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Defeating deprivation: Weight loss can be fun and sustainable
Earlier this year I conducted a survey to learn more about the challenges women experience while eating for…
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Recipe for easy peasy sugar pumpkin puree
If you bought any of the smaller sugar pumpkins to decorate for fall, don’t toss them into the…
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5 expert healthy food hacks so you save time and eat better
1. Rethink fast food: Busy people don’t need fast food they need food fast. Instead of hitting the…
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Keep it light with this creamy roasted pumpkin soup
Given a choice, I have always preferred creamy to broth-based soups. The rich flavor and luscious texture of…
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Short on time and energy? Try these easy Asian-inspired dishes
When your family is stressed, try these side dishes, which make it easier to eat at home
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Fast, healthy meals help you focus when life spins out of control
The very first thing I do when life feels chaotic is create certainty with food.
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Prepared vegetables get healthy food on the table fast
I’m sure you agree, vegetables are an essential ingredient in any healthy diet. They’re particularly important when it…
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Don’t suppress cravings, and try this diet indulgence instead
We have all been there. You are going about your day, minding your own business when suddenly it…
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Ginger steamed cod pays homage to family cat
This week we mourn the end of a 15-year bro-mance that spanned two generations of men in my…
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Peach caprese salad puts summer on the table, quickly and easily
I am a big fan of recipes that come together quickly, and the healthier the better. I especially…
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Pork tenderloin an easy dish for casual summer get-togethers
Summer is my favorite time of year to host a casual meal for friends. Sunny days and balmy…
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Lose weight on vacation? Yes, you can
On vacation, the key to healthy success or a weighty surprise has been in the planning.
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Lose weight on vacation? Yes, you can
Vacation is a marvelous way to escape day-to-day obligations. While you are away, it is essential to use…
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Cooking healthy food is essentially a lifestyle decision
‘If you are going to take the time to prepare food, it should really be something healthy for…
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A classic comfort food
My first meal as a mother was eaten about an hour after my son was born. It was…
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Lentils are the answer for nearly any nutritional problem
I love to talk about food — particularly ways to make healthy eating more attractive and attainable —…
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Make slow, small changes for big health boosts
Our recent warm weather put me in a summery state of mind. A few mornings in a row,…
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Eat the rainbow to meet your healthy, weight-loss goals
This week I got serious and committed to shedding weight that has been creeping up over the past…
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Dine in your very own backyard Provence
I have never been to France though I would very much like to visit. When I do, I…