5 Solutions to the Biggest Challenges of Eating Out

There are so many wonderful things about going out to eat: It’s fast, quick, easy and tasty. But, if you’re trying to be mindful of your choices or making positive nutrition changes, eating out can be a barrier to success. Americans eat and drink on average about a third of their total daily calories away from home. While it’s ideal to eat mostly home-cooked meals, life can sometimes get in the way,...

Turkey Orzo Soup

With an aromatic veggie trifecta of onions, carrots, and celery swimming in a delicious turkey- and lemon-scented broth, Uproot Kitchen‘s turkey orzo soup is a soul-warmer, perfect for a chilly night. Save time making this hearty dish by using leftover turkey meat or rotisserie chicken.     Print     Turkey Orzo Soup Ingredients 1 large white onion 4 medium...

4 Small Exercise Tweaks that Lead to Big Results

Are you just not seeing results from the fitness program you’re doing? Whatever your particular situation is, it might be time to look at the way in which you are performing the important exercises in your plan. Very often, all it takes is one small tweak to that movement to get you seeing results again. Let’s walk you through some of the common errors that many people often make with their exercises...

6 Things to Keep in Mind When Dining Out

It’s easy to eat mindfully at home—fresh ingredients and measuring utensils for the win! The real problem is when you hit a new restaurant with friends or stop in for a quick bite somewhere. Your healthy eating plan can totally be derailed the second your server hands you a menu. If you’re not sure whether “pan-seared” or “pan-fried” is the way to go, or if you’re lost when it comes to alcohol and...

Crispy Baked Kale Chips

Side-step starchy potato, and get your salty snack fix to boot with these crispy baked kale chips from Dietitian Debbies Dishes. Nutritious kale bakes to perfect after being tossed with flavorful garlic, paprika and onion. Change up the flavor by using your favorite spices. Make in bulk for an easy low-carb, low-calorie snack to last you throughout the week.     Print     Crispy...

5 Science-Backed Takeaways for Healthy Eating

Earlier this month, the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans were officially released. A team effort between the U.S. Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services to distill the latest scientific evidence on nutrition research, the recommendations are meant for Americans age 2 and older, and they’re intended to advise policymakers and health professionals when they write new laws...

6 Tips for Pushing Through a Weight-Loss Plateau

It’s a familiar story. You made the decision to adopt healthier habits with a goal of losing weight, and — at first — the pounds seemed to fall off. Then suddenly progress slows, and the inevitable weight-loss plateau rears its ugly head. This leads to frustration and confusion as to why what was once working no longer is. For many, the result is a backslide into old habits and, in turn, weight...

Ginger-Garlic Spiced Pork Chops

Taste this delectable spice-bomb, also known as Cooking Light‘s easy spiced pork chops! Sweet brown sugar, smoky paprika and spicy ginger infuse lean center-cut loin pork chops for an irresistible weeknight meal. Serve with brown rice and steamed vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal. For a lower carb option, omit the brown rice and double your steamed veggies instead.     Print     Ginger-Garlic...

Restaurant Sabotage: What’s Really in that Salad?

You’d think ordering a salad at a restaurant would be a foolproof way to “eat healthy” on the go—but here’s the deal: restaurants aren’t in the business of keeping you healthy. They’re in the business of offering meals that taste good, so you will keep coming back for more. Check out the nutrition facts for your favorite meal-sized restaurant salad and I’m willing to bet it has more fat, calories,...

Stir-Fried Cauliflower “Rice” Bowl

Get more vegetable into your day with our stir-fried cauliflower “rice” bowl, which is also friendly for the carb-conscious crowd. You can enjoy all the flavors of fried rice–egg, carrots and peas–on a bed of savory cauliflower “rice.” If you crave a protein boost, serve with a side of lean chicken or broiled shrimp.     Print     Stir-Fried Cauliflower...

Myth-Busting: Facts and Fiction About Detox Diets & Juicing

The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to make healthy lifestyle changes, so you may wish to jump-start weight loss, eat a more balanced diet or work toward a fitness goal. But since trendy diets keep popping up, it’s important to separate fact from fiction. Detoxing and juicing are two trends that aren’t going away anytime soon. “Detox diets” are usually based strictly on a variety...

So You Want to Stop … Eating on Autopilot

Why do you eat? Because you’re hungry, right? And you stop eating because you’re full. Not according to the work of psychologists like Brian Wansink, David Neal and Wendy Wood. From their research, we’re learning how much of eating is simply habitual. We are actually triggered by cues from our environment that it’s time to eat or that we should be hungry, or we eat simply out of the habit of putting...

10 Must-Make Meatless Meals Under 375 Calories

Step aside steak — veggies aren’t just for side dishes anymore! Pack those fiber-rich vegetables, plus whole grains, nuts or legumes into salads or even no-meat sloppy Joes. These plant-based protein options deserve the spotlight. They’re bursting with fresh flavor and nutrients galore, and these recipes contain little cholesterol and saturated fat. Gather your produce, and get ready for a stellar...

3 Workout Swaps to Burn More Calories

The top two excuses for avoiding exercise: a lack of time and reduced motivation as the result of poor results from previous weight-loss attempts. It’s true that in this hustle-and-bustle world, when you’re faced with choosing to exercise versus working and tending to family responsibilities, most people opt for one of the latter options. It’s particularly difficult to commit to a regular physical-activity...

The Basics of Body Recomposition: How to Lose Fat & Gain Muscle at the Same Time

One of the most curious terms you’ll see pop in any sort of fitness writing is “lean muscle.” It’s a curious term because, as you may know, all muscle is lean muscle. There is no such thing as “fat muscle” or “bulky muscle.” Still, it’s a term that has worked its way into the fitness lexicon because of the imagery it suggests. The expression is used to describe the process of building muscle...

Mediterranean Egg Salad

Bursting with bright flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, cooling cucumbers, and savory olives, dive into a Mediterranean vacation in your mouth with The Healthy Maven‘s fresh twist on the traditional egg salad. Substituting mayonnaise with plain greek yogurt packs an extra protein punch sans the extra fat.     Print     Mediterranean Egg Salad Ingredients 8...

The Ultimate Guide to Cutting Calories When Eating Out

Eating out is a notoriously easy way to rack up added calories, fat, sugar and salt. However, it’s extremely convenient and a social necessity on certain occasions. Instead of feeling lost the next time you glance at a menu, follow these tips and guidelines to choose smarter, healthier fare! With the endless bowls of chips and salsa, mounds of queso smothered enchiladas and fishbowl-size margaritas,...