Want to flatten that spare tire around your waist? It’s easy! Just eat more soluble fiber and engage in regular physical activity. According to a study in the journal Obesity, you can zero in on visceral belly fat by exercising and chowing down on fruits, vegetables and beans that are high in s ... Read more

According to the American Diabetes Association, nearly 26 million people in the United States have diabetes. That’s 8.3 percent of the population! As a dietitian, I consider this a major public health crisis. But the information isn’t all bad: Wherever there’s a crisis, there’s an opportunity. ... Read more

Use avocados as a butter substitute in baking. Ounce for ounce, avocados have 150 fewer calories and 18.5 fewer grams of fat than butter. Plus, avocados, unlike butter, are brimming with healthful monounsaturated fat, fiber and other essential nutrients. While using avocados in a dessert recipe ... Read more

Here’s a great way to start the year off right: Add more veggies to your diet. Vegetables provide a wealth of vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals that are great for helping to reduce your risk of heart disease, diabetes, and certain types of cancers. That’s why I love the concept of Meatless ... Read more

Looking for a waistline-friendly snack that will keep you satisfied until your next meal? Munch on homemade popcorn. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), people who snack on air-popped popcorn get twice as many whole grains as people who don’t eat the crun ... Read more