There are many reasons you may have to want to eat more fiber.  It may be as part of a weight-loss plan, you may just need to get “regular,” but basically it’s just a part of a balanced diet.  Here are some ways to sneak that extra fiber into your everyday diet: continue reading...

Here’s a secret: the trick to losing weight is to eat less food.  However there are some factors that may lead you to eat more, which will in turn hinder your weight loss efforts.  Check out these reasons your body may think you’re hungry, even though you’re not: continue reading...

Someone may tell you to chow down on some chicken soup when you’re not feeling well.  But it actually does help.  That, along with some other foods in your diet can lead to a killer immune system.  Check out how these foods can boost your immunity: continue reading...

Eating healthy is tough enough, without certain junk foods disguising themselves as healthy choices.  Here is a list of some of the worst culprits, and some better alternatives:

Baked potato chips:  May be low in fat, but they’re still high in calories and aren’t nutritionally beneficial.
Alternative: Popcorn - Still salty and crunchy, but high in fiber and lower in calories. continue reading...

You hear a lot about superfoods, but mainly how great they are to have in your diet. Here’s another list of foods you should consider throwing in your grocery basket:

  Beets - Why they’re healthy:  Folate and betaine (which can help lower your risk of heart disease), and their pigments may help fight cancer.
How to eat them:  Not from a jar, but fresh and uncooked. continue reading...

A new study has found that the vast majority of beef and chicken served in fast food was fed almost exclusively corn.  The study looked at McDonald’s, Wendy’s and Burger King.  The findings of the study suggest that mandatory ingredient labeling would be beneficial to the fast food industry.  Read more… continue reading...

Good news! You can now have ice cream while staying slim- just try one of these healthy and yummy options. continue reading...