If you’ve been slowly and steadily experiencing diet-creep, the dreaded process where portions are getting a little bigger, regular exercise is starting to fall by the wayside and a lot of not-so-good-for-you choices have found their way back into your meals, it may be time to light some fireworks under your diet. Not just a …
Also known as: Often confused with her cousins, Dill and Anise Likes: A good dry heat any day of the week Dislikes: Being taken for granted Hobbies: Dabbling in herbal healing Find Her: Not as often as she’d like in the U.S., but she’s been sweet-talking top chefs to help change that Are you getting a little bored with the same old, same old …
Traditional foods for Hanukkah including latkes and doughnuts and healthier food choices: roasted chicken, salmon, brisket, whitefish, seasonal vegetables. The Festival of Lights, Hanukkah, is almost upon us, and with it, eight days and nights of tradition, remembrance, food, family and fun. While it is considered one of the “lesser” of the Jewish holidays, it …
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Are you taking a closer look at your eating habits and how to improve them for weight loss? As we roll into another year, it’s common to set goals for a healthier diet, weight and lifestyle. If you’re resolving to make better food choices this year, start by taking a closer look at “healthy” foods …
In honor of Men’s Health Month, celebrated every June, we are getting up close and personal with some of the best foods out there helping men like you stay healthy and active in the boardroom, the backyard, the bedroom and more. The best part? Drastic changes aren’t needed to improve your health—so start now! Some simple …
When it comes to weight loss, success often comes down to the small changes you make day to day. These small changes include adding more good-for-you food choices like fruits and vegetables to your meals throughout the week. We’ve talked about the benefits of lean protein as part of a weight loss diet. Fruits and vegetables can …
May is Healthy Vision Month, the perfect excuse to meet some new foods and spend more time with some of our regulars here at Food Friendzy. You may not think much about your eyesight and how to keep it healthy, especially if you don’t wear glasses or contacts, but right now is a good time to …
It’s no big secret – fruit is an essential part of a healthy diet whether you want to lose weight, increase energy or lower your risk of certain diseases. Although recent research indicates that fruit alone may not increase weight loss, it can be a smart way to add a wealth of vitamins and minerals to help …
Do your kids like eating their fruits and veggies? Do they rave about broccoli rabe? Kiss up for cabbage? Plead for pears? No? You’re probably saying something like, “Get real!”—and you’re not alone. Sometimes, it seems like no matter how you try to cajole, convince, entice, or flat-out bribe them, your kids avoid eating healthy …
Make menu planning a fun learning experience by planning themed dinners once a week or once a month. Decide on your theme for the meal and sit the kids down for some help planning the meal. You may end up with some strange food combinations, but that is part of the fun! Courtesy of Obesity Action …
