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Secrets to Enjoying Your Night Out Without the Guilt

I have had several people ask me what they should eat when they go out to dinner. My two questions are: What do you like to eat? How often do you eat out? Someone who eats out regularly needs to be...

How to Keep the Pounds Off While on Vacation

You have worked hard to take off the pounds so you will look fantastic in Cancun or Aruba, but once you start your vacation there are so many temptations that it is easy to gain weight again. Below...

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...

How to “Crowd Out” Unhealthy Foods and Improve Your Nutrition

Are you trying to eat healthier but can’t imagine the thought of giving up your favorite foods? Well, one way to obtain a healthier diet is to increase the proportion of healthy foods you eat, whil...

25 Ways to Sneak Veggies into Family Meals and Snacks

Do you worry your family isn’t getting enough vegetables in their everyday diet? Struggling with picky eaters can turn mealtimes into stressful situations. Sometimes, children need to be introduced...

The Pros and Cons of the Ketogenic Diet

You may have already heard of the Keto Diet. It’s been popping up as the latest trend in celebrity diet fads among superstars such as JLo and Kylie Jenner. It’s claim to fame is that it’s the best ...

14 Tips for Staying Healthy on Road Trips

For many, the open road symbolizes freedom and adventure. Despite the excitement of road tripping with friends and family to a new destination, or a favorite getaway, it’s challenging to maintain ...

39 Healthy Road Trip Snack Ideas

It’s easy to mindlessly eat while driving or riding in the car, especially if you’re getting your snacks from rest stops and fast food places. However, you don’t have to toss out your normal health...

Guide to a Healthier Cinco de Mayo

Who doesn’t love an excuse to get together with friends, enjoy delicious foods, and tasty drinks? Cinco de Mayo gives us the perfect reason to go out and have fun. Mexican food can be healthy; bea...

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’...

How to Eat Out Without Sabotaging Your Healthy Habits

When you are trying to eat healthier, ordering food at some restaurants can seem impossible. Many restaurant menus are loaded with tantalizing options that tempt you into ordering a sugary, salty –...

Why You Should Be Eating Chia Seeds and 7 Easy Recipes

What are chia seeds and why should you be eating them? Chia seeds, yes the ch-ch-ch-chia of TV fame, come from the mint plant and are incredibly healthy for you. These little seeds are provide a ma...

Top Nutrition Tips to Follow When Training for a Marathon

During your marathon training, you’re going to substantially increase your weekly mileage and the stress put on your body. You will also burn a lot of calories during conditioning workouts. You n...

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...