(ARA) – In the diet craze that has captured our attention over the last four decades, the one plan that stands out from the rest is the Mediterranean Diet. Since the Mediterranean embraces more than 20 countries, each with its own cuisine, the diet is really a fusion of the many foods consumed by the [...]

(ARA) – Many favorite comfort foods are chock-full of fat and calories. But a few simple tweaks can transform familiar favorites into delicious and nutritious meals your family will ask for time and time again.
The nutrition experts at Mayo Clinic share their top five tips for healthy recipe makeovers that cut the calories, boost the [...]

(ARA) – Megan Johnson did something at 33 that she’d dreamed of since college — she entered a bodybuilding, figure and fitness competition and placed a respectable seventh in the figure category.
What’s the big deal? In addition to her age — the average female figure contestant is about 28 — she’s a mom of four: [...]

(ARA) – Staying on track with your weight is difficult. You might be tempted to skip breakfast as a way to save calories, but this plan usually backfires. Bypass breakfast and you’ll end up being ravenous and unable to make smart eating decisions at lunch.
“Skipping breakfast only delays hunger, and often leads to overeating later [...]

A healthy snack just might keep your New Year’s resolutions on track.Some New Year’s resolutions are broken before the Christmas decorations have even come down.
The most common resolution of all (and the most commonly broken) may be the most important: I’m going to eat healthier and exercise! Driving to the gym in the dark and [...]

Are you looking for a healthy dinner for your busy family, but don’t have time to fuss? Here’s a healthy recipe that is easy to make that you and your family can enjoy for both breakfast and dinner.6 eggs
3/4 cup (175 mL) corn kernels, frozen or canned
1/4 cup (50 mL) diced onion
1/4 cup (50 mL) [...]

Health is becoming an increasingly important aspect of daily life.  It is almost impossible to eat a meal without considering the ingredients and how healthy it is for you.  However, making healthy decisions isn’t always easy.  Some people take the easy way out and substitute their meals with a nutrition energy bar made from a [...]

(NC)-If you’re trying to watch your weight, remember this – fish contain many important nutrients and can be lower in calories than other protein choices. Canada’s Food Guide recommends eating at least two Food Guide servings of fish each week because of the beneficial omega-3 fats that fish contain. To get the greatest health benefits, [...]

While popular thought holds that winter is the time when Americans pack on the pounds, summer can be fraught with food dangers as well. Chow down on one (or 10) too many ballpark hot dogs, burgers or ice cream cones and all the water skiing in the world won’t burn the calories you’ve consumed.
Summer can [...]