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Eat this fish, save the planet
With all the positive health information out there about fish, I’m always trying to eat more fish. But sometimes I get caught up in the fact that, worldwide, we’re already consuming seafood at a rate that is not sustainable. Wild fisheries are overexploited and, some say, fish farmed in traditional open pens can pollute surrounding water.What’s an environmentally conscious girl to do?
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Mad about eggplant
Today, cultures worldwide cherish the eggplant for its antioxidant-packed purple skin and satisfying meaty texture—which blends beautifully in many dishes. Don’t think you like eggplant? This recipe has turned even the most ardent eggplant skeptics into believers (serve with toasted whole-wheat pita or pita chips): Read More »
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3 ways to eat for heart health—without even noticing
I still remember when my father was diagnosed with high cholesterol, because my mother told us we were all going to start eating better. We’d have more chicken, vegetables and “fat-free” foods, less pizza and French fries. I was devastated—vinegar fries were my weekly tradition at high... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (5) | Blog
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Can this food cure your cough?
When it comes to eating well, Americans are more likely to get too much of a good thing (e.g., calories, fat) than not enough. But there are a few nutrients I could stand to get more of. One is iron.
Not getting enough of this mineral—and many women are guilty of this—can lead to feeling... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (1) | Blog
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Can eating oranges ward off wrinkles?
I absolutely love fruit. Always have. But lately scientific studies are giving me more reasons to reach for sweet, juicy oranges, kiwi, strawberries and pineapple (which I’m using in all types of recipes these days). These foods are packed with vitamin C, a nutrient that’s important for our... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (6) | Blog
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3 Steps to a Slimmer, Saner You
Trying to shed a few extra pounds? The number-one way to sabotage your success, in my experience, is to focus your energy attempting NOT to think about food. Another surefire way to sabatoge your diet is to totally deprive yourself of anything edible that brings you joy, like pizza or ice cream.... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (1) | Blog
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Diet Tips and Low-Cal Meals: Beans Satisfy My Love
In college, I began a passionate love affair with… beans. I “desired” them because they were versatile, easy to prepare (of course I used canned) and, most of all, cheap. About 99 cents bought me an entire can of black beans, which I could mix with frozen (thawed) corn and salsa for an... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (0) | Blog
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Diet Tips and Low-Cal Meals: Lose Weight for Money?
Bribery doesn’t work for me. (Just ask my mom, who used to try to get me to take naps when I was a kid by promising that she’d make caramel-covered apples for a snack if I slept for just an hour.) If I don’t want to do something for free—why would I do it for money?
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Diet Tips and Low-Cal Meals: New Reasons to Love Nuts
Back in the day when the low-fat craze reigned, pretzels were my go-to snack. Every day around 3 p.m., I’d hit the office vending machine for my carb fix. Problem was, an hour later I’d be hungry again—and rummaging through my desk drawer looking for something else to eat. But now I know that... Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (9) | Blog
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