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By michelle_may_md on May 17, 2012 10:00 AM in Tips & Updates

 

Binge Eating Disorder (BED) affects an estimated 3.5% of women and 2% of men in the U.S. The incidence is considerably higher among individuals seeking weight loss. However, restrictive dieting and weight stigma tend to propel the Binge Eating Cycle* and compound the problem.

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By ismile67 on May 16, 2012 08:00 PM in Healthy Eating

 

Experts reveal the easiest ways to give your morning meal a boost. 

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By EatingWell on May 16, 2012 06:00 PM in Tips & Updates

 

Now that spring has sprung, I’m loading up on more fresh veggies, and that has me thinking about the best way to store them to keep them at their freshest. I only go to the grocery store once a week, which means I have to keep my produce stored properly to avoid ending up with a giant pile of bad veggies ready for the compost pile at the end of the week.

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By carolyn_r on May 16, 2012 10:00 AM in Healthy Eating

 

There's nothing worse than going from hungry to tired. Meals that weigh you down can turn what was supposed to be a boost into a bust. Because food really is fuel, use these foods to get you back on track.

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By rachel_dietitian on May 16, 2012 06:00 AM in Tips & Updates

What’s to blame for the obesity epidemic? Too much fat? Sugar? Fast food? While all of these factors should be taken into account, increasing portion sizes are a huge part of the equation.

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By EatingWell on May 15, 2012 08:00 PM in Healthy Eating

 

It was egg salad that made me fall in love with hard-boiled eggs. Prior to that, I’d always seen those perfect ovals of white as a missed opportunity for an omelet. When I finally tried an egg salad sandwich for the first time, I fell in love. The delicate texture of whites and creamy yolks mixed with mayo and served on dark, crusty bread is pure comfort. Now they’re a favorite for me.

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By ismile67 on May 15, 2012 10:00 AM in Recipes

 

According to a recent Mintel survey 86 percent of respondents consider fresh fruit to be a healthy snack, followed by veggies at 73 percent, and nuts at 71 percent. But 12 percent consider ice cream to be a healthy snack, and 9 percent believe cookies qualify.

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By hungrygirl_lisa on May 15, 2012 10:00 AM in Recipes

 

A plate of steak and eggs usually brings to mind heart-busting diner fare. But this Asian-style dish is completely guilt-free. Eat it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. HG Tip: To make thinly slicing the beef easier, slightly freeze it first.    

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By carolyn_r on May 15, 2012 08:00 AM in Healthy Eating

 

Wouldn’t it be nice for your local news anchor to interrupt a reality court show (sorry Judge Judy), fly a breaking news banner across the screen, and inform us that cherries are now in season, and they will finally cost less than $6 a pound.

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By EatingWell on May 14, 2012 06:00 PM in Healthy Eating

 

I love the grassy, sweet taste of artichokes—the bud of a flower in the thistle family. But when I first started cooking, artichokes intimidated me.

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By Sheila on May 14, 2012 10:00 AM in Success Stories

 

If you ever wondered what a difference losing 87 pounds can make, just look at Shajea28, who in addition to improving her health now also has more energy and confidence, and higher self-esteem. You can judge for yourself how great she looks by checking out her before and after shots

 

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By ismile67 on May 13, 2012 06:00 PM in Healthy Eating

 

Rather than a sweet or salt tooth were you born with a ‘fat tooth’? In a new study published in the journal Obesity researchers examined the link between genetics and fat preference. Over 300 male and female subjects were asked to rate their perceptions of salad dressings prepared with varying amounts of oil.

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By carolyn_r on May 13, 2012 10:00 AM in Dieting & You

 

Are you on autopilot when you workout? Do you go to the same gym equipment, for the same amount of time, at the same amount of intensity every time you exercise?

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By carolyn_r on May 12, 2012 10:00 AM in Tips & Updates

 

May marks the start of the prime frozen treat season that will last until the sun goes down on our summer vacations. Although this was the warmest winter in years for many Americans, we’re officially ready to

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By jannid on May 11, 2012 10:00 AM in Recipes

 

Inexpensive and tasty, beans and rice are part of food traditions all over our beautiful planet. Contrary to the common misconception, you don't need to 

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