Diets

Does fasting really benefit your health?

Sarah W. Caron — Fri, 24 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700

Fasting is nothing new. Some fast for religious purposes. Some fast to cleanse themselves. Others fast because ... well, they just like the early bird special. But could fasting actually be a good health move?

Sarah's Slim down: Week four of Inferno

Sarah W. Caron — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 10:19:00 -0800

Ever wonder if a diet plan's claims are for real? We sure do — so we've decided to put health and diet plans to the test, starting with DailyBurn.com's Inferno program. Is it too good to be true?

Blast through extra pounds with the SHRED diet

Jessica Padykula — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 03:04:00 -0800

One of the most common concerns for people trying to lose weight is hitting a plateau. You get close to your goal — and then the scale stops budging. No. 1 New York Times bestseller and Dr. Oz-approved, SHRED: The Revolutionary Diet is helping people push past that problem, jump-start weight loss and meet their fitness goals faster than ever.

Celebrity mom-inspired diet programs that work

Molly Cerreta Smith — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 13:00:00 -0800

Yes, celebrity moms have access to personal trainers and personal chefs to help them drop their baby weight ASAP. But many celebrity moms opt for diet plans that are realistic for us "ordinary" moms. Check out these diets of the stars and why they can work for you, too.

Paleo Diet: Eat like our ancestors to lose weight and feel great

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 09:41:00 -0800

A mind-boggling array of diets and weight-loss methods make it hard to figure out what to eat. A simple trip to the grocery store can quickly become a diet minefield. But one way of eating makes things fairly simple – eat how our hunter-gatherer ancestors did. The Paleolithic diet , has been steadily gaining popularity and interest from people who want a less complicated, yet highly nutritious, way of eating. We delved further into this diet to find out the basics and the benefits.

DASH diet nabs top spot on best diet list

Laura Willard — Fri, 04 Nov 2011 11:07:00 -0700

U.S. News compiled its list of Best Diets for Healthy Eating and the DASH diet came in first. If you're not familiar with the DASH diet, keep reading for details, as well as the other top diets for health.

When a detox diet is really necessary

Carrie Kelly, RD — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 09:24:00 -0700

With the summer season right around the corner, more and more people are looking to get it in gear and get fit with intensified workout routines. But if you’re just working out, you may not be seeing the results that you want, and this could be because of your eating habits. Have you considered a detox diet to see if it makes a difference? If so, make sure you know whether or not you really need one, since detox diets should not be taken lightly. Here are some tips to determine when a detox is really necessary.

Beauty Finds: Vitamin Gummies and tips from Dr. Lindsay Duncan

Jenna Busch — Wed, 25 May 2011 13:53:00 -0700

At SheKnows we are loving Genesis Today's Gummie Vitamins. It reminds us of being a kid and it's certainly no chore to take your daily vitamins when they taste this yummy! We got to chat with their creator, Naturopathic Doctor & Superfood Expert, Dr. Lindsey Duncan. Dr. Duncan is a food guru to tons of celebrities including Demi Moore and Marc Jacobs. He gave us some info on the vitamins, super fruits and great weight loss advice. He also shares the weirdest weight loss myths he's ever heard from his celebrity clients.

Tricks to turbocharge your metabolism

Karen Hawthorne — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 16:39:00 -0700

Conventional diet and exercise plans recommend exercising 60 to 90 minutes five days a week and the need to eat five small meals a day. But a new program breaks those rules to help people boost metabolism and get lean with lifestyle changes that work for hectic schedules. Here’s more on “turbocharging” your metabolism by not dieting nor exercising.

The HCG Diet: Your questions answered

Michelle Dudash — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 03:49:00 -0700

Swimsuit season is right around the corner, leaving many women looking for something new to try this spring to lose those stubborn winter pounds. The HCG diet is one of the hottest diet crazes of the moment, leaving dieters curious. Here are the answers to the big questions.

What to eat before and after a workout

Linda Melone, CSCS — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 11:27:00 -0700

It seems every other day, new research tells you something different about how to eat when you exercise. Cardio on an empty stomach burns fat – or does it? Eat protein after your workout – or is it carbs first, protein later? Before you opt to simply sit on the couch with a bag of Doritos, let us fill you in on the best foods to eat before and after a workout.

2-week weight loss: Tips for getting started

Kim Grundy — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 05:51:00 -0800

Whether you are trying to shed those last five pounds for a wedding, reunion or to fit back into your favorite pair of jeans, you can lose weight and keep it off with our 2-week weight loss plan. No extreme measures or fad diets – just small adjustments to your everyday life. Here is how to get started.

Free printable food diary template

SheKnows Diet & Fitness Experts — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 08:00:00 -0800

Need to keep your diet on track, to track possible food allergies, or just want to be a little more conscious about what you're eating? Download this free, printable food diary page to journal what you eat and drink each week!

Save your calories and fat: Try these tasty swaps

SheKnows Food & Recipe Editors — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:44:00 -0800

Less fat and fewer calories doesn't have to mean less flavor and fewer reasons to enjoy any given food! Here are six simple swaps you can make to lighten your meals.

4 Cool tools for healthy eating

Diane Mallek — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 09:26:00 -0800

Now that the holidays are over, you probably want to get your diet back on track and, while it can be a daunting task, it's not impossible. Sometimes navigating the waters of healthy eating can leave consumers feeling more overwhelmed than they were before, but don’t despair! Here are four easy to use cool food tools that will help you eat better, feel better, and keep your waistline in check.

Carrie Wilson fired as a spokesmodel for The Fresh Diet

Meagan Morris — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:32:00 -0800

Carnie Wilson was fired from her gig with The Fresh Diet after she was caught promoting her own line of cheesecakes, a big no-no. What does she have to say about it?

Can you really lose 21 pounds in 21 days?

Meagan Morris — Fri, 15 Oct 2010 09:47:00 -0700

Comedian Steve Harvey said he's trying to lose 21 pounds in 21 days on the Martha's Vineyard Detox Diet. What is this plan and is it even safe?

Harmful ingredients to avoid in misleadingly healthy foods

Vanessa Sands — Thu, 07 Oct 2010 16:37:00 -0700

Do you know what you're eating? The kitchens of many well meaning, informed people are stocked with foods that contain potentially harmful ingredients. The problem: Overly processed, chemically enhanced foods masquerading as healthy choices. Even so-called health foods contain food substances, fillers and chemicals we all should avoid. Here's a look at three common items from the typical family's fridge and pantry -- and what's wrong with them.

Getting in shape for your wedding

OneWed.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:38:00 -0800

Setting your wedding date makes diet and quick weight loss plans you normally wouldn't consider suddenly seem reasonable. It's tempting, you have a set amount of time and you want to look your best in your wedding pictures. But, it's also a bad idea. Wedding planning is stressful. Now is not the time to compromise your health or your sanity by making drastic changes.