5 healthy after-school snacks Kids come home ravenous after a day at school, demanding a delicious afternoon snack. The question is, how do you keep them happy and healthy? Here are five quick and easy recipes that are sure to delight your kids and add some variety to your usual go-to’s.
Healthy lunches to bring to work Looking for a few new ways to spruce up your brown paper bag lunch? Look no further - these recipes are quick to make and healthy, too. Everyone needs a good sandwich recipe. It's a well-known fact that a lunch filled with protein, healthy fats, fiber and whole grains keeps you fuller longer. Skip the burger joint!
Most fraudulent foods Do you really know what’s in your go-to olive oil? And what about that favorite coffee blend? You may be scratching your head. “Um, olives and, well, coffee beans, obviously.” Not so fast. Foods we eat every day are packed with things that aren’t supposed to be there—a practice known as “food fraud”—according to a new report from the United States Pharmacopeial Convention and their website FoodFraud.org. In order to reduce costs, unscrupulous companies illegally cut a primary ingredient with something less expensive. And the top 11 most frequently adulterated foods are things many of us eat every single day
Allergy-friendly meals in under 30 minutes Creating a quick, allergy-friendly meal in less than 30 minutes can seem impossible to many people, but it can be done. It's actually quite easy if you use real, whole foods and focus your meal around fresh veggies, lean proteins and healthy fats
7 principles of healthy eating The remedy for eating better isn’t deprivation, blandness, or a rigid diet―it’s incorporating good habits into your life. The key to eating right and maintaining weight is a plan that fits your life. Consider these points:
8 foods to keep your heart healthy You may occasionally include these fruits and vegetables on your grocery list, but the latest research shows berries, flaxseed, soy and other foods help Americans reduce their risk of a heart attack by as much as one-third in some cases
10 gluten-free substitutions Looking for a few ways to spruce up your gluten-free meals? Have no fear: These substitutes are easy to whip up and are just like their gluten-filled counterparts. You won't be missing that gluten after all
7 foods that fight aging When it comes to aging, there are few antidotes to the wear and tear of the years. However the foods you eat can make a significant difference in the appearance of age – inside and out. A diet loaded with excess sugar and refined carbohydrates not only leads to extra pounds, but can also cause cross-linking of collagen that leads to premature wrinkling and saggy skin. To maintain your youthful glow, include these anti-aging super foods in your diet.
