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Think: "fat-free" "gluten-free" "sugar-free." If you're making a "yuck" face, you're probably not alone. But, what if a gluten-free drink tasted great? Chocolate without all the scary-weird sweeteners was actually scrumptious? While most people brush off healthy food as something for dieters, crazy health nuts or those with dietary restrictions, it can be delicious...and life-saving. See how food saved Shanna... CONTINUE READING 9

Everyone is always complaining about holiday weight gain when January rolls around. But a Santa-like belly is easy to prevent if you take small steps right now. First you need to decide what habits you change during the holidays that cause you to gain weight. Do you drink more than usual? Indulge in more fatty foods? Or,... CONTINUE READING 4

Clink! I’m sure you’ll be cheersing a lot this holiday season, but it stinks when the glass you’re toasting with is filled with a seriously-bad-for-you beverage (calories, sugar and fat, oh my!). Check out these four better-for-you champagne-based cocktails, and one alcohol-free bubbly bev I heart (pssh, hangovers totally add to the already ever-present holiday “puff” you’ve got going on). -Cait... CONTINUE READING 4

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also a time when it seems like everyone you know has a little something—namely, a cold, a cough or an unidentified bug. Ahh, the sick season is upon us, but you don’t have to let a runny nose stop you in your tracks. A dose (or two, or three) of... CONTINUE READING 10

Our most glutinous holiday is just a few short days away, and there's certain to be an abundance of food that can make us grateful not only for a bountiful meal but the invention of elastic pants. As we all know too well, after the kick-off of Thanksgiving, the month of holiday merriment can be tough to navigate comfortably in skinny... CONTINUE READING 12

Even though we’re adults, we still indulge in a little (fine, a lot of) of Halloween candy. But, when you’re raiding your kids’ trick-or-treating stashes (shame on you!) or reaching into the H-ween candy jar at work, do you know WHICH candy picks won't make you look like a stuffed turkey way before T-day? Take our Halloween Candy Quiz (answers... CONTINUE READING 27

Sure, we shared some get-well recipes with you yesterday, but sometimes you’re so sick, you can't even cook—it takes every ounce of energy you’ve got just to slog down to CVS or the supermarket, choose a soup and pay with your card. Whether you’re fighting a case of the sniffles, trying to ward off germs from your flu-infected office mates,... CONTINUE READING 9

There’s quite possibly nothing worse than being sick and not having Mom around to make you feel better. But you’re a big girl now (like it or not), and you’ve got to take care of yourself. The first step is eating nutrient-spiked foods that will rejuvenate your immune system and comfort your soul. Here are some recipes that are so quick... CONTINUE READING 14

When you think about why people exercise, a major reason is to reduce stress and to improve their overall health. It is the mindful breathing and single-minded focus that takes you into a "flow mentality." You create an opportunity to escape from your thoughts, which will shift your energy and change your perspective on your life and problems. It’s not that... CONTINUE READING 18

Today is October 1st, which marks the beginning of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Start October right and do your girls a favor by reading this article from GirlieGirlArmy.com for tips on how to fight and prevent this type of cancer. But don’t trust our advice on breast cancer prevention tips, listen to a brilliant doctor! Michael Greger, M.D., Director of Public Health at... CONTINUE READING 8