Fruit

Phytochemicals In Plant-based Foods Could Help Battle Obesity, Disease Eating healthy servings of broccoli or leafy greens first could help people battle metabolic processes that lead to obesity and heart disease, a new study from University of Florida reports. Read More »

Ten snacks to give your kid if he’s going for a ride on a helium balloon:

1. Oatmeal and raisin cookies 2. Unsalted nuts 3. Hummus with cut-up veggies 4. Dark chocolate 5. Fresh fruit 6. Dried fruit 7.

It’s hard enough to get out of bed in the morning without having to whip up some intimidating Martha Stewart masterpiece for the kids. Fueling your little ones for the day can be fun and easy with these “junk food” inspired breakfasts. We promise, they’re…

By Lori Rice Known for their sweet flavor and juicy, hearty texture, pears are an asset to any healthy eating plan. Eaten whole with the nutritious skin, this fruit provides 4 g of dietary fiber, according the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Pears are also a good source of…

By Sarah Valek

Would you like a side of chemical residue with your food? Probably not. Unlike conventionally-produced food, organic foods are grown without the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers, pesticides, growth hormones and genetic modification. Even though organic…

I’ve always wondered why banana bread is called banana bread and not banana cake.

Is it because it’s baked in a bread pan, and not in a round pan? Is…