Top 5 Foods to Prevent Flu and Cold
Along with fall comes the seasonal flu. It’s inevitable. People at high risk of catching the flu should protect themselves first and foremost with a flu shot. The Centers for Disease Control and...
View ArticleNational Spinach Lover’s Month Perfect Time to Give Spinach a Chance
October is National Spinach Lover’s Month! Spinach is a much maligned vegetable, due in part to its strong flavor. It’s unfortunate that many people avoid spinach, for it truly is a superfood and is...
View ArticlePower Food Pairings Increase Nutritional Value
Women’s Health has released a list of 9 Power Food Pairings – combinations of food items that give you more nutritional value when eaten together. Even better, they seem like pretty easy combinations...
View ArticleWinter Soup Swaps and Additions To Maximize Nutrition
Especially this time of year when Old Man Winter is in full force, there’s nothing I love more than a bowl of soup as a meal. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or even a snack, soup is filling (hello...
View Article9 Heart-Healthy Foods You Should be Eating
February is American Heart Month, but that doesn’t mean you should only worry about having a healthy heart for 28 days out of the year. Heart health is incredibly important; if you take care of your...
View Article3 Easy Ways to Protect Your Family from E. Coli Contamination
A deadly E.coli outbreak that has afflicted Germany and other parts of Eastern Europe has sickened nearly 2,000 people to date. According to the New York Times, the deadly outbreak has been traced to...
View Article5 Steps to Get You Slim in 5 Days
Holly Perkins is the New Balance Fitness Ambassador and an Exercise TV Trainer. She holds a B.S. in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition from Penn State University and has worked with Adrian Grenier,...
View ArticleSpinach and Artichoke Dip Without the Guilt
A quick search of what’s in season in November will yield an abundant list of produce that’s ripe for the picking. Think broccoli and Brussels sprouts, carrots and cranberries, kiwi and kumquat,...
View ArticleAre You Getting Enough Super Vegetables?
By Janis Jibrin, M.S., R.D., lead nutritionist for TheBestLife.com We all know that we should be trying to reach our daily vegetable goal (that’s at least three servings). But it’s not just the...
View ArticleHow to Cook with Spinach
Spinach is seen both as a life force and a cause for sheer rebellion, depending on whom you ask. The enthusiast might be the token health nut in your friend circle and the pessimist is likely your...
View Article8 Healthier Dips For Your Game Day Spread
I don’t know about you but I’m getting pretty excited about the big NFL bowl game this Sunday as it holds a special place in my heart. Ironically enough, though my husband and I aren’t the biggest big...
View ArticleSpinach Recalled for Possible E. Coli Contamination by Taylor Farms
Taylor Farms Retail Inc. has voluntarily recalled its fresh baby spinach in 39 states for a possible E. coli contamination. Consumers should check 5- and 16-ounce containers under with a “best by” date...
View ArticleYour Ultimate Guide to Greens: 15 Greens, What They Do, and How to Eat Them
Growing up, most of us were told at some point to “eat our greens.” We may not have listened at the time, but maybe we should have. As a group, leafy green vegetables, or “greens,” are known for their...
View ArticleThis Green Tea Power Smoothie is the Ultimate Power Breakfast
Smoothies are the ultimate power breakfast, in my opinion. In one easy and portable drink, you get multiple servings of fruit and vegetables plus protein so it always lasts you till lunch. And no...
View ArticleGo Green! 6 Great Green Foods to Enjoy This St. Patrick’s Day
It is easy being green! At least it is today. St. Patrick’s Day is here again, and with it comes the desire to wear, eat, and drink all things green. Though traditional Irish fare can be a little...
View ArticleIt’s Spinach Season: 5 Ways to Take this Green Beyond Salads
By Team Best Life Sure, you could throw a bunch of spinach in a bowl, toss in some standard salad toppings, cover it all in dressing and call it a day. But why not find other more creative ways to use...
View ArticleThe De-Stress Diet and 5 Foods for a Better Mood
Eat more when you’re stressed? You’re not alone. In fact, all that stress eating can pack on an additional 11 pounds each year! Most of us are quick to turn to sugar and refined carbs the second...
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