Month: February 2013

“Flat Abs in 10 days—Pain Free!” “Drop 5 Pounds in 5 Days with This Simple Diet!” “Get Bikini Ready with This Detox Juice Cleanse!” Like you, I often feel inundated with weight loss, nutrition and

My healthy eating philosophy is simple, but it works. Kids should enjoy good-for-you foods, and their parents should, too. And while making food tasty and kid-friendly is key, that doesn't mean the only option is

Let's be honest, not a ton of people love munching on raw cauliflower. I know there are a few foodies and dietitians out there, reading this right now, ready to stand up and proclaim their

It is so much fun raising a toddler! My daughter, C., is having conversations with me now. She’ll look down at a sweater I just put on her and say something like, “Cute!” Her vocabulary

What would chocolate be without Jews? In summer 2011, I attended a lecture on the history of chocolate. I learned that Jewish growers, manufacturers, traders and chefs have played an integral role in bringing this

Chocolate. Just the word conjures up the taste of rich hot cocoa and the snap of a pure chocolate bar. For some, it is tied to the memory of a favorite birthday cake or the

I have to admit: This is the first time I cooked tofu at home! Ooh, and it was delish! Even my meat-loving hubby enjoyed it. I read some articles, skimmed many recipes, and then decided

In my unending quest to get people to eat more veggies, I'm always trying to think of more ways to get those veggies to taste delicious. I have two favorite methods for making it easier

I love hunting for a bargain. Outlet stores, by taking out the middleman or removing a step in the manufacturing process, bring down their costs and can pass the savings on to customers.   Food

Green Monsters. Lean Green Machines. Blended Salads. These are all creative names for what I call my green smoothie. The beauty of this type of drink is that the sweetness of the fruit masks the

Dietitians often focus on eating the rainbow of fruits and vegetables for good variety of nutrients—and this is a great way to have beautiful and nutritious meals. This may lead you to think that cauliflower—which

Forget the perfect family fantasy for a second—we all live in the real world where mornings are hectic, kids are choosy and lunch periods are short. This makes knowing how to pack a nutritious and