To help people make smart food choices, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designed an easy-to-follow symbol: MyPlate. The plate graphic, with its different food groups, is a reminder of what — and how much — we should be putting on our plates to stay healthy. How MyPlate Works The MyPlate graphic has sections for vegetables, fruits, grains, and foods that are...

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How to be a better you this year. Here's a list of the most common New Year's resolutions - and, more importantly, some ideas for getting started on them (and actually keeping them past January 1st). 1. Get Healthy Photo Courtesy of Getty Images Getting healthy doesn't just mean losing weight. It can also mean playing more sports, making healthier eating choices or...

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(tips for the girls and tips for the guys)As a teenager, you have special diet requirements due to the sudden growth spurt and changes in your body. Now is the time to exchange the junk food for healthier alternatives. It’ll make you more attractive now and healthier later on. Tips for the girls Balance your energy levels. It's important to stay active when...

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According to the National Institutes of Health, holiday eating can result in an extra pound or two every year. Over a lifetime, holiday weight gain can really add up. The holidays don't have to mean weight gain. Focus on a healthy balance of food, activity, and fun. By implementing a few simple tips you can stay healthy through the holiday season. Be realistic....

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Whether it’s fueling up before hitting the gym or taking a mid-day snack break to avoid the 2 o’clock lull, high-protein snacks are the tastiest way to keep on going. Protein snacks are the perfect way to fill up just enough, and give us longer-lasting energy than the usual, carb-heavy options. Cottage-Style Fruit: Top ½ cup cottage cheese with ½ cup of your...

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You probably know that your body needs water throughout the day, but do you know exactly why? We found a laundry list of reasons why you should drink up! Fluid balance. Roughly 60 percent of the body is made of water. Drinking enough H2O maintains the body’s fluid balance, which helps transport nutrients in the body, regulate body temperature, digest food, and more....

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PUMPKIN PIE Serving Size Equivalent: Light BulbNo Thanksgiving’s complete without some silky-smooth pumpkin pie. But that portion shouldn’t cover the whole plate. Opting for just a light bulb-sized slice is a brighter idea, with about 50% of the daily vitamin A recommended daily, plus some vitamin K, calcium, and iron to boot. The downside: a slice this small still racks up about 160 calories, 13 grams of...

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Forget the overcooked green beans of your childhood holidays (even if you do miss those fried onion bits sprinkled on top). Huang’s stir-fried recipe preserves all the fresh veggie crunch and adds the tangy kick of rice vinegar. Serves 4. INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon peeled and grated ginger 1 medium carrot, peeled and sliced into thin rounds 12 ounces haricots...

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