No Regrets Thanksgiving Feasting
Thanksgiving, the most American of all holidays, packs one of the biggest calorie punches of the year. Some estimates put the average Turkey Day meal at 2,500 whopping calories. The good news is that this holiday, you can have your pumpkin pie and eat it too.

DHA - The Omega-3 That Should Be on Your Mind
There's been a big buzz lately in the medical community about all the positive effects omega-3 fatty acids have on a person's health, but did you know that not all omega-3s are created equal?

When a PB&J Is No Longer Okay
Ask any time-strapped parent the easiest bag lunch to toss together, and chances are it'll include a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, bag of chips, juice box or soda and -- hopefully -- a piece of fruit or chopped up vegetables.

Is It Done Yet? Tips for Using Your Food Thermometer to Prevent Foodborne Illness
Just in time for Thanksgiving, a national campaign is underway to encourage the use of food thermometers when preparing meat, poultry and egg dishes to prevent foodborne illness.

The Healthy Alternative to Trans Fats
What will you have for lunch today? A hamburger and fries? A peanut butter and jelly sandwich with some chips? Or maybe some chicken wings? No matter what the answer, chances are good the meal will contain trans fatty acids formed through partial hydrogenation...

Tasty, Nutritious Lunch Box Choices Made Easy
Spiral bound notebooks, pencil sharpeners, and the familiar sounds of recess. For millions of kids across the country, that means it's time to hit the books and time to brown-bag their lunches as another new school season nears.

Holiday Tips for People with Diabetes -- Good Advice for Everyone
The holidays bring to mind many things: parties, gift giving and especially eating. What holiday would be complete without turkey, casseroles, and Grandma's fruitcake?

Avoid Holiday Pounds; Keep the Sweets!
The holiday season has arrived, and if you're not careful, along with the chilly weather and social gatherings will come the dreaded holiday weight gain. According to the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University, 51 percent of annual weight gain happens during the six-week holiday season.

The Key to Improved Health Throughout the Cold Season
Every year, millions of Americans struggle with maintaining their family's health throughout the cold season. Diet and exercise aren't all that's important.

Protect Your Kids from Chemicals: Tips for Cleaning Your Produce
So you've made a commitment to eat more fruits and vegetables. That's certainly a step toward good health and more energy. You know how to pick the ripest tomato and the perfect pepper. But do you know the best way to wash the produce you chose so carefully?