As a chef for 20 years, what’s the toughest challenge I’ve ever faced? Soufflés? Demi-glaces? Deep-fried Turkeys? Forget about it. Try getting a five-year-old to willingly eat something other than French fries.
Here are 5 easy tips to help that picky eater change his or her ways.
Sit down and eat with your kids. I know this one sounds [...]
Tomatoes are high in vitamin C, good sources of vitamin A and lycopene, and pack a powerful punch of phytochemicals and antioxidants. All around I consider tomatoes a nearly-perfect food, but today I’m going to focus on just one of the amazing health benefits found in this sweet, succulent fruit. (And, yes, scientifically speaking tomatoes [...]
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Learn more about the Flu Vaccine with Q&A about who should and should NOT get a flu shot, what types of flu vaccines are available and potential side effects of getting a flu shot.
In our busy lives it's often difficult to find the time, and energy, to exercise. I chase my kids all around the house, schoolwork, meetings, soccer practices — it's never ending and there never seems to be time to go to the gym. But there are ways you can work a little exercise into your [...]
Freeze-dried fruit snacks? Do I look like an astronaut? These freeze-dried treats aren’t just for space cadets.
According to new research, the magical properties of water may turn out to be mostly myth. However drinking water is still a good tool for dieters.
Eli Lilly and Company recently unveiled a small tool aimed at battling a big problem - chronic disease. Lilly's free pocket-sized health book, A Healthy You! - America's Guide to Healthy Living, puts useful tips and resources in the hands of Americans to help them lead a healthy life and prevent chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes. Read the full story »
When I became ready to make a difference in my health and weight, diet was the only place I wanted to make changes. Then something happened, as my nutrition improved, I had more energy and eventually I started thinking about fitness.
My favorite tip? Limit "Screen Time." It's a goal I sometimes struggle with -- especially when the new season of Grey's Anatomy starts up. However, limiting screen time is a tried and true solution to the excuse "I don't have time to exercise." Read the full story »
We're so lucky! It's getting easier and easier to find healthy food. Even mainstream stores like Von's and Ralph's are jumping onto the organic fruit cart. Unfortunately, all these choices have yet to make prices fall. How can we make our food budget go farther and still stick to our goals for a healthy diet? Read the full story »
Thanks to a national pastime of supersize proportions, many Americans have no idea what a real serving size looks like. So, when planning a diet to maximize weight loss, portion control is a good place to start. Read the full story »
This super-delish dish is a great way to sneak in some extra veggies without giving up the meaty taste that makes chili a winter comfort food.
I like to serve up a large 2-cup bowl with one of Krusteaz-brand honey cornbread muffins. And at around 2 points* per cup, it’s a great filling meal that helps me stay on track with my weight-loss goals. Read the full story »
