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Confessions of a Sugar-Cereal Binger

sugary cereal

Fact checked by Derick Wilder There I was. The end of the day. My work was done, the kids were in bed, the dishwasher was running, and I had just finished folding the laundry while watching television. An alert on my phone went off: 10 p.m. — bedtime.  If I had an ounce of willpower, […]

Choose Wisely

Illustration montage of different types of food. The consequences of dietary choices.

The Future is in Your Mouth Fact checked by Shannon Sparks How have you nourished yourself today? What have you chosen to consume? Do you eat and drink to honor your body and support your physical and mental health — and your full potential? Do you eat to thrive? I wonder. Be honest. My favorite […]

How Your Food Choices Affect Your Health

Food choices: Poppyseed roll cut it half sitting on kitchen counter

When you’re constantly plowing through mile-long to-do lists and putting out family fires (e.g.., the kids are fighting … again; the dog left you a “present” in the living room; you’re out of OJ), it’s easy to blame stress for whatever ails you. But consider pointing a finger at your breakfast, lunch or dinner first. […]

3 healthy tips for dining out

Dining out healthily: Shot of woman's hands at dining table in front of plate of well portioned fish

Facing a gargantuan restaurant menu full of culinary delights can make any healthful eater buckle. But there’s hope. To help you make smart choices, we asked some leading chefs to share their professional secrets. Their suggestions prove that dining out doesn’t have to be a dilemma when your health is at stake. “If you eat […]