose. It’s especially important to stay…
Come mealtime, you can’t lose by going green. We’re talking about stocking up on green fruits and vegetables that are chock-full of vitamins and nutrients. Getting your fill of those leafy greens is a good place to start. Leafy vegetables fit well with any healthy meal plan because they’re low…
Some of the latest delivery offerings would inspire fear in even the staunchest pizza fans. Everyone knows that gooey, meaty, cheesy pizza is bad for your health and your diet, with astronomical fat and calorie counts. But keep an eye out for some new heavy hitters that’ll make a deep…