6 Diets to Avoid Sep 28 03:01pm When it comes to losing weight, everyone's in search of a magic bullet. But don't fall for the hype. Unfortunately, there's no short-term fix for long lasting weight loss. So learn to identify these six red flags: 1. Diets that promote or... Read more

Foods That Make You Smarter! Sep 26 10:28am Want to ace your next exam or presentation at work? Ditch the soda, cookies, and candy.... Instead, load up on the following winning foods! Your pre-test meal should consist of slow-release carbohydrate plus high-quality protein. This winning... Read more

Cheap Eats: Nutritious Food for Nearly Nada Sep 23 06:58am Many people assume that eating healthy is expensive. But the truth is, you can enjoy healthy dishes without spending a fortune - really! My top three tips: plan ahead, take advantage of generic store brands, and buy healthy items in bulk from... Read more

Are Beverages Making You Fat? Aug 17 12:34am Sixty-six percent of Americans are overweight - and liquid calories are part of the problem. Guzzle a 20-ounce bottle of Pepsi and it will cost you 250 calories...order that Starbucks Venti Caramel Macchiato and you're looking at 340 calories.... Read more

Coffee - Fact or Fiction? Aug 15 06:58am Can that afternoon Americano actually be good for you? Does that Red Bull have more or less caffeine than the same amount of coffee? Test your coffee knowledge with this coffee 101!   Fact or fiction? 3 cups of daily joe helps boost your memory...... Read more

Can You Turn Fat Into Muscle? Aug 07 03:00pm You may have heard that by following a proper diet and exercise program, you can actually turn body fat into muscle. Not true. Fat and muscle are two separate entities. You must burn fat and build muscle. Here's how fat is burned: When you lose... Read more

Five Ways to Rev Your Metabolism! Aug 03 10:18am While it's true your metabolism naturally slows down by about 2 to 5% per decade after age 40, there are plenty of things you can do to fight back. Exercise is key for immediate - and lasting - benefits.   Engage in aerobic exercise 4 to 5 days... Read more

Stop Childhood Obesity -- Starting with Your Own Child Jul 26 02:25pm As parents, we spend a lot of time talking to our kids about the dangers of drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, and Internet safety, but obesity rarely comes up. Yet it's clearly one of the biggest concerns in the United States today and poses dangerous... Read more

What's the Deal with Bad Breath Jul 21 07:10am Nothing ruins a good first impression like bad breath. If your breath gets noticed more than you do, check out this Q&A and start breathing easy with tips on how to slay your dragon breath once and for all.   Ever wonder why your breath is so bad in... Read more

4 Rules to Keep Your Food Safe This Summer Jul 18 05:24am Follow these four safety rules for storing, handling, and preparing your food and you'll significantly slash your risk of contracting a food-borne illness. Rule #1: Store your food properly First, set your refrigerator to 40°F or colder and your... Read more