diet

The 7 Basics of Successful Dieting

Posted on July 19, 2011
How to spot an eating disorder in teens

he more you can make smart choices an automatic part of your life, the better off your body will be in the long run, say Michael F. Roizen, M.D., and Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., authors of YOU: Losing Weight: The Owner’s Manual to Simple and Healthy Weight Loss.

9 Healthy Snacking Tips

Posted on July 13, 2011
Healthy snack ideas

In order for a snack to do its job, be sure it’s balanced–or else you may still be hungry and will have wasted calories on food that didn’t satisfy you, says Keri Gans, MS, RD, CDN, author of The Small Change Diet: 10 Steps to a Thinner, Healthier You.

Why Skipping Meals Is Diet Sabotage

Posted on July 11, 2011

Can you really lose weight by eating frequently? Yes, says Jeffry S. Life, M.D., Ph.D., author of The Life Plan: How Any Man Can Achieve Lasting Health, Great Sex, and a Stronger, Leaner Body. The key is to not consume more calories than you need at any one time.

What to Do if Your Child Has Food Allergies

Posted on June 29, 2011
Nut allergies are on the rise among children

Scary, challenging, and seemingly more commonplace than ever, food allergies pose serious health and safety risks for millions of American children. And while we’ve gotten used to seeing “peanut-free zones,” a recent study suggests that it might be time to take a closer look at allergy severity and what it means.

Fast Weeknight Meal Ideas: Summer Seafood Recipes

Posted on June 24, 2011
Seafood pasta recipes are great for summer

There’s nothing quite like fresh seafood on a warm summer’s night. Light and full of flavor, the sea’s bounty offers endless possibilities and healthy nutrients like vitamin D, selenium, and omega-3 fatty acids.

The Best Packaged Food Choices for Busy People

Posted on June 24, 2011
Store-bought packaged oatmeal with fruit is a great quick meal option

No time to cook from scratch but still want to eat healthy? Consider these “fast” food recommendations from Jeffry S. Life, M.D., Ph.D., author of The Life Plan: How Any Man Can Achieve Lasting Health, Great Sex, and a Stronger, Leaner Body.

How to Avoid Workplace Weight Gain

Posted on June 23, 2011
Stay fit while working with simple exercises you can do at your desk

A new study confirms the rather obvious relationship between an increase in desk jobs and the U.S.’s rapidly rising obesity rate. But while it’s easy to target less “work” at work as a problem, it’s more important to determine what you can do to stop packing on the pounds while sitting at your computer.

Pesticides in Produce: Are Your Faves on The Dirty Dozen List?

Posted on June 23, 2011
Know how to shop for vegetables and fruits with lower pesticide levels

Eating your fruits and veggies may not be as simple as you think, according to a new report from the Environmental Working Group. Warning consumers against the “dirty dozen” — fruits and vegetables most likely to be contaminated with pesticides — it’s an eye-opening study that highlights what really goes into the production of food, and what it means for your family’s health.

Skinny Your Sushi: What to Eat When Dining Out

Posted on June 21, 2011
What to eat at a sushi restaurant if you

If you love sushi, you don’t have to give it up — but keep in mind that while fish is healthy, the calories in this cuisine vary depending on how it’s prepared. Here’s how to have your sushi and eat it, too, from Keri Gans, MS, RD, CDN, author of The Small Change Diet: 10 Steps to a Thinner, Healthier You.

Break through Your Workout Plateau

Posted on June 20, 2011
Mixing up your fitness regimen with cross training activities like spinning is helpful for breaking a plateau

The pounds have been steadily dropping for months and you’ve never felt better. But then suddenly, out of nowhere, you’re stuck: The number on the scale hasn’t budged, and you’re frustrated. What gives? You’ve kept the same fitness regimen, so the weight loss should continue to be the same too, right? Wrong.

Food Safety Tips for a Healthy Summer

Posted on June 15, 2011
Food safety tips to prevent food poisoning and e. coli

A healthy diet is all about knowing what you’re putting in your body — from the nutritious foods you want to eat to the harmful bacteria you don’t. Especially in the warm summer months, it’s important to remember that if you’re not careful, some of the healthiest foods could potentially be the most dangerous carriers of salmonella and E. coli.

A Guy’s Grocery Checklist for Losing Weight

Posted on June 15, 2011
Men should use this healthy eating shopping checklist for weight loss

Guys, stock your kitchen with these essentials, then choose an easy-to-follow, fat-burning diet from The Life Plan: How Any Man Can Achieve Lasting Health, Great Sex, and a Stronger, Leaner Body, by Jeffry S. Life, M.D., Ph.D.

The Ultimate 60-Minute Treadmill Workout for New Moms

Posted on June 14, 2011
Lose the baby weight with Alison Sweeney

This focused, effective workout will make you sweat — and help you get you back to your pre-pregnancy weight in no time. From The Mommy Diet: A Month-by-Month Plan for a Healthy Body and Mind Before, During, and After Pregnancy, by Alison Sweeney, host of The Biggest Loser.

6 Ways to Beat Morning Sickness

Posted on June 11, 2011

These tried-and-true strategies will help you cope with pregnancy-related nausea, says Alison Sweeney, host of The Biggest Loser and author of The Mommy Diet: A Month-by-Month Plan for a Healthy Body and Mind Before, During, and After Pregnancy.