You've Probably Tried This Extremely Dangerous Diet
Dropping 10 pounds just for vacation only so you can gain it back again seems like NBDuntil it is a big deal.Maybe it was for that cruise you booked in 2002. Or when you bought that dress for a fancy gala and it was a little too tight when you tried it on the week before. Or you just wanted to do a raw cleanse to see how much weight you could drop in a week before your ten-year reunion because it was time to prove those mean girls wrong, all before returning to the good world of ribs and all other meaty, fatty goodness....and your original weight.
Mattel made a splash in the toy industry by announcing changes to Barbie's body. The signature doll line will be expanded to include three more diverse body shapes: Curvy, Tall, and Petite. Mixed reactions, amongst the world and the Cooking Light staff, found that some found the toy's update to be encouraging, while others think too much emphasis has been placed on Barbie's body image influence.
Eat This, Not That! at the Mall
If you get caught in the food court trap during this holiday season, here's what you should eat and what you should avoid at all costs. Ahh, the mall food court: An American icon, where you can be wooed by the sugary smell of a cinnamon roll at one turn and bite the bait of a teriyaki chicken sample at the next. If you get caught in the food court trap during this holiday season, here's what you should eat and what you should avoid at all costs.
2. Panera Bread Goes Clean
Already well-known for their healthy options, Panera Bread CEO Ron Shaich vowed last year that the fast-casual chain would only serve "clean ingredients" by the end of 2016. Shaich's definition of clean involved removing anything that was an artificial preservative, sweetener, flavor, or color. This ended up totaling to at least 80 ingredients that needed removal, 62 of which have already been removed from all menu items as of September 2016. The remaining 18 are expected to be replaced by the end of the year.
6 Science-Backed Ways to Lose Weight Before You Even Get to Work
What you do before 9 a.m. can tip the scale. Every morning, you get a fresh start to eat right and exercise that day. You also get a chance to make a big impact on your health right away: Mounting research suggests that healthy morning habits make it easier to lose weight and keep it off. Start with these six fat-blasting a.m. habits: 1. Get outside. Daybreak sunlight has a higher percentage of blue light, which helps set your body's internal clocks or circadian rhythms.
3. Most Canned Foods Still Have BPA
In March, a report gathered by non-profits like the Breast Cancer Fund and Campaign for Healthier Solutions revealed that the majority of canned foods in the U.S. still contain BPA (Bisphenol A) in their lining. BPA, an industrial chemical that is used in plastics and resins, raises concerns in the health community for its potentially harmful effects that include infertility, delaying brain development, and altering puberty timing for pre-teens. After the report's release, Campbell's, whose products were all found to use BPA linings, announced they would be switching to non-BPA options by mid-2017.
4. First "Bleeding" Veggie Burger Hits Grocery Stores
Selling out in mere minutes when introduced into select Whole Foods, the Beyond Burger is the first "bleeding" veggie burger of its kind. Made with a combo of pea protein, coconut oil, and yeast extract, our staff found it has an eerily similar texture to real beef, with a distinct reddish tint thanks to beet juice. This totally vegan burger can be found right next to the meat section of select Whole Foods grocery stores.
How Kimberly Lost 19 Pounds in 3 Weeks During Her Weight-Loss Breakthrough
'I stood in the dressing room mirror looking at myself thinking, 'Is this really me?' I wanted to cry.'What's your end goal, both in terms of weight and life in general?
5. FDA Proposes Daily Value of Added Sugars
Although the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced in 2014 their desire to require labeling for added sugars, it wasn't until 2016 that they proposed adding a Daily Value for this. As usual, their suggested Daily Value is based on a 2,000-calorie diet for an average healthy adult. The actual proposed number is 10 percent of your daily calories from added sugars, so roughly 200 calories, or the amount of a 12-ounce Coca-Cola. There has been no movement currently to change the nutrition labels, but this proposal shows a step in the right direction.
U.S. Flu Cases Have Reached Epidemic Levels, CDC Says
Eight children have died from the virus this flu season. If you haven't gotten your annual flu shot yet, you should consider getting one ASAP. The number of seasonal flu cases in the United States has been higher than the national average for six weeks straight, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There's more: In the first week of 2017, the number of deaths caused by influenza and pneumonia reached epidemic levels, and a total of eight children have died from the virus since the start of flu season in October, the CDC reports.
6. Strawberries Top the Dirty Dozen List
The dark side of sweet berries came to light when strawberries took place number one on the Environmental Working Group's Dirty Dozen list. The Dirty Dozen, a list of which produce types has the highest amount of pesticides, is updated yearly. Apples have been on the top of the list for the previous five years. The change in the list prompted some consumers to consider growing their own strawberries or choosing from the organic section.
Each year, the American non-profit research organization Environmental Working Group (EWG) releases its “Dirty Dozen” list, featuring the fruits and vegetables that rank highest in pesticide residue. The EWG recommends, "If your options or budget are limited, focus on choosing organic versions of the Dirty Dozen to get the biggest benefit for your family." Here is the 2016 list.
Yo-yo dieting: What it is and how it can wreck your body
You'd think a drastic nutrition plan would blast away fat; but research shows it's setting you up for weight gain, disease, and failure. You'd think a drastic nutrition plan would blast away fat; but research shows it's setting you up for weight gain, disease, and failure.
As so many health-conscious eaters know, the label "natural" is an empty promise on food packaging. With no legal definition, nothing restricts food companies from slapping the word on all of their products. This may soon change though, because the FDA is considering making a legal definition for the term. In May, they reached out to the public, and over 7,600 people told the FDA how they personally defined natural. Ranging from non-GMO to free of any artificial flavors and colors, each comment had a varying opinion. The government organization has made no official announcements on how "natural" labeling might change in the future.
8. Philadelphia Becomes First Major City with Soda Tax
Though the law won't be in effect until the first part of 2017, Philadelphia became the first major city to tax sugary beverages this year. Known as the "soda tax," the change will add 1.5 cents-per-ounce to any sugar-added or artificially sweetened soft drinks. This means two-liter sodas and six-packs will go up by about $1. The extra money accrued from the tax will go towards the city's funding for public needs like libraries, community facilities, and youth education.
9. Listeria Is Everywhere
It seems like every time you turned on the news or picked up a newspaper in 2016, a new story about listeria causing a food recall cropped up. Ice cream, flour, waffles, frozen meals, pre-made salads, and even hummus were affected by food recalls caused by this pesky bacterium. Listeria can cause vomiting, diarrhea, and even death in extreme cases. Despite its common place in the headlines, with many of the recalls having caused no prior illnesses, this is still a very rare bacteria to contract.
Don’t Even Think of Cutting Out This Food If You Want to Lose Weight
While it’s tempting to banish carbs completely, as many trendy diets advocate, a team at Tufts University in Boston has found that people who ate whole grains absorbed fewer calories from their food—an amount equivalent to nearly a cookie a day.In the study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the Tufts researcher team found that swapping white rice for brown rice and whole grain cereal for more sugary options, increased calorie loss.
10. World's Largest Egg Distributor Goes Cage-Free
Sysco, the country's largest food distributor and a major supplier to places like McDonald's and hospitality businesses, pledged to go cage-free with their egg production by 2026. The first company of their size to do so, Sysco worked with The Humane League to develop their decade-long plan to go cage-free. The cage-free pledge will allow chickens to walk, spread their wings, and lay their eggs in nests, three things that they're unable to do in industry standard battery cages.
11. Americans Spend More Now On Fast Food Than Groceries
From a survey conducted by the USDA and U.S. Census Bureau, data showed that Americans are now spending the majority of their food budget on eating out instead of purchasing groceries. Compared to the previous 24 years that the survey has been conducted, never before have Americans spent so much many on fast food. Consumption of fast food has been on a steady rise since the 1970s, which may be playing hand-in-hand with our rising obesity rate.
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Here, the yolk of the fried egg serves as a dressing (without you having to do anything extra) to coat nutrient-dense quinoa. Pancetta adds a snap of savory satisfaction to earthy kale, while all-season cherry tomatoes, meaning you can make it whenever, lend a fresh pop of bright flavor. Sub steel-cut oats, bulgur, or leftover brown rice for quinoa. The hot sauce gives this simple dish a kick in the pants.
View Recipe: Egg-Topped Quinoa Bowl
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Try these for your morning meal, or as a cute addition to your next brunch. We fill simple whole-grain granola cups with protein-packed yogurt, then top with fresh fruit—a fun and tasty solution to sugar-loaded granola bars.
5 Diseases You're Never 'Too Young' to Get
Research shows that diagnoses are spiking among adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s. We all know that your risk of chronic disease tends to increase as you age. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to improve your odds of staying healthy.Research shows that many young adults are developing typically age-related diseases at record-high rates. Meanwhile, some diseases are actually more likely to strike – and more likely to prove fatal – in a person’s younger years than in later life.Here, we explore five diseases you should keep an eye on, no matter your age.
View Recipe: Granola Cups with Yogurt and Berries
Tahini Swirl Brownies.
View Recipe: Avo-Tahini Toast
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If you think you're over avocado toast, this topper will change your mind. Fresh avocado, grape tomatoes, kalamata olives, and a hard-cooked egg drizzled with tahini create a truly addicting combination. So what is tahini? Tahini is the stuff of life in Israel, like olive oil in Italy or butter in France. The paste, made from toasted ground hulled sesame seeds, is nutty and rich, with a slightly bitter finish and an unctuous mouthfeel akin to peanut butter. Look for tahini that’s well blended (little to no separation). Make sure to give your tahini a good stir before drizzling, and refrigerate after opening. Use more of the delicious paste in our Tahini Swirl Brownies.
This overnight oat smoothie is everything you love about breakfast rolled into one delicious and healthy cup. Did you know that in order for your body to absorb all the nutrients from flax seeds they must be ground, not whole? This breakfast smoothie is high in protein, nutrients, and tastes even better than it looks.
1/4 cup old-fashioned rolled oats + 12 cup original, unsweetened almond milk + 1/2 cup frozen blackberries + 1/2 cup frozen blueberries + 1/2 cup fresh diced strawberries + 1 teaspoon ground flax seed + 2 teaspoon honey
SERVES 2 (7 oz. serving)
137 CALORIES
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Overnight Oats with Kefir, Berries, and Toasted Coconut
Brimming with probiotics for a healthy gut, these Overnight Oats with Kefir, Berries, and Toasted Coconut aren't just extra delicious, they're also extra healthy. Feel free to switch out the berries for your favorite seasonal fruits.
View Recipe: Overnight Oats with Kefir, Berries, and Toasted Coconut
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Based loosely on the flavors of a BLT, this salad is hearty and light at the same time. Don’t worry if it feels like you don’t have a lot of dressing; the luscious golden yolk makes a creamy sauce in the bowl.
View Recipe: Bacon, Egg, and Kale Breakfast Salad
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You already put your family's favorite vegetables into a spiralizer, but the result with apples? A perfectly twirlable treat. Top with Greek yogurt and homemade granola, and you have a sweet little snack for less than 150 calories per serving.
View Recipe: Spiralized Cinnamon Apples with Greek Yogurt
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Lure kids into eating a fulfilling breakfast with this cute all-in-one dish. You can cater to individual tastes too: Add chives to one up and spinach to another, or exchange the bacon for ham.
View Recipe: Egg and Toast Cups
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These pancakes are the perfect disguise for a breakfast with some nutritional heft thanks to the flaxseed meal, which also adds a nutty flavor. The tapioca flour and potato starch keep the texture light while the brown rice flour adds some whole grains and fiber.
View Recipe: Flaxseed Buttermilk Pancakes
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We swap sugary pancake syrup for a poached egg and use chickpea flour in place of refined for an extra punch of protein. Enjoy for a quick breakfast or dinner.
View Recipe: Savory Chickpea Waffles
granola, which has two-thirds less sugar than most store-bought varieties. Pecans, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and quinoa lend 4g of protein, while honey and ground cinnamon add a touch of sweetness. We like it with a little extra kick, but knock the red pepper back for less heat. Stir into yogurt or sprinkle over fresh fruit for an unexpected—and unexpectedly delicious—end to the big feast.
View Recipe: Savory Granola
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Who says desserts have to be heavy and sugar-laden? Meet your new granola, which has two-thirds less sugar than most store-bought varieties. Pecans, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and quinoa lend 4g of protein, while honey and ground cinnamon add a touch of sweetness. We like it with a little extra kick, but knock the red pepper back for less heat. Stir into yogurt or sprinkle over fresh fruit for an unexpected—and unexpectedly delicious—end to the big feast.
View Recipe: Savory Granola
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Eggs are the ultimate breakfast food, but even though there's so many different ways to prepare them, they can still get a little boring from time to time. Jazz up your next bowl of oatmeal with a runny egg, and some kale and avocado while you're at it, because a superfood-filled breakfast never hurt anybody.
View Recipe: Kale, Avocado, and Fried Egg Oatmeal Bowl
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Packed with fresh apples, dried cranberries, nuts, and warm spices, these bite-sized snacks are full of protein and boost your energy to get you through the day. Energy bites are so easy to make at home because there is no cooking involved and you can add any ingredients you like. Skip the hassle and calories of an apple pie and keep these as a quick snack in your fridge for up to four days. If you want to take these bites on the go, use dried apples instead of fresh but to make up for the lost moisture you may need to add more nut butter and/or honey.
View Recipe: Apple Pie Energy Bites
spiralizing, so naturally we had to give it a try with apples. The result? A perfectly twirlable treat. Top with Greek yogurt and homemade granola, and you have a sweet little snack, size, or dessert for less than 150 calories per serving. With just 10.5g of carbs and 33mg sodium, you can indulge in this seasonal treat sans guilt. For more low-carb options, see 10 Smart Diabetic Swaps for the Holidays.
View Recipe: Spiralized Cinnamon Apples with Greek Yogurt
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We’re kind of obsessed with spiralizing, so naturally we had to give it a try with apples. The result? A perfectly twirlable treat. Top with Greek yogurt and homemade granola, and you have a sweet little snack, size, or dessert for less than 150 calories per serving. With just 10.5g of carbs and 33mg sodium, you can indulge in this seasonal treat sans guilt. For more low-carb options, see 10 Smart Diabetic Swaps for the Holidays.
View Recipe: Spiralized Cinnamon Apples with Greek Yogurt
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We're not entirely certain about the history of this classic recipe's name, but perhaps it has something to do with the spicy kick of the sauce. Our version is a shakshuka-like dish in which fiery harissa paste and heady spices slowly infused a rich tomato sauce where eggs gently poach. Look for jars of harissa with the Middle Eastern foods in your supermarket; you can substitute a half to full teaspoon of crushed red pepper in a pinch. The cook time for the eggs depends on the specific heat of your slow cooker. We offer a range of 15 to 20 minutes, so start checking at 15 minutes (or a couple minutes earlier) to ensure the eggs get done to your liking. Serve with warm whole-wheat pita.
View Recipe: Eggs in Purgatory
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With creamy peanut butter and chopped banana folded straight into the batter, these pancakes are a satisfying breakfast treat for kids and adults alike. Freeze extras to enjoy for multiple mornings.
View Recipe: Peanut Butter and Banana Pancakes
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If you love eggs and avocado, then you’ll love combining the two into this simple breakfast. Skip the bread and go for a heart-healthy egg-in-a-hole. It’s easy to prepare and gives you the boost of energy you need to start your day.
View Recipe: Poached Egg in an Avocado
Cheddar and Chive "Squachos," easy, cheesy nacho-style broiled squash slices, to complete the meal.
View Recipe: Egg and Tomato Open-Faced Sandwiches
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Slightly thicker (1 1/2-oz.) bread slices build a sturdy sandwich base. Slice your own, or ask to have it sliced on the thick side. Meaty, briny kalamata olives and a splash of vinegar punch up a quick red pepper sauce for these vegetarian sandwiches. Serve with our Cheddar and Chive "Squachos," easy, cheesy nacho-style broiled squash slices, to complete the meal.
View Recipe: Egg and Tomato Open-Faced Sandwiches
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The chia seed has stolen the limelight lately on the nutrition red carpet. Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, carbohydrates, protein, dietary fiber, antioxidants, and calcium, these tiny black and white seeds provide a boost of energy and regulate blood sugar to help you feel full longer.
Speed up your breakfast tomorrow when you roll a batch of these energy balls tonight. Snacking on-the-go has never been easier or more delicious—and when chocolate cravings hit, you can pop one between meals all week long! What’s not to love?
View Recipe: Chocolate-Peanut Butter Energy Balls
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This savory tip-of-the-hat to Dr. Seuss's classic will go a long way with the kids on name recognition alone, but it's the flavor that will make it one of your breakfast staples. Avocado and prosciutto complement the poached egg for a snack you'll crave breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
View Recipe: Green, Egg, and Ham Waffle
honey to create a light Thanksgiving dessert with just 3g added sugar. Thanks to the 12g of protein in the Greek yogurt, this low-fat, low-calorie treat adds vital nutrients to a dinner course that usually negates your diet rather than supports it. Save leftovers for breakfast the next day or for a protein-packed snack.
This recipe couldn't be easier. Simply stir together Greek yogurt, fresh blueberries, unsalted pistachios, and honey to create a light Thanksgiving dessert with just 3g added sugar. Thanks to the 12g of protein in the Greek yogurt, this low-fat, low-calorie treat adds vital nutrients to a dinner course that usually negates your diet rather than supports it. Save leftovers for breakfast the next day or for a protein-packed snack.
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This bacon, lettuce, and tomato salad with sunny-side egg is a healthy alternative to the classic BLT sandwich. It's a light and fresh veggie-packed salad that's hearty enough for a satisfying meal.
View Recipe: BLT Salad with Eggs Sunny-Side Up
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This one might require a fork and knife, but you have an excellent balance of savory, sweet, and creamy in this plating. Any citrus will do, but blood oranges give you a gorgeous pop of color. Feel free to top with any other fruit you'd pair with Greek yogurt—pears, apples, berries, bananas.
View Recipe: Toast with Greek Yogurt and Blood Orange
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Serve with a salad of fresh spinach, sliced red onion, and cubed cantaloupe.
View Recipe: Sausage and Egg Burrito
Watch: How to Make Egg Baskets
View Recipe: Egg Baskets
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Our individual baked eggs nestled in crispy hash brown cups are pickup food at its best. It’s a great way to serve a crowd; just cook up what you need in muffin pans. Good news: We got the best results with refrigerated shredded hash browns, which were far preferable to shredded fresh potatoes and save time and effort.
Watch: How to Make Egg Baskets
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View Recipe: Matcha Yogurt with Sunflower Granola" data-src="/upload/images/real/2016/12/19/p-you-can-seamlessly-work-matcha-into-your-diet-if-yogurt-is-one-of-your-go-to-breakfast-staples-it-_416937_.jpg?content=1" src="/img/no_img/content/no_img_content_flip.jpg" lazyload="lazyload" title="You can seamlessly work matcha into your diet if yogurt is one of your go-to breakfast staples. It p... - Photo: Grace Elkus" />
You can seamlessly work matcha into your diet if yogurt is one of your go-to breakfast staples. It pairs incredibly well with sunflower granola and raspberries. Store granola in an airtight container and serve over yogurt for a hearty and nutritious breakfast.
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These bite-sized snacks pack in everything you love about pumpkin spice with natural warm flavors and fresh pumpkin puree. Don't stress making a pumpkin pie and save on the calories with these energy bites. Enjoy these as a grab-and-go breakfast or snack all throughout fall.
View Recipe: Bacon and Egg Sandwiches with Caramelized Onions and Arugula" data-src="/upload/images/real/2016/12/19/p-this-upscale-twist-on-the-traditional-breakfast-sandwich-features-sweet-tender-caramelized-onion-a_639707_.jpg?content=1" src="/img/no_img/content/no_img_content_flip.jpg" lazyload="lazyload" title="This upscale twist on the traditional breakfast sandwich features sweet, tender caramelized onion an... - Photo: John Kernick" />
Bacon and Egg Sandwiches with Caramelized Onions and Arugula
This upscale twist on the traditional breakfast sandwich features sweet, tender caramelized onion and peppery arugula. A fresh fruit salad would be a good accompaniment.
View Recipe: Bacon and Egg Sandwiches with Caramelized Onions and Arugula
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In just one serving of these tasty parfaits, you get 14g of protein and almost 5g of fiber for just 228 calories. Be sure to soak the grano overnight, and look for yogurt that’s free of preservatives and added sugars.
Packed with flavor, this smoothie provides a citrus tang with the spice from fresh ginger. The whole smoothie comes together with the creaminess from the banana and sweetness of the peaches. During the summer, fresh peaches can be substituted for frozen.
1 cup fresh squeezed grapefruit juice + 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger + 1 cup of frozen peaches + 1/2 a frozen banana + 1/2 teaspoon chopped mint.
SERVES 1 (15 oz. serving)
CALORIES 223
View Recipe: Steel Cut Oats with Warm Berry Compote" data-src="/upload/images/real/2016/12/19/p-warm-berries-are-poured-over-steel-cut-oats-to-create-a-sweet-treat-in-a-healthy-breakfast-bowl-wi_383991_.jpg?content=1" src="/img/no_img/content/no_img_content_flip.jpg" lazyload="lazyload" title="Warm berries are poured over steel cut oats to create a sweet treat in a healthy breakfast bowl with... - Photo: Brian Woodcock; Styling: Cindy Barr" />
Warm berries are poured over steel cut oats to create a sweet treat in a healthy breakfast bowl with 41g of whole grains per serving. Make sure to use organic butter and honey.
View Recipe: Steel Cut Oats with Warm Berry Compote
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When you have a house full of guests who'd enjoy a wholesome, hearty breakfast at their own pace, the slow cooker can come to your rescue. Get it going first thing, and let folks serve themselves when they're ready to eat.
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Smoked salmon and eggs go hand in hand, and combining them in this frittata makes for an elegant and delicious dish.
View Recipe: Creamy Smoked Salmon and Dill Frittata
View Recipe: Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Bagel" data-src="/upload/images/real/2016/12/19/p-eat-breakfast-like-the-new-yorkers-do-top-a-toasted-bagel-with-cream-cheese-smoked-salmon-dill-and_405282_.jpg?content=1" src="/img/no_img/content/no_img_content_flip.jpg" lazyload="lazyload" title="Eat breakfast like the New Yorkers do. Top a toasted bagel with cream cheese, smoked salmon, dill, a... - Photo: Oxmoor House" />
Eat breakfast like the New Yorkers do. Top a toasted bagel with cream cheese, smoked salmon, dill, and a bit of lemon zest, and you're good to go!
View Recipe: Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon Bagel
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View Recipe: Open-Faced Smoked Salmon Sandwich" data-src="/upload/images/real/2016/12/19/p-this-sandwich-is-basically-a-riff-on-hawaiis-beloved-lomi-lomi-salmon-a-salad-of-salted-fish-and-t_490743_.jpg?content=1" src="/img/no_img/content/no_img_content_flip.jpg" lazyload="lazyload" title="This sandwich is basically a riff on Hawaii's beloved lomi-lomi salmon, a salad of salted fish and t... - Photo: John Autry" />
Peanut butter, soy milk, honey, and frozen tofu yogurt blend into a thick, dairy-free treat. Swirl a small amount of extra honey on top, if desired.
View Recipe: Honey-Peanut Butter Shake
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Black, red, and green grapes bake low and slow in the oven, making for a simple technique that intensifies the flavors and results in a buttery-soft consistency. When the grapes are cooled, combine with Greek yogurt, walnuts, a drizzle of honey, and mint—everything you’ll need complete this satisfying breakfast, snack, or dessert.
View Recipe: Slow-Roasted Grape and Yogurt Parfaits
12. Pokémon Go App Gets Families Moving
Everyone, whether a fan of the franchise or not, saw Pokémon mania sweep the nation during the summer. The long-awaited app, Pokémon Go, was released and quickly gained popularity with people of all ages. People were quickly filling their neighborhood's sidewalks and the local parks to try their hand at nabbing a Pikachu. Based on the franchise that many 90s kids hold in their hearts, the augmented-reality game allowed users to "see" Pokémon in the world surrounding them. Players need to explore areas, change locations, and earn Pokéballs to catch Pokémon. Exploring the outdoors isn't the only exercise-inducing part of Pokémon Go. It also prompts you to walk certain distances (anywhere between 2km to 10km) to hatch eggs and earn more Pokémon.
5 Diseases You're Never 'Too Young' to Get .
Research shows that diagnoses are spiking among adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s. We all know that your risk of chronic disease tends to increase as you age. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to improve your odds of staying healthy.Research shows that many young adults are developing typically age-related diseases at record-high rates. Meanwhile, some diseases are actually more likely to strike – and more likely to prove fatal – in a person’s younger years than in later life.Here, we explore five diseases you should keep an eye on, no matter your age.
Dropping 10 pounds just for vacation only so you can gain it back again seems like NBDuntil it is a big deal.Maybe it was for that cruise you booked in 2002. Or when you bought that dress for a fancy gala and it was a little too tight when you tried it on the week before. Or you just wanted to do a raw cleanse to see how much weight you could drop in a week before your ten-year reunion because it was time to prove those mean girls wrong, all before returning to the good world of ribs and all other meaty, fatty goodness....and your original weight. 
If you get caught in the food court trap during this holiday season, here's what you should eat and what you should avoid at all costs. Ahh, the mall food court: An American icon, where you can be wooed by the sugary smell of a cinnamon roll at one turn and bite the bait of a teriyaki chicken sample at the next. If you get caught in the food court trap during this holiday season, here's what you should eat and what you should avoid at all costs. 
What you do before 9 a.m. can tip the scale. Every morning, you get a fresh start to eat right and exercise that day. You also get a chance to make a big impact on your health right away: Mounting research suggests that healthy morning habits make it easier to lose weight and keep it off. Start with these six fat-blasting a.m. habits: 1. Get outside. Daybreak sunlight has a higher percentage of blue light, which helps set your body's internal clocks or circadian rhythms. 
'I stood in the dressing room mirror looking at myself thinking, 'Is this really me?' I wanted to cry.'What's your end goal, both in terms of weight and life in general? 
Eight children have died from the virus this flu season. If you haven't gotten your annual flu shot yet, you should consider getting one ASAP. The number of seasonal flu cases in the United States has been higher than the national average for six weeks straight, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). There's more: In the first week of 2017, the number of deaths caused by influenza and pneumonia reached epidemic levels, and a total of eight children have died from the virus since the start of flu season in October, the CDC reports. 
Dropping 10 pounds just for vacation only so you can gain it back again seems like NBDuntil it is a big deal.Maybe it was for that cruise you booked in 2002. Or when you bought that dress for a fancy gala and it was a little too tight when you tried it on the week before. Or you just wanted to do a raw cleanse to see how much weight you could drop in a week before your ten-year reunion because it was time to prove those mean girls wrong, all before returning to the good world of ribs and all other meaty, fatty goodness....and your original weight.
© Hayley Sugg For better or worse, 2016 has almost drawn to a close. We've covered it all in these last 52 weeks, from presidential elections to frozen food recalls. Each week brought a new food trend, a new must-have superfood, or a new warning about what's hiding in your freezer. Take a trip down the healthy memory lane with our round up of this year's biggest moments in healthy living.
You'd think a drastic nutrition plan would blast away fat; but research shows it's setting you up for weight gain, disease, and failure. You'd think a drastic nutrition plan would blast away fat; but research shows it's setting you up for weight gain, disease, and failure. 
While it’s tempting to banish carbs completely, as many trendy diets advocate, a team at Tufts University in Boston has found that people who ate whole grains absorbed fewer calories from their food—an amount equivalent to nearly a cookie a day.In the study, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, the Tufts researcher team found that swapping white rice for brown rice and whole grain cereal for more sugary options, increased calorie loss. 
Research shows that diagnoses are spiking among adults in their 20s, 30s and 40s. We all know that your risk of chronic disease tends to increase as you age. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to improve your odds of staying healthy.Research shows that many young adults are developing typically age-related diseases at record-high rates. Meanwhile, some diseases are actually more likely to strike – and more likely to prove fatal – in a person’s younger years than in later life.Here, we explore five diseases you should keep an eye on, no matter your age. 
