There is nothing like fresh produce from your own garden, but, did you know that there are veggies that you can grow in the kitchen from scraps? I always have a mason jar of green onions regrowing above my kitchen sink. The technique is quite simple, writes the Mrs. Happy Homemaker blog.
When you're watching what you eat, party can sound like a four letter word.... Keep these food in mind, when you pass by the carrot sticks.
If you want some pep in your step or a dash of good cheer, look no further than the grocery store's shelves. Not only are foods rich in vitamins, minerals and fatty acids healthful, but studies show they can also increase happiness, lessen symptoms of depression and quell anxiety. How can foods improve our moods? It all comes down to the brain. A healthy cognitive system is essential to regulating mood.
Avocados are known to be a nutrient-dense food, high in beneficial monounsaturated fatty acids, but new research from Penn State shows that eating one every day may lower bad cholesterol, which reduces risk for heart disease.
The American yogurt culture, so to speak, has greatly benefited from the overwhelming trend toward healthier Greek brands in the past decade. But, if you are still eating the more commercial sweetened types of yogurt, there is a bit of good news for you as General Mills announced they are cutting the sugar in their Yoplait Original by 25 percent.
With all the confusing information out there, it can be hard to figure out which cereals are "healthy." Use these guidelines to pick the most nutritious one
It still may taste "magically delicious," but Lucky Charms will soon undergo a makeover that could change the look of its yellow moons, pink hearts and green clovers.
Adding fish oil to your diet can boost microbes that may prevent weight gain.
It's an age-old question: how can we lose weight while winning the battle against cravings, and feel satisfied at that same time?
Gardens have been named the hottest trend in restaurants this year as more chefs involved with the 'eat local food' movement decide to grow their own tomatoes, herbs and other produce. Equally positive trends like sustainable seafood, locally sourced foods, smaller portions and gluten-free options round out the top five interests for chefs this year
The FDA announced it would begin requiring food makers to gradually phase out artificial trans fats — the artery-clogging oils found in many baked goods.
A newly discovered enzyme helps cells "kick out" excess sugar, promising therapies for treating diabetes and obesity.
Eating a handful of walnuts every day may inadvertently train you to eat better.
Researchers found that a few simple changes in Americans' diets have saved more than a million lives and cut the number of people getting serious diseases.
A pastor decided to turn a food desert into 50,000 pounds of produce for the poor in his community, teaching his church to raise the crops and pay it forward.
Here's the scoop on how to keep sweet in your life without keeping the fattening processed sugar and chemicals.
This ancient Japanese brew gives you 10 times the antioxidants of green tea and packs a punch comparable to a cup of coffee.
A hybrid version of the Mediterranean diet, nicknamed MIND, could lower a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by 50%.
OMEGA-3 fish oil can be more effective than stimulant drugs like Ritalin commonly prescribed for children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to new research.
A staple of childhood meals is about to get a new look as Kraft Macaroni & Cheese in the U.S. will no longer be made with artificial preservatives or synthetic colors.
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