Food and Nutrition

Setting yourself up for success is one of the best ways to meet your weight loss goals. And one big part of that is having the healthy foods you should be eating on hand so you are not tempted to go off your plan when hunger strikes. ...

You've likely heard the advice to eat more fruits and vegetables, but it's important to know that when it comes to foods for weight loss, not all produce is created equal....

Not so long ago, low-fat diets (and low-fat or non-fat labels on foods) were all the rage in weight loss. But do low-fat diets for weight loss really work? The answer is both yes and no....

If you are basing your ideal body weight on a height-weight chart, chances are the number you are shooting for is not your actual ideal body weight at all!...

One thing that you don’t want to happen when you are trying to lose weight is also to have your energy level plummet. But that’s exactly what can happen if you try cut calories without also thinking about nutrition....

You may have heard news reports that chocolate, and in particular dark chocolate containing 65 percent or higher cocoa content, can benefit your health. So, is chocolate actually a healthy food?...

As organic foods become more popular and readily available you may wonder if your weight loss plan should go organic too....

Your bags are packed, and you’re ready to hit the road for a much-needed vacation. For many, vacation is synonymous with high-calorie meals and little exercise. You return home feeling like your weight loss plan took 10 steps backward. But it doesn’t have to be that way! You can still enjoy a fun and relaxing trip without derailing your weight loss plan. Here’s how:...

Sometimes the best way to lose weight is to think small small changes in food choices for big savings in calories. Many of your favorite sugar-filled, fattening foods have substitutions that will satisfy your cravings without sacrificing flavor. Keep your stomach smiling with these simple swaps:...