nutrition

Dieting & Nutrition

5 Reasons you need to eat more fiber

Fiber is more than just a diet buzzword, it is a crucial nutrient that your body needs to ward off chronic illnesses and achieve...

Child Development & Health

Is fast food a bad parenting choice?

British teen Stacey Irvine recently fell ill after a steady diet of little more than McDonald's Chicken McNuggets. Who is to blame...

Healthy Recipes & Nutrition

What type of flour should I be buying?

It's easy for us to not put a lot of thought and consideration into certain commodity purchases like sugar, salt and flour. There...

Tweens, Teens & College

French nutritionist proposes giving kids better grades for being slim

A French nutritionist has drafted a proposal to help end childhood obesity in France by giving extra credit for staying thin. Is...

School Age Kids

Georgia's anti-obesity campaign brings childhood obesity to light

The state of Georgia has gone to a new level with a bold collection of anti-obesity ads that specifically target the childhood...

Super Moms Guide: Cooking & Cleaning

Starting a breakfast tradition with your kids

Skipping breakfast can mean your children go 16 hours or more without eating anything. This lack of nutrition can leave them feeling...

Super Moms Guide: Cooking & Cleaning

Start them young: Importance of breakfast for preschoolers

We always hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day -- and it's true. Breakfast starts the day off right and...

Pets & Animals

What to look for in pet food ingredients

We know what to look for in our food ingredient labels: low sodium, high protein and natural ingredients. For the most part, a quick...

School Age Kids

Kids' breakfast food is more like dessert

Would you give your children cookies for breakfast? A new report from the Environmental Working Group reveals that many breakfast...

Baby & Toddler

Should you force your toddler to eat?

When it comes to eating toddler foods, your youngster seems to have an opinion about the fare he feeds on. But does your picky eater...

Skincare

Anti-aging foods to add to your diet

A healthy diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables is essential for healthy, youthful-looking skin. Foods that are rich in...

Healthy Recipes & Nutrition

Are GMOs on the menu?

As the saying goes, you are what you eat, but do you know what you're eating? There is often controversy surrounding food, food...

Child Development & Health

Essential vitamins for moms and kids

As parents, we do a lot to make sure our kids are feeling happy and healthy. When it comes to vitamins and minerals, conflicting...

Healthy Recipes & Nutrition

Send your child to college with healthy eating habits

Your child is packing up to head to college -- and along with that sad tug in your heart, you feel concern for her health now that...

Monday Mom Challenge

Monday Mom challenge: Take a hard look at your eating habits

Yes, we get it. Your relationship with food is complex. It’s more that eating and enjoying nutritious food that gives you the energy...

School Food

School lunch ideas kids actually like

Get creative and introduce kids to new ways to enjoy favorite foods!

School Food

Back to school food dos and don’ts

Back-to-school time is just around the corner. Many children don't get proper nutrition when eating lunch at school. Teach your...

Healthy Recipes & Nutrition

Summer quinoa recipes

Quinoa is a high-protein, gluten-free seed that has become the darling of the whole grains realm. Available in ivory, red, and black...

Dieting & Nutrition

The best gluten-free fitness bag essentials

If you've got celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, the workout snacks and locker room items in your gym bag are going to look...

Healthy Recipes & Nutrition

DASH diet ranks best overall

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...

Dieting & Nutrition

Antioxidant power: Polyphenols and why you need them

You’ve surely heard about antioxidants and how important they are in the makeup of your healthy diet, but have you heard of...