Fruits

How to eat seasonally for spring

Kortney Tenaglia — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:43:00 -0800

Intoxicatingly fresh air, green grass, blooming flowers and welcoming sunshine — spring is here. One of the best parts of this season is the freshest of fruits and vegetables it brings to our diets — but wait, what are those again? Living in cities and suburbs, where an array of fruits and vegetables are available to us year-round, makes us oblivious to seasonality. Eating seasonally and freshly is not only healthy, it’s what our bodies were created to do. Here are a few steps and tips to take with you on your next grocery run.

In a pickle: How to prevent fruits and veggies from rotting

Sarah Brooks — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 12:00:00 -0800

There are few things worse than stocking up on fruits and veggies only to have them spoil before you can enjoy them. Start making them last longer!

How to make a fruit vase centerpiece

Kortney Tenaglia — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 10:35:00 -0700

It’s a busy time for wedding decor enthusiasts and brides-to-be as they plan their weddings around the fall and winter seasons. Luckily there is a simple and quick way to make wedding decor current yet seasonally fresh. This DIY fruit vase centerpiece is versatile enough to incorporate into your wedding day -- or even home decor year-round.

Picking fresh fruits

Mary Fetzer — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 01:49:00 -0700

We pinch, punch and pluck fruits to determine whether they're ripe, but there are more accurate ways to tell when your favorite fruit is at its sweetest.

5 Reasons you need to eat more fiber

Michele Borboa, MS — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:57:00 -0700

Fiber is more than just a diet buzzword, it is a crucial nutrient that your body needs to ward off chronic illnesses and achieve optimal health. Aim to consume at least 25 grams of fiber per day, filling your plate with fruits, vegetables and whole grains, as well as reading labels on your everyday food products and choosing food items with the most fiber. Here are just five of the health benefits fiber has to offer.

Cuties Clementines are available nationwide

Alicia French — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 10:51:00 -0800

‘Tis the season for Christmas jingles and over eating, but there is another reason to celebrate this time of year and it doesn't have anything to do with Santa. The kid-friendly fruit that everyone loves, Cuties Clementines, have started to make an appearance in produce sections. Cuties were only available to West Coast residents -- until now.

Bite-sized news: Hungry for the latest food-related updates?

Patricia Conte — Fri, 28 Oct 2011 09:12:00 -0700

Hungry for the latest food updates? Check out these bite-sized portions of food news, hot off the griddle.

What is pawpaw and why should you be eating it?

Laura Willard — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 15:05:00 -0700

Have you heard of pawpaw? We're not talking about your grandpa! The pawpaw is a lesser-known fruit that is full of antioxidants. Learn where to find it and why it's good for you.

DASH diet ranks best overall

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 12:13:00 -0700

Whether you’re trying to shed a few pounds for bathing suit season or you’re on a mission to reduce your risk of weight-related medical conditions , the growing number of diet books, plans and products on the market can be overwhelming. Which diet is for you? Are the most popular diets even safe? To help you cut through the diet hype, U. S. News & World Report reviewed 20 well known diets to determine which ones work and don’t put your health at risk -- and the DASH diet comes out on top.

Antioxidant power: Polyphenols and why you need them

Laura Carson Miller — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 08:10:00 -0700

You’ve surely heard about antioxidants and how important they are in the makeup of your healthy diet, but have you heard of polyphenols? These super-nutrients valiantly fight free radicals and are in your everyday foods -- if you're following a healthy diet. Here's more on polyphenols and why you need them.

How to garden on a budget

Michelle Maffei — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 06:00:00 -0700

Spring has sprung, and gardening season is upon us. But even as you itch to dig deep into your garden, digging deep into your wallet may not be in the budget. Instead of looking longingly out your window at the garden that could be, discover how to garden on a budget, from purchasing self-seeding plants to growing plants from clippings.

Easy, healthy vegetarian dinners

Michele Borboa, MS — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 14:58:00 -0700

Raising your family on a plant-based diet will not only boost their health, but it can even ensure you all live longer. Vegetarian recipes can be just as delicious and are often even easier to prepare than meat-heavy fare. Fresh vegetables, fruits, and herbs from your garden or the farmers’ market make vegetarian meals even more tasty and nutritious. These three easy, healthy vegetarian recipes feature fresh produce, satisfying soy proteins, beans, and nuts along with filling whole grains for family-friendly dinners you can feel good about serving.

3 Natural anti-aging tricks for skin health

Stephanie Taylor Christensen — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 12:39:00 -0800

Preserving your skin from the natural effects of aging, sun damage and the environment rests largely on mitigating the effects of harmful free radicals. In these three cheap and natural anti-aging skin treatments, Mother Nature gives man-made products a run for their money in your quest for an ageless, radiant complexion.

Top 10 freshest scents for the home

Kat Hobza — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 10:12:00 -0800

Food, pets, garbage and dust can all lead to a stale smelling home, especially in the long winter or summer months when a house is closed up for heating or cooling. If you find yourself stepping into your home only to be greeted by an offending whiff, it might be time for a scent makeover. This top 10 list will help restore a more pleasing aroma to your home in no time.

10 Deadly everyday foods

Michele Borboa, MS — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 08:45:00 -0800

Though we assume the foods we buy at the supermarket and order at restaurants are safe to eat, TheDailyMeal.com is warning hungry consumers to beware of certain foods – some seemingly benign – that could send you to the hospital or worse! Here are 10 of the deadliest everyday foods.

The problem with fruits and vegetables

Sarah Kelsey — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 15:20:00 -0800

Dietitian Sue Mah is on a one-woman quest to help North Americans eat healthier, fresher food. One of the biggest concerns she has with our eating habits? How few fruits and vegetables we consume. To give us the lowdown, Mah made time in her busy schedule for an interview with SheKnows.com.

Fast food choices that won’t make you fat

Michele Borboa, MS — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 06:06:00 -0800

Whether you frequent the fast food drive-through or visit it as an absolute last resort for a meal, ordering the healthiest fast food choices can keep your diet on track. Here are five fast food choices that won’t make you fat.

5 Stress-busting foods

Michele Borboa, MS — Sun, 02 Jan 2011 05:36:00 -0800

Do you immediately crave comfort food when stress hatchets your happiness? Reaching for your preferred foods—whether they are high-carb, sugary, fatty, salty, creamy, or crunchy—can certainly make you feel better in the short-run, but if your level of stress has you frequently noshing on high calorie comfort foods, you’re going to create another source of stress: weight gain. Here are five healthy stress-busting foods that offer long-term comfort without the need to worry about your waist.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away

Aly Walansky — Mon, 06 Dec 2010 13:00:00 -0800

The same lowly but tasty fruit that offers vitamin C, antioxidants and fiber also is a premium ingredient in many beauty products and treatments. Here are a few that feature the goodness of apples.

The health benefits of orange fruits and vegetables

Yvelette Stines — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 14:25:00 -0800

The lively color orange represents strength and endurance. The spectrum of this sunny color can enhance a bright and energizing mood as well as richly warm the comforts of home. And the healthy aura of orange doesn't stop there - thanks to the plethora of the nutrients associated with orange-colored fruits and vegetables, consuming orange foods can help your overall health.

Fun ways to make fruit kid friendly

Beth Morrissey — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:44:00 -0700

If it feels like your efforts to strive for five are getting your kids nowhere, try putting a little fun back in your family’s fruit! Kids of all ages will enjoy these creative ways to banish the banana blues and alleviate apple anxiety, not to mention add some flavor and texture back into your days.