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How to Eat Healthy on a Budget

When you have a tight budget, eating healthy meals on a consistent basis may seem impossible. However, with some small changes to your routine, you can eat healthier AND save money on your weekly f...

Why is portion control so important?

Whether you want to lose a few pounds or just maintain a healthy weight, eating proper portions is as important as eating the right foods. According to the National Institute of Health, food portio...

9 Things Not to Do When Starting a New Diet

Embarking on a new weight-loss plan can be daunting. There are so many different ideas, theories and diet plans, that it can feel impossible to figure out what works best for you. As if that weren’...

12 Morning Workout Tips That Are Actually Helpful

The New Year is a great time to reflect and make healthy changes in our lives. Each January, about one in three Americans resolve to better themselves in some way. However, statistics show that les...

Last-Minute Thanksgiving Appetizer and Side Dish Recipes

Do you have to bring a side dish for Thanksgiving? Did you put off picking out your recipe until the last minute? If you're still searching for something fun (and healthy) to bring to Thanksgiving ...

Charity of the Month - Action for Healthy Kids

EatSmart fans will continue to select a Charity of the Month in 2016. Fans will submit short stories about the charity’s mission and why it’s meaningful to them. We began our Charity of the Month d...

Easy, No Cooking Required Summer Recipes

Summer days are meant for having fun, not slaving over a warm stove. When it’s just too hot to cook, try a recipe that doesn’t involve turning on the stove. We aren’t talking about a bowl of cereal...

15 Easter Brunch Recipes

Easter is just a hop, skip and jump away! To help you celebrate and eat smart, we rounded up some of our favorite festive brunch recipes. Whether you want healthier breakfast treats, main courses ...

Quick and Easy One-Pot Recipes

Cooking dinner sounds less intimidating if you only have one dish to clean up afterwards. That's why we have gathered 7 delicious, easy one pot meals. No mess, no stress! Honey Garlic Shrimp G...

Slow-Cooker Curried Vegetable Lentil Soup

They say March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb and that seems to be the case in 2016. With temperatures still chilly in much of the country, it is a perfect weekend to make a simple,...

Heart Healthy Honey Basil Fruit Salad

Here at EatSmart, we're continuing to celebrate Heart Health Month with another nutritious recipe! This week, we are featuring a Honey Basil Fruit Salad, which blends together 3 healthy fruits with...

Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among both men and women in the United States. Eating a heart healthy diet can decrease the risk of developing both heart disease and heart attack by hel...

DIY Edible Holiday Gift Ideas

Homemade edible gifts let your friends and family know you're thinking of them and they’ll think of you as they enjoy their goodies. We have compiled a variety of DIY edible gift ideas, some sweet ...

How to Stick to Your Diet During the Holidays

The holidays are a festive time of year filled with family, friends, parties and foods that can derail your diet. You can try to practice restraint, but it’s hard to say no to cookies or your mothe...

Healthy Chili Recipe Round-Up

Do you love to warm up with a delicious bowl of chili? More than just comfort food, chili can be loaded with nutrients from the veggies, beans and lean meat. If you don't consider chili a "healthy"...