Balancing Meals

The holiday season brings more than good times and family gatherings. It is the season for pastries and hot buttered rum with weight-gains and expanding waistlines.

Nov 26, 2009 - Linda Mundorff

Families are busier than ever, but don't sacrifice nutrition and delicious meals for the family. Plan ahead for fast, easy and healthy food for everyone.

Nov 23, 2009 - Debby Mayne

This chart was created during training time for our local BC Olympic Athletes. It is a solid suggestion for pure health, or to kick start a cleanse. ND recommended!

Nov 7, 2009 - Rachel Sutton

Eating healthy can seem to be a struggle at times, but with the right combination and planning of foods, one can easily incorporate healthy eating into his or her day.

Nov 2, 2009 - NeilMarcus White

Packing a lunchbox with healthy foods will allow a parent to oversee the nutritional value of meals while ensuring the child will eat the provided meal.

Nov 1, 2009 - Paige Dooly

A diet high in vegetables, fruit, fish, whole grains and olive oil - the "Mediterranean diet" - may fight symptoms of depression, according to a new study from Spain.

Oct 22, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

It can be difficult to ensure that your children are healthy while eating foods they enjoy. Adding some fun to meals can reduce your stress while your kids try new foods.

Oct 20, 2009 - Christopher Clayton

Eating healthier is easier than you might think. Following these simple guidelines can help you and your family eat well and feel your best.

Oct 8, 2009 - Scott Rupp

Discover the link between diet and depression by learning which foods can cause changes in the brain that can lead to a happier feeling.

Oct 7, 2009 - Jennifer Graham

A healthy way to help underweight children eat more.

Sep 30, 2009 - Melissa Black

Controlling portion size is a vital facet of successful weight loss, but it's easy to get confused about how much to eat. Here are some simple portion control guidelines.

Sep 30, 2009 - Shelby Miller

At the beginning of every school year, parents around the world have one thought in common: How can I convince my child to eat their lunch?

Sep 29, 2009 - Rhonda Hagerman

Reducing low-density lipoproteins, called LDL, the bad form of cholesterol, can reduce risks for a heart attack.

Sep 27, 2009 - Kathy Jackson

On average, people eat out more today than at any other time in humanity's history. But by careful planning and smart choices, dining out can be both healthy and fun.

Sep 24, 2009 - Jennifer Landsberger

Launched decades ago, the United States National Lunch Program has made many positive changes, but not enough to stop its contribution towards childhood obesity.

Sep 22, 2009 - Linda Mundorff

Experts recommend spreading daily calories into 5-6 meals and snacks per day. But what constitutes a healthy snack, and how much should you really be snacking?

Sep 9, 2009 - Shelby Miller

With just a little extra time and attention it is easier than most busy commuters think to find healthy snack alternatives, even at the local corner store.

Sep 7, 2009 - Marcelle Greene Edins

A little creativity goes a long way in making sure children's lunches contain all the nutrition they need.

Aug 26, 2009 - Genevieve Kiger

The breastfeeding mother should consume a balanced diet adequate in fluids and calories to compensate for those secreted in milk and those used to make milk.

Aug 25, 2009 - Meenakshi Krishnan

Like all foods, every ingredient used in Christmas dinner has its own wealth of nutrients. So here's why you may want to eat them throughout the year as well.

Aug 17, 2009 - Beverley Ann

With the start of school (for your kids, your spouse or even yourself) right around the corner, questions of "what do I eat for lunch?" start to surface.

Aug 10, 2009 - Melinda Lund

One of the biggest challenges on a yeast free diet is not having sweets and dessert. Making a little snack or treat helps get past the sugar cravings.

Aug 5, 2009 - Elizabeth Richards

A vegetarian diet, properly planned, can be as nutritious as one that includes meat, and offers valuable health benefits, according to the American Dietetic Association.

Aug 5, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

By following the correct diet it is possible for people with dysphagia to meet their nutritional needs.

Jul 20, 2009 - Melissa Black

Many people fear weight gain when hit with an attack of the munchies. But when it comes to snacking, healthy snacking can actually help prevent overeating later.

Jul 8, 2009 - Sandy Glenn