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Handful of Almonds a Day

A handful of almonds a day keeps the cholesterol at bay? It seems that those heart-healthy almonds really do the body some additional good when it comes to helping with cholesterol according to new re...

Fat, but Fit? Not so Fast…

It turns out the “fat, but fit” label that has been used by many people including health care providers for a number of years is actually a misnomer. According to new research, it is eschewing that ol...

Watermelon: Health Benefits and Nutrition Facts

Happy National Watermelon Day! This large fruit packs a big nutritional punch when it comes to nutrients, antioxidants and health. In honor of this special day, here are 6 health benefits of this wond...

Vitamins, Supplements and Poison Center Calls

Vitamins and supplements are part of millions of people’s lives including young and old. In fact, it’s been estimated that more people take them now than those who do not. However, the safety, efficac...

4 Foods That Fight Summer Sunburn

The dog days of summer are here and while this means fun in the sun for many, it can also mean painful sunburns for some. Sunburns are no laughing matter. While they are best prevented through the dai...

How to Eat Healthy at Your 4th of July Cookout

The sun is out, the temperature is rising and the calendar makes it official: it’s summertime! For many, this means cookouts, barbeques and endless fun in the sun. For others, this means struggling w...

Psychological Benefits of Healthy Eating

We often refer to our diet as “fuel” for our bodies. It makes sense that in order for your body to run the smoothest, you need a higher quality diet just as we need high quality fuel for our vehicles....

The 4 Unknown Health Benefits of Basil

Basil is one of my favorite herbs! It is a staple in my kitchen and grows year ‘round in my household. Not only does it offer a fresh and unique taste to many dishes, but it also comes with many healt...

Portion Size vs. Serving Size: Explaining the Difference

Nutrition is a confusing topic for many, and understandably so it is a complex subject matter. There is no right way or wrong way to eat, it really comes down to individual needs but it also comes dow...

Mother's Day Gift Ideas for Healthy Living

With Mother’s Day right around the corner, many people are trying to figure out what to buy for the foodie mom that has every gadget and gizmo out there or, perhaps an aging mom who tells you not to b...

Healthy Foods that Help You Sleep & Foods to Avoid Before Bed

Sleep is critical to our health as it affects every aspect from our immune systems to our risk for developing diabetes and heart disease. Eating a healthy diet isn’t going to ensure you get 8 restful...

What to Eat Before Exercising

Knowing what to eat before exercising can have a major impact on your workout and physical performance. Too much food beforehand can leave you feeling queasy and nauseous. Too little food can leave yo...

The Worst Dinner That's Slowing Down Your Metabolism, According To A Nutritionist

It's dinner time and you're craving comfort food after a long, stressful day. If your mind is on stew or a good, old-fashioned plate of meat and potatoes, you should satisfy that protein craving.&nbsp...

Healthy Snack Options to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

If you believe you eat too much sugar, why not try cutting back rather than abstaining 100 percent? Forcing yourself to eat no sugar at all for any length of time increases the likelihood of binging o...

Does “Fresh” Always Mean Fresh?

If you are a frequent consumer of health information, you have probably heard the recommendation to “eat fresh food” quite often. But what does that actually mean? The term “fresh,” when used on the l...

Ways to Start Dieting if You Hate Dieting

Unfortunately, too many people associate the word “diet” with deprivation. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Let’s break it down. The word “diet” simply means the kinds of food that a person habitua...

Why and How to Avoid Processed Foods

Most people associate the term "processed food" with unhealthy food. While that is sometimes the case it is not the case all the time. How do you know if what you are eating is healthy? Is something t...

Facts About Fat

Dietary fat has long been a villain of the dietary world. Everywhere you went, the message was loud and clear: fat is bad. However, fats are making a comeback! Of course it’s not that simple, because...