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Make every calorie count with nutrient-dense foods
Grocery stores are stocked with many foods and beverages — some healthy, others not so much. Learn how nutrient-dense foods can help you make every bite count.
Spring into better health: The freezer edition
Spring cleaning your freezer is not only a way to find out what's on the bottom. It can help you make healthy choices. Here's some suggestions to get you started.
Spring into better health: The pantry edition
If you're trying to eat healthier, a good place to start is right in your own pantry. Learn how a little spring cleaning of the pantry can lead to better choices.
Spring into better health: Refrigerator edition
Trying to get some spring cleaning done? Don't forget your refrigerator. Get tips on what to select for food and how to keep it healthy in the refrigerator.
Superfoods: Why you should eat cruciferous vegetables
Remember your mom telling you to "eat your vegetables" because they're good for you? Learn why she was right, what vegetables are considered superfoods and grab an easy recipe to add them to your healthy diet.
Mindful snacking at home
It's easy to reach for a snack if you feel stressed or bored. Here are some tips about being mindful with the types and amount of snacks you eat while at home.
Strategies to control portions
Knowing how to eat healthier can help you take control of how much you eat each day. Start with these tips to remind you of easy ways to judge food portions.
Kids in the kitchen: Early involvement yields oodles of fun
Exposing kids to cooking and baking can lead to good habits and family memories. Here's some tips to help parents get kids in the kitchen.
8 tips to maintain weight during winter holidays
Winter delivers a double whammy of cold temperatures and holiday stress. Instead of reaching for comfort food to cope, try these 8 tips for maintaining a healthy weight.
7 tips for reining in holiday overeating
The joys and stresses of the holidays can lead to overeating. Get 7 tips to help you can enjoy your special treats in a healthier way.
Follow a cholesterol-lowering diet during the holidays
The average adult consumes more than 4,000 calories during Thanksgiving. If you follow a low-cholesterol diet, you still can enjoy foods you love during the holidays. Here’s how to wisely plan your calorie and fat intake.
Maximize memory function with a nutrient-rich diet
What is the best recipe for maximizing memory? Research suggests a healthier selection of dietary fats and plant foods rich in phytonutrients. There still is a lot to learn about what makes a brain-healthy diet.