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Mind and Body March 20, 2018

7 ways to sneak more vegetables into your diet

We all know vegetables are nutrient powerhouses – packed with vitamins and minerals that help reduce our risk for many types of chronic disease including heart disease, obesity, diabetes and cancer. The challenge can be fitting the recommended three to five servings a day into your busy life. Here are seven easy ways to get more veggies in your daily diet.

BEAUTY AND SKIN March 20, 2018

5 foods that make you look younger

The key to glowing skin lies in your stomach.

Mind and Body March 20, 2018

Foods that work better together

Pairing certain foods can do a lot more than just satisfy your taste buds. The right food combinations can enhance the nutritional value of many foods and activate their disease-fighting properties. Try these synergistic food combinations to create a nutritional effect greater than the sum of the individual parts.

Mind and Body March 20, 2018

Replace caffeine with these 4 energy-boosting foods

Put down the coffee and back away from the energy drinks. Food—not caffeine—is your body's natural fuel, and noshing on the right sources can give you the kick in the butt you need to power through the day. So what food gives you the biggest buzz? Turns out it's our frenemy, the carbohydrate. Recent research from the Penn State College of Medicine found that increased carb intake results in all-day alertness. That's not an excuse to order a meatball sub with a side of lasagna for lunch thinking you'll soar through your work day. If you carb, carb smart. Refined, processed carbs will make your energy crash after a mere 30 minutes, and overloading on the sweet stuff hoping for a sugar high might land you with a sleep disorder. Here, four carb-filled foods that bring all-day energy. DETAILS: 7 Trends You'll Be Wearing Next Fall

Mind and Body March 20, 2018

Healthy gluten-free ice cream toppings

Nothing tastes better than a cold dessert on a hot summer day. Whether you’re an ice cream consumer or frozen yogurt fanatic, there are plenty of topping combinations to enjoy. Although cookies and brownie chunks may sound delicious, nutritious toppings are better for your body. Here are a couple of options that are healthy, gluten-free and taste great:  

Mind and Body March 20, 2018

How to save $500 a year on groceries by eating healthy

Shop smart and save! Use these grocery-buying tips to help minimize expenses and eat well at every turn.

Mind and Body March 20, 2018

Surprising health uses for everyday foods

If all you do is eat it, the food in your fridge and pantry isn't living up to its full potential. The latest research shows that everyday foods like vinegar and yogurt can be used as home remedies, for health and beauty challenges ranging from sunburns to a bout of the blues.

Mind and Body March 20, 2018

Supermarket superstars: Nutritious food for $1 per serving

Uncover the superstars of the supermarket! Eat the best you can buy -- all for less than $1 per serving.

Mind and Body March 20, 2018

Household items you don't clean - but should

Some items in your house may host some nasty germs. Learn how to clean these often overlooked items.

Mind and Body March 20, 2018

Hot new beverage trends

Looking for something to quench your thirst? In honor of National Beverage Day, Chandra Davis, founder of Drink Chia, discusses seven drinks that are not only cool to drink, but healthy, too

MENTAL HEALTH March 20, 2018

10 Mother’s Day gifts for a healthier you

You work every day of the year to make sure your kids are healthy and happy, but guess what? If you don’t put yourself first, you’ll end up feeling depleted – physically, mentally and emotionally. So when your spouse asks what you want for Mother’s Day, forget the new vacuum and check out one of these 10 great gifts.