Ostrich Gets a Standing 'O' Nov 15 07:45am Looking to try something new? Ostrich is a healthy and delicious lean substitute for any red or white meat. It absorbs your favorite marinade and ounce per ounce, ostrich provides more protein and iron than chicken, turkey, beef, lamb and pork.... Read more

The Negative Health Effects of Wine Nov 09 10:00am Drinking moderate amounts of wine as part of a healthy lifestyle has been shown to be beneficial. However, it's not for everyone. Certain medical conditions are worsened by the consumption of wine, so it's vital you seek the advice of your... Read more

The Health Benefits of Wine Nov 06 09:51am Is wine healthy? In moderation and as part of an overall healthy lifestyle, the short answer is yes! Thanks to its alcohol content and nonalcoholic phytochemicals (naturally occurring plant compounds), wine has been shown to reduce the risk of heart... Read more

How to Avoid the Evils of Trans Fats Nov 02 07:38am Beware trans fats! If you've heard the warning but aren't sure what you're supposed to do about it, here are answers: What are trans fats? Trans fats are unsaturated fatty acids that have been transformed to a more saturated state... Read more

Best and Worst Halloween Eats Oct 30 04:05am Pretty ironic that the premise of Halloween is built around two opposite sides of the food spectrum; pumpkin and sugar-laden candy! First, the lowdown on pumpkin. Pumpkin is a nutrition powerhouse, it’s low in calories, loaded with nutrition, fat... Read more

4 Simple Steps to a Fitter Family Oct 24 08:28am Becoming a fit family may be easier than you think. Follow these guidelines and reap the benefits!   Step One: Make health a family affair    Numerous studies show healthy habits are contagious, and kids are more likely to be physically active and... Read more

How to Decode a Food Label Oct 17 12:22pm Once you get familiar with all the information on food labels, you can check out the stats on every package you buy. Before long, you'll have a shopping cart full of healthy choices! Here are my top things to look for:   Serving Size and... Read more

Four Steps to Avoiding a Deadly Heart Attack Oct 09 05:03am Heart disease is the number-one killer in the United States. Take steps to lower your overall risk now:   Step #1: Keep Your Cholesterol and Blood Pressure in Check Here's what your numbers should be: Total cholesterol: LDL-cholesterol:... Read more

Accessorize Your Meal the Low-Cal Way Oct 05 12:01pm Mayo, salad dressing, coleslaw, hash browns, butter spreads, french fries, and sour cream -- it's easy to pack on the pounds from consuming too many calorie-laden condiments and side dishes. But fortunately, a few easy swaps will enable you to... Read more

The Skinny on 4 Fad Diets Oct 02 03:01pm Here are the premises - then the actual pros and cons - of four famous fad diets. 1) The Fad: Juice Fasts and Master Cleanses! The Premise : These diets put your body through "detox" ... supposedly eliminating toxins and providing a rest... Read more