How to Feast on Your Favorites Without the Guilt

Two Weeks Till Thanksgiving ... Watching what you eat? No worries. You can have your turkey and your stuffing, too––not to mention mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes and even a little dessert. By making a few modifications, you can reduce fat and calories during Thanksgiving without noticing much of a difference. Here’s how. Don’t go hungry. For starters, make sure you have a healthy Read more ...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Besides orange, pink is a popular color for the month of October. Every year, millions of families, stores, organizations and charities unite together to show support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Some partnering companies donate to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation where loved ones participate in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among American Read more ...

Achoo! Save Yourself from the Common Cold

This cold season, don’t let the sniffles get you down. You may not be able to avoid it, but you can alleviate symptoms of the common cold with some simple home remedies that won’t take a big bite out of your wallet. (Of course, always consult a doctor if symptoms worsen or if you need professional medical advice.) These tips won’t cure your cold, but they may make you feel better while you’re Read more ...

Say Cheese: It’s National Pizza Month

There’s no doubt about it—pizza is an American favorite. It is estimated that 350 slices of pizza are eaten each second, and the average person eats 46 slices every year. A food that popular deserves a celebration. Welcome to National Pizza Month. We've all mastered the art of ordering pizza, but the homemade version is a lot easier than you may think. If you've “been there, done that” Read more ...

Score Brownie Points with Healthy Tailgating Options

Sports fan or not, football season is the perfect excuse for a little pre-game soiree. On the more troubling side, it can also signal the transition from a summer of healthy eating into a fall of high-calorie chips, dips and other guilty pleasures. If that concerns you, here are some ways to keep the flavor but add a healthy twist to your tailgating favorites. Got a craving for sausage on Read more ...

The Best Things to Buy in September

If you live according to the academic calendar, September feels more like the start of a new year than January—that’s why many manufacturers treat it as such. The transition from summer to fall is a great time to release new models and send the old to the clearance section. Here’s what you can save on in September. Bicycles. Now’s the time to get your family equipped with bikes for Read more ...

You Can Grill Your Veggies (and Eat Them, Too)

Where’s the beef? This weekend, it’s probably on the grill—Labor Day is the third most popular day for barbecuing. Burgers and steaks are often at the center of backyard barbecues, along with hot dogs and chicken. But grilling doesn’t have to be just for meat. In fact, adding some veggies to the mix—or trying a completely vegetarian meal—could infuse an element of healthy into your Read more ...

How to Read a Nutrition Label

Sodium free. Good source of fiber. These are just two of the promises we see on grocery items every day. But what are these nutrition labels really saying? Manufacturers have to meet very specific criteria in order to write certain things like “low fat” but other phrases are not monitored as closely. Learn label lingo and you can choose products that meet your diet needs. Gloss over the Read more ...