You read nutrition articles replete with references to "dietary guidelines." Registered dietitians, nutritionists and doctors sing their praises.So what what are these Dietary Guidelines for Americans and how to they pertain to your weight-loss, get-fit efforts? Here's how:

You try really hard to lose weight, but then you're caught in a predicament that can derail your plans like a runaway locomotive.Nutritionists call them "diet dilemmas," and here's how to avoid them:

By Dana JacobiAmerican Institute for Cancer ResearchWhen you write about food, even good friends hesitate to ask you over for a meal. Inviting me to stay for a summer weekend is even more fraught, no matter how much I assure

Is your pantry filled with healthy foods or would the contents make Marjorie Fitch-Hilgenberg and Theresa Stahl shutter?Each weekday night, for instance, the registered dietitians go home from work to put their lessons taught during the day into practice. Just

Looking for a program to help you lose weight? It's easy to feel lost in the maze of choices, especially when each promises the best results.Before surveying the landscape, here are the right questions to ask at weight-loss programs, fitness

You often hear about the wonders of vitamins A through E, but what about K? Did you know that this vitamin found in leafy greens helps your blood clot and keep your bones healthy, especially as you get older?With Baby

By Karen Collins, MS, RD, CDNAmerican Institute for Cancer ResearchQ: I hate exercise! Do other ways of being physically active protect health?A: Certainly. To reduce disease risk and promote overall health, health experts recommend at least 30 minutes a day-preferrably

Four tempting Greek recipesThe ancient Greeks ate diets based on the Mediterranean triad: whole grains, olive oil and wine, but also vegetables, legumes and fish, and less meat than most folks in that part of the world. In fact, the

Possibly fresh from a workout, you see the bottles lining shelves of convenience stores and supermarkets, these new products commonly known as "fitness water." And they have such pithy names: "Rejuvenate," "Focus," and many others. But are they legit or

By Karen Collins, MS, RD, CDNAmerican Institute for Cancer ResearchMany women have pinned hopes on soy as a treatment for menopause-related hot flashes or as a key to reducing risk of breast cancer. Yet, research shows that we may need

When dining in Mexican restaurants or making sandwich wraps, people should get the blues.Tortillas made from blue corn have less starch and a lower glycemic index than their white counterparts, making them more ideal for dieters and people with diabetes.

As the weather continues to heat up, what could make your summer cooler? Icy beverages, refreshing appetizers, chilled desserts-and winning a KitchenAid Chef Series Food Chopper from Nubella!

Rhonda Fiveash's shape-up regimen revolves around a simple thought: the more you know about getting fit, the better you'll do.The resident of Marietta, Ga., has won a Firm Sculpting System in Nubella's contest for the best Top 10 Shape-Up tips,

How many times have you stumbled in the door from work, tired to the bone, and shuttered to think of whipping up a full-course meal? Or dealing with the kids all day, and you just want something simple.If you want

Despite your best efforts to lose weight, hunger can strike at any time. For instance, do you end up snacking your way through the mornings and afternoons? Or find yourself still dissatisfied after you've cleaned your plate?Here are 5 reasons

Will this quiz give you answers?Maybe you're not active at all or exercise occasionally whenever the mood strikes. You know you need to get more exercise, but things seemingly get in your way.Take this quiz to find out what they

Whether you're on the road for business or pleasure, you face obstacles at every turn these days from traffic snarls to delayed flights and long airport lines. When the hassle of travel leaves you stressed, try these simple tips to

What about vitamin D?Did you know what you eat may help you ward off skin cancer?Once you take the necessary steps with sunscreen to protect your skin, health experts suggest evaluating your diet, starting with your alcohol intake.

That old couch will remind you of its comforts. What will say back?By making exercise part of who you are, you commit to some kind of activity every day, whether it's hoofing up a flight of steps at work, walking

That plate pilled high with food looks back at you, tempting you to put your weight-loss plans on hold for just this evening. Or maybe it's the buffet at your favorite restaurant singing a siren song.Have no fear! Use these