The Department of Agriculture and the Department of Health and Human Services issues updated dietary guidelines every five years to help Americans make healthy food choices. In 2010, new dietary guidelines are expected to suggest changes that are designed to address the country’s obesity epidemic. [Read more]

If you’re trying to diet to lose weight, you may been told to “cut the fat.” But experts remind us that not all fats are bad. In fact, some fats are an essential part of a healthy diet. Find out more about the different types of fats that exist and which ones you need to avoid. [Read more]

In order to lose weight, you need to burn more calories than you consume. One of the easiest ways to do that is to simply eat fewer calories. Reducing your portion sizes can allow you to enjoy the foods you’re accustomed to while still significantly reducing the number of calories you consume. [Read more]

Although low-fat diets were the trend for years, you can actually eat some fats and still lose weight and be healthy. In fact, eating the right types of fat in moderation can actually be good for you and help lower your total cholesterol. Find out which fats to include in your diet and which ones to avoid. [Read more]

Weight loss experts have said time and time again that the secret to losing pounds is to consume fewer calories than you burn. But does cutting calories have to mean feeling hungry and deprived? Not necessarily! Learn how to cut your calories without cutting your satisfaction. [Read more]

Are you trying to get healthy or lose weight? If so, you’re probably working to make healthy choices about the food you eat. But watch out – some “healthy” foods may not be as good for you as you think! [Read more]

According to the American Dietetic Association and ConAgra Foods Foundation, as many as 70% of Americans eat at their desks several times a week. Unfortunately, eating at your desk can lead to poor nutritional choices because you aren’t usually paying attention to what you’re eating or how much you’re eating. [Read more]

All foods contain a certain number of calories. Foods that are low in energy density have fewer calories in the same volume than foods that are high in energy density. In order to lose weight without feeling hungry, focus on eating more foods that are low in energy density. [Read more]

Vegetables are an important part of any diet. They provide valuable fiber, antioxidants, and other powerful phytochemicals. Obviously, you should be eating your vegetables whenever possible!

But what do you do if you don’t like the taste of vegetables? Here are a few suggestions to make eating your vegetables easier. [Read more]

For many people, dining out is one of the first things to go when the budget is getting trimmed. The good news is that, eating out less can go a long way toward helping you manage your weight. With a few helpful tips for stretching your budget and keeping calories in mind, you can still enjoy the occasional opportunity to eat out. [Read more]