Here are 21 seemingly-healthy foods that are not actually healthy choices. You might be surprised to find that some of these culprits are foods that you eat on a daily basis.

Without sufficient amounts of protein, carbohydrates, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, you could start to experience memory loss and cognitive decline.

Strength training is a must when it comes to your fitness routine, especially for women. Research continues to pile up showing that strength training is a powerful tool in the management of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, osteoporosis and age-related weight gain.

The word is out: Fat — or at least “good fat” — is not something you should banish from your diet. Monounsaturated fat, a staple in the Mediterranean diet, is the “good fat” that may actually help you lose weight, whittle your middle, keep blood sugar levels in check, lower harmful LDL-cholesterol and much more.

Have some vacation days stored up at work? Take them! Vacations aren’t just a time to escape reality. Studies are showing that they’re important for a healthy mind, body and spirit. But it doesn’t have to be a lavish Mediterranean getaway.

This workout is your legs’ best friend, acting as your virtual four-inch heels and making your legs look longer and leaner. So what are you waiting for? Build shapely legs with the lean, sexy legs workout.

According to a survey that polled more than 14,000 people, the majority of Americans believe that breakfast is important (and nutritionists agree), yet only 34 percent of adults actually take the time to eat a morning meal. So where’s the disconnect?

Eat less and exercise more. That’s the simple solution to anyone’s weight-loss questions. But if it were really that easy, more people would be in great shape. Turns out, some of your other behaviors play a big role in fat loss.

Ever experienced diet boredom? Well, herbs and spices are the easiest and healthiest ways to make your skinless, boneless chicken breast that much more exciting. "

Did your mom ever warn you against venturing outside into the cold with wet hair? Or has your grandma scolded you for jumping into a swimming pool less than 30 minutes after eating? When it comes to health, old wives’ tales abound. But are there kernels of truth to be found in them?

This single beverage can be so many things to so many people. A jolt of wake-me-up caffeine; a vice; an addiction; a meal (where my bulletproofers at?); a mood booster or conversation starter. (Wanna meet for a cup of coffee, anyone?

If you’re looking for some smoothie excitement, read on to see nine delicious – and nutritious – new combinations for a quick breakfast you can sip on the go.