Nutritional health is achieved through the therapeutic use of whole foods, safe culinary preparation, and understanding the metabolic impacts of specific dietary frameworks and ingredients.
From fruitcake to eggnog and candied yams to pecan pie, popular holiday foods don’t exactly scream “healthy.” But there are ways to enjoy a holiday dinner without chucking all your diet goals out the window. Here are nine easy ways to incorporate nutrient-rich superfoods into your festive spread.
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Cheers -- it's the holiday season! But before you clink your glass, let's make sure that what you're drinking won't throw off your diet goals. While it's easy to spot unhealthy foods, cocktails are a less obvious caloric culprit. The reality is they're often packed with sugar and empty calories.
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It’s that time of year again! This holiday season, there’s sure to be plenty of good food to be shared with family and friends. Celebrate by beginning a new tradition: Fill your holiday gatherings with plant-based goodness. It’s a gift of health to those that you love -- and it can be downright delicious!
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Cozying up with a warm cup of hot chocolate is a favorite childhood pastime, but who says kids should have all the fun? We're talking about hot chocolate made the adult way. Feel like adding a little booze? Brilliant idea. Want to make it spicy? Do it. Tackling the holidays by going Paleo? We’ve got you covered.
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Think you can't indulge in any holiday feasts because you're following a strict Paleo diet? Think again! Each of these recipes are Paleo and free of grains and overly processed foods.
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It’s the season when parties and potlucks are in full swing. But instead of bringing the usual casserole or ham to your next gathering, why not bring something different, such as an easy, homemade snack? From roasted chickpeas to zucchini chips, these recipes are unique, healthy and sure to impress a crowd.
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Yes, it's possible to eat yummy foods and enjoy a festive New Year's Eve party without completely disregarding healthy eating habits. Keep reading to learn about 14 delicious and healthy appetizers to help you ring in the New Year without ramping up the number on the scale.
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Don’t just slurp soup to take the chill off during a cold winter day. Enjoy it regularly to help manage your weight!
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We’re rooting for Ronald McDonald to pull it together, and things are looking up. Luckily for us fast food lovers, America's staple has recently taken a good, hard look at its menu.
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As a health nut, you know how important it is to work wellness into your routine. You take the stairs instead of the elevator and do chair exercises at your desk. And if you’re going to eat out, it’s got to be organic. Why should sex be any exception?
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One of the best things about buying a precooked ham from your local grocery store is that baking it is so simple. You only have to heat it, making for less time in the kitchen — or more time to perfect your sides. An apple juice glaze gives the ham a subtle, sweet taste when added prior to baking the ham.
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While you can eat a fully cooked ham cold, heating it gives it a richer taste. You can even add seasonings or rubs to amplify the flavor. Because it heats up slowly and can lock in the moisture when heated properly, your crock pot is a perfect cooking vessel to heat your fully cooked ham.
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Diet is the single most important element of developing energy for your workout. Really. What you eat [can increase your energy](http://www.livestrong.com/article/1012718-heres-fuel-body-before-workout/) and prepares your body to perform at its maximum during any type of exercise.
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There’s nothing sweet about what too much sugar does to your diet and your health. Sugar has been linked to obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain cancers, acne, wrinkles and other signs of accelerated aging.
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You have a cold. You feel miserable. Tempted to reach for junky comfort foods? Think twice. Many of them will do more harm than good in your fight to get well. That’s because it’s doubly important to steer clear of foods that dehydrate, provoke inflammation or disrupt sleep when you have a cold.
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Is that casserole gluten-free? What about the pie? The answer is most likely “no” for both, especially if we’re talking about standard holiday fare. But you might be surprised by how easy it is to remove gluten from a holiday menu. You just need to know which ingredient swaps to make.
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Chicken is no longer the lean meat you thought it to be. In fact, it has more fat than most ground beef.
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Think it’s impossible to make a delectable dessert in minutes? Think again. Beyond being incredibly quick to prepare, these scrumptious treats burst with nutrients from fruits and whole grains.
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41-year old elementary school teacher Angela shares her experience with Jenny Craig – and the real secret to losing weight.
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Omega-3s have historically caused some confusion among consumers – here’s a deeper look into their history and properties.
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