March 20, 2018 Foods that work better together Pairing certain foods can do a lot more than just satisfy your taste buds. The right food combinations can enhance the nutritional value of many foods and activate their disease-fighting properties. Try these synergistic food combinations to create a nutritional effect greater than the sum of the individual parts.
March 20, 2018 Replace caffeine with these 4 energy-boosting foods Put down the coffee and back away from the energy drinks. Food—not caffeine—is your body's natural fuel, and noshing on the right sources can give you the kick in the butt you need to power through the day. So what food gives you the biggest buzz? Turns out it's our frenemy, the carbohydrate. Recent research from the Penn State College of Medicine found that increased carb intake results in all-day alertness. That's not an excuse to order a meatball sub with a side of lasagna for lunch thinking you'll soar through your work day. If you carb, carb smart. Refined, processed carbs will make your energy crash after a mere 30 minutes, and overloading on the sweet stuff hoping for a sugar high might land you with a sleep disorder. Here, four carb-filled foods that bring all-day energy. DETAILS: 7 Trends You'll Be Wearing Next Fall
March 20, 2018 Healthy gluten-free ice cream toppings Nothing tastes better than a cold dessert on a hot summer day. Whether you’re an ice cream consumer or frozen yogurt fanatic, there are plenty of topping combinations to enjoy. Although cookies and brownie chunks may sound delicious, nutritious toppings are better for your body. Here are a couple of options that are healthy, gluten-free and taste great:
March 20, 2018 How to save $500 a year on groceries by eating healthy Shop smart and save! Use these grocery-buying tips to help minimize expenses and eat well at every turn.
March 20, 2018 Surprising health uses for everyday foods If all you do is eat it, the food in your fridge and pantry isn't living up to its full potential. The latest research shows that everyday foods like vinegar and yogurt can be used as home remedies, for health and beauty challenges ranging from sunburns to a bout of the blues.
March 20, 2018 Supermarket superstars: Nutritious food for $1 per serving Uncover the superstars of the supermarket! Eat the best you can buy -- all for less than $1 per serving.
March 20, 2018 Household items you don't clean - but should Some items in your house may host some nasty germs. Learn how to clean these often overlooked items.
March 20, 2018 Hot new beverage trends Looking for something to quench your thirst? In honor of National Beverage Day, Chandra Davis, founder of Drink Chia, discusses seven drinks that are not only cool to drink, but healthy, too
March 20, 2018 10 Mother’s Day gifts for a healthier you You work every day of the year to make sure your kids are healthy and happy, but guess what? If you don’t put yourself first, you’ll end up feeling depleted – physically, mentally and emotionally. So when your spouse asks what you want for Mother’s Day, forget the new vacuum and check out one of these 10 great gifts.
