For a pretty, fat-free dip and one that has always blended nicely with everything I've tried it with, like fish, chicken, baby carrots and even chips. I don't think you can go wrong with this.
Why spend hard earned money on pre packaged 100 calorie snacks? Here are some you can package yourself and always have ready for yourself or your kids' lunch box. Each of these will fit into a small snack zip lock bag which I buy at my local dollar store.
I'm an overweight widowed Englishman wanting to loose a few pounds. (Not sterling) Any ideas from over the pond?
Healthy Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
I am trying to cut down on artificial sweeteners and like chocolate every day. I found that pure unsweetened cocoa is only 12 calories per tablespoon, and is one of the healthiest foods in the world. It contains antioxidants and 2 grams of fiber too!
I'm a 31 yr old single mother. I have to have my upper teeth pulled. I have to go 4 weeks without teeth. I have to heal before I get the denture. At the same time I could stand to lose a few pounds. Any suggestions on what to eat during this time?
Product Review: Individual Carrot Cake
My daughter and I are both watching our weight. I love to bake, but, unless we have guests, we find we can't resist second helpings. Yet we crave some baked treats.
Do you wish you could reduce the amount of sugar you put in your drinks, but don't want to lose the flavor? I've got the answer. I did it with myself and have reduced my sugar in a regular size coffee mug from 2 heaping teaspoons down to a flat 1/4 teaspoon.
How do I use the pineapple diet?
I was wondering if anyone has any experience with using Stevia (Truvia) as an artificial sweetener. I hate all the commercial sweeteners out there. I can't get over the aftertaste, but want to watch the calories.
This is more a weight control and health tip than a cooking tip. Although, I am almost 50, my weight is under control without obsession about food and exercising myself to death. I do walk but not to the extreme.
Weight Watchers Exchange Values for Frozen Dinners
I need the old exchange values for the Weight Watcher frozen dinners. Is there somewhere I can get these, please?
Cut Sugar Usage - Retire the Sugar Bowl
To reduce sugar consumption in your family, simply do not leave a sugar bowl on the table or counter. Keep the sugar in it's canister.
Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free Products
I suffer from Celiac Disease, an allergy to wheat, rye and barley. This means store bought cookies, cakes, breads, etc. are out. I have found that at Ocean State Job Lot, they sell a number of Gluten-Free products including an
Satisfy Sweet Cravings With Dried Fruit
Satisfy your sweet tooth with simple candied fruit available at your grocers. Or make your own in your oven or dehydrator.
My husband has just been put on a salt-restricted diet due to a heart attack. I have no trouble finding or inventing low salt recipes but I'm curious if he will eventually not miss the salt. He salts everything (at least he did before I got rid of the salt shaker) so it's going to be a big change for him.
I am trying to loose weight and my biggest weakness is peanut butter. I'm talking about anything with peanut butter and lots of it and the result is weight gain. Is there anything I can do to reduce cravings? What causes these cravings?
Keep Food Labels for Diabetic Food Exchange
My grown daughter has type I Diabetes and has since she was 8 years old. So ever since she was younger, I save the labels from her favorite or certain foods like cereals, salad dressings, soups, etc.
Healthy Snacks to Avoid Dieting Mistakes
When you are dieting, you find yourself STARVING and eating everything till your hunger diminishes. Take the time NOW to make a list of allowed foods on a 100 calorie or less snack list.
I Eat Too Much - Tips for Eating Less
All the talk about portion control and the tips as to what proper portions really are, has brought up a question. My family is full of big eaters. Many of our old bad habits are changing since my husband was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. But here's the thing, how do you teach them (and me) how to be full on smaller portions? I know we've gotten into the typical American habit of, if we don't feel like we're going to pop, we haven't eaten enough. Thank you Buffets! and Super-sizers! We all talk about how we hate that feeling but still insist on feeling that way. Any tips?
Use a Divided Toddler Plate for Dieting
If you started your New Year out with a resolution to slim down, then I have a GREAT tip for you: buy a toddler sized three plate divider with a plastic lid. I purchased mine at Target for less than 2 dollars.
Healthy Living Tips To Keep Weight Off
<img src="/images/articles/winner.jpg" align="left" width="72" height="77">I've been slim for about 10 years (of course with a few ups and downs!) and have just realized that there are a lot of things I have been doing over the years automatically to help keep my weight down. I don't exercise but I do try to walk places and go up stairs when I can. My food eating habits are what really changed. Here are a few suggestions:
Ten Easy Ways to Eat Healthfully
Diet is a four letter word! Restrictions lead to a feeling of deprivation and that leads - you guessed it - right to the kitchen cupboard, in search of a reward.
