If you thought the words “cookie” and “healthy” didn’t belong in the same sentence, think again. Here are 10 cookie recipes that are healthier than the store-bought variety. From natural sweeteners to quality flours, you’ll be baking with good-for-you ingredients. So break out the rolling pin and preheat your oven.

We all know how hard it is to [resist holiday fare](https://www.livestrong.com/slideshow/1009089-15-proven-strategies-avoid-holiday-weight-gain/).

Maybe you’ve heard from friends, read the articles or seen the videos. Canola, they say, is harmful. Some even claim it’s a killer.

You’ve probably heard that fat is bad for you. Food manufacturers market and sell fat-free and low-fat products. Restaurants trim fat off meat. And when folks like Dr. Robert Atkins said we should eat more fat and less cereal, they were shouted down by a legion of nutritional experts.

We assume all granolas are healthy — but that's just not the case. We find out the best and worst granolas when it comes to calorie, fat, sugar and protein.

It happens: That midday (or midnight!) craving makes you reach for a quick snack that may end up skyrocketing your calorie count for the day. When your stomach rumbles, reach for one of these healthy 100-calorie snack options that are easy to prepare, pack and travel with.

Have your avocado toast and 'Gram it too with these simple steps on how to make amazing avocado art.

After last night’s festive Thanksgiving meal, you now have a ton of leftover turkey sitting in the fridge. What to do with it all? Don’t you worry: We have you covered with seven delicious ways to use up all that bird. From turkey pumpkin soup to turkey curry, there’s a recipe for every turkey lover in your family.

Decadent desserts, sweet beverages and calorie-laden sides ... holidays seem to threaten healthy diets far and wide. With festive gatherings packing the calendar for almost two months straight, it can be difficult for many of us to stay on course and emerge in the New Year unscathed by weight gain.

Got leftovers? Don’t trash them — make them new again. Eating everything you cook not only saves time and money, it's good for the planet. When you’re not tossing food scraps out with the trash, you're helping reduce greenhouse gases from entering the environment.

Not sure what to make this Thanksgiving? We've got you covered. With the average diner enjoying more than a whopping 5,000 calories on Thanksgiving Day, you might be wondering how you can enjoy the festivities while not totally derailing your weight-loss efforts.

’Tis the season for casseroles, mashed potatoes, cocktails, pies ... and calories. Yep, we went there, but we're also not telling you to deprive yourself of all the good stuff. Making a few small changes in your holiday recipes can allow you to enjoy yourself without the unwanted weight gain.