Best and Worst Fast Food Muffins
My assumption, in ordering a wholesome-looking, berry-studded muffin virtually every day, was that I was making a healthy choice. It turns out, however, that that's not necessarily the case.
My assumption, in ordering a wholesome-looking, berry-studded muffin virtually every day, was that I was making a healthy choice. It turns out, however, that that's not necessarily the case.
EatingWell | Posted 05.29.2012
Anyone who's ever watched a teenager (grudgingly) wash one fork at a time when it's their turn to do the dinner dishes has thought "I wonder if that's really the most efficient use of our resources."
EatingWell | Posted 05.29.2012
Here's the thing: under normal circumstances, some inflammation is a good thing -- it's your body's natural protective response to an illness or injury.
EatingWell | Posted 05.16.2012
Some people swear by holding a piece of bread in your mouth while cutting onions. Others say cutting them next to a candle or under running water helps. After trial and error, below are a few tips I've found that really work.
EatingWell | Posted 05.11.2012
By selecting the right things to put in your cart and the right ones to put back on the shelf, you can painlessly slash big bucks from your grocery bills. Here's my simple guide to what to buy and what to skip to save money at the grocery store.
EatingWell | Posted 05.06.2012
When she's not co-hosting her Emmy Award-winning ABC talk show, running or playing with her three young children, you can find Elisabeth Hasselbeck in her kitchen.
EatingWell | Posted 05.03.2012
Want to lighten up your favorite banana bread recipe? Here are four of my best tricks you can use to make your banana bread recipe healthier and delicious.
EatingWell | Posted 04.27.2012
Now that spring has sprung, loading up on more fresh veggies, and that has me thinking about the best way to store them to keep them at their freshest.
EatingWell | Posted 04.22.2012
A recent government study said more than half of all Americans take dietary supplements, which in my opinion is surprisingly high, considering these pills and powders aren't regulated like drugs but like foods.
EatingWell | Posted 04.20.2012
I used to have a love-hate relationship with boneless, skinless chicken breast. On the love side, it's a lean, healthy protein but, its flavor is so mild and it always seemed to be dried out from being overcooked.
EatingWell | Posted 05.09.2012
Nutrition facts panels can be tedious to read -- which is why, unless you're a dedicated, detailed label-reader, you might be surprised to learn that sometimes there are not-so-healthy ingredients hiding in food you'd otherwise think is healthy.
EatingWell | Posted 04.04.2012
Quinoa, pronounced KEEN-wah, is a tiny, nutty-tasting, gluten-free grain that delivers healthy doses of fiber. It is also one of the only plant foods that is a complete protein, meaning it provides the body with all nine essential amino acids.
EatingWell | Posted 05.30.2012
There are so many different types of salmon, which is loaded with heart-healthy, brain-boosting omega-3 fats, and ways to serve them that it would be hard for me to get bored with this fish.
EatingWell | Posted 05.30.2012
Here are six fish that are healthy for you and the planet -- that Seafood Watch says you should be eating -- plus six to avoid.
EatingWell | Posted 04.12.2012
Some habits can be tough to break. When it comes to cooking, you may have some bad habits that you're not even aware of. So, here are 10 common bad cooking habits that you should break.
EatingWell | Posted 05.16.2012
Last time I visited the dentist, we were having one of those awkward, mouth-full-of-toothpaste conversations.
EatingWell | Posted 05.16.2012
Asparagus, with its delicate green color, bright flavor and newborn-shoot shape isn't so much a sign of spring as it IS spring.
EatingWell | Posted 05.14.2012
A new study from the British Medical Journal showed that cognitive decline -- a decrease in memory and reasoning capacity -- can start to affect our brains as early as 45! Give yourself a mental boost now with these four foods.
EatingWell | Posted 05.07.2012
I'm going to use some time-saving shortcuts to get a healthy dinner on the table for my family and get me a few extra minutes at the end of the day.
EatingWell | Posted 05.01.2012
I have made it my mission to figure out how to make French toast (and make it healthier) at home. Here are my secrets to perfect, healthier French toast
EatingWell | Posted 04.28.2012
Five common pitfalls that can hinder weight loss or cause you to spend more at the grocery store, and I offer ways to avoid them.
EatingWell | Posted 04.28.2012
Every year, 76 million Americans get sick from food, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Nothing you can do will ever guarantee 100 percent protection against food-borne illness, but taking certain precautions can help reduce your risk.
EatingWell | Posted 04.22.2012
Chances are you have a microwave sitting somewhere in your kitchen. They've gotten smaller over the years, but even the most svelte version takes up precious real estate. It's time to put that baby to work.
EatingWell | Posted 04.21.2012
EatingWell's editors have identified six easy ways to save money that, when taken together, will put over $250 back in your pocket each month.
EatingWell | Posted 04.19.2012
Though your genes determine how much cholesterol your body produces naturally, your diet plays a role too. If you're worried about your cholesterol, aim to eat less saturated fat and more fruits and vegetables. Add these foods to your diet, too.
EatingWell | Posted 06.01.2012