Summer Fusion Fun for Grown-Ups
When summer's heat is upon us and friends and family come together for backyard gatherings, you could serve the traditional iced tea and lemonade along with basic burgers and brats, or you could mix things up with some summer fusions.

Secrets of Getting More Soy in Your Diet
Registered dietitians and other health care professionals recognize soy for its nutritional benefits. Soy offers an excellent source of cholesterol-free, low-fat protein and is gaining more acceptance in kitchens across America. Here are some easy tips to increase the soy in your diet.

Fill Up With Protein to Encourage Weight Loss
With spring and summer upon us, it is no wonder that thoughts turn to good nutrition and weight loss. If you are looking to fill up, but not fill out, be sure to add protein such as eggs to your diet.

Navigating the Meat Case
Have you ever paused in front of the beef case in your favorite grocery store, overwhelmed at the choices available? Armed with a little knowledge about the options -- like grain-fed, grass-finished, certified organic and natural beef -- meat case shoppers can make an informed decision and feel good about taking home the type of beef that best fits their family's needs.

Fresh Ideas for Elegant Outdoor Entertaining
When it comes to having friends and family over for summer gatherings, our first thoughts often turn to late afternoon barbecues with sizzling burgers, plastic cups and paper plates. If that's your idea of outdoor entertaining, maybe it's time to get out of the house! Here's some ideas on how to use your good china to entertain in summer-friendly ways.

Delicious Ways to Add Whole Grains to Your Diet
Adding whole grains to your diet provides many healthy benefits. Unfortunately, most Americans consume less than one-third of the daily recommended amount. The good news is that there are easy and delicious ways to add whole grains to your menus.

Make 2008 the Year of Healthy Snacking
Deciding what to snack on should be a conscious and active decision, with nutritional benefits and serving size in mind. Here are some healthy ideas for you.

Experts Weigh in on Low-calorie Sweeteners and Weight Gain
Do low-calorie sweeteners cause weight gain? A close look at the clinical research reveals the reality - low-calorie sweeteners are helpful, not harmful, in weight loss and weight management efforts.

Scrambling for Quick Summer Meals?
Do summer schedules have you scrambling for quick, on-the-go meals? Here are some tasty and nutritious ideas.

Easy Tips for Creating an Awesome Game Day Party
No matter what the sport, it's tradition to get together with friends for some fun while watching the game. Although the competition is enough to keep everyone excited, there are some party tips that help ensure everyone is having fun.

Standing at the Front of the Coffee Line. . . .What's Hot?
Every day, millions of people pick up their lattes or cappuccinos as they rush between tasks or when they need a moment to relax. However, have you ever paused to wonder "What's in my latte?" or "What exactly is espresso?"

Father's Day Gift that Keeps on Giving
When it comes to gift-giving for someone as important in your life as dear old Dad, are you stumped over what to get? Here are some great ideas.

Add Bold Florida Flavor and Nutrition to Your Next Barbeque
A lively backyard barbeque is the quintessential kick-off to warm-weather months, but it's not always the most nutritious way to celebrate. With the right mix of fresh and tasty ingredients, it's possible to create savory grilled specialties that will enliven guests' taste buds without derailing their efforts to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Get Your Body Beach-ready with Portion Control
It's time to get your beach body back. Although rising food costs and the demands of everyday life can make it difficult to adopt a diet plan, these advance planning and portion control tips will ensure that a healthy meal or snack choice will be available whenever you need it.

Cooking with Kids Makes Fun, Nutritious Meals
When you're looking for something you and your child can do together, head for the kitchen and stir up something good to eat. Cooking can be both educational and fun and often results in a tasty treat, too.

'Shower' the Wedding Season with Love, Tradition and Aloha
As we enter the wedding season, many will pay tribute to "nearly weds" through a variety of colorful functions. Regardless of whether or not the bride and groom are headed to Hawaii on their honeymoon, you can bring paradise to them by hosting a Hawaiian-themed pre-wedding party.

Tips for Slimming Down Before You Suit Up
The calendar provides a grim reminder that swimsuit season is just around the corner. Here's how to get ready.

To Lose Weight, Take a Breakfast Break
You may want to think twice before skipping breakfast. There's ample evidence to show that eating a nutritious, balanced breakfast is a must if you're trying to lose weight and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Buy in Bulk: Go Green and Save Money
As more of us shop for green products and make wiser energy choices -- and increasingly have to watch our budgets -- buying in bulk is becoming a popular option. Bulk products reduce the amount of waste going into landfills and take less energy and other resources to produce while offering shoppers lower prices.

Summer Fun with Cherries
The beginning of the summer brings to mind bare feet in the grass, running through sprinklers and eating cherries with juice dripping down your chin. California Bing cherry season is short, so the time for delicious fun with cherries is now.

Organic Grilling Spices Up Outdoor Fare
Grilling isn't just for summer celebrations anymore. No matter what your culinary preferences -- from traditional mega-cookouts at the park to health-conscious quick meals--grilling has something delicious to offer for everyone.

Chocolate Milk + Exercise = A Winning Team
Chocolate milk has scored a valuable spot on and off the court. Studies suggest the unique mix of key nutrients in chocolate milk can help refuel and rehydrate your body after exercise, making it an ideal post-exercise choice.

The Healthy Dish on Tuna
Why is it that most of us aren't eating enough fish? The American Heart Association and the United States Department of Agriculture urge all Americans to enjoy at least two servings of seafood per week, but only 10 percent of women do, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Long restricted to mom's tuna casserole or plain tuna sandwiches, canned tuna is making a comeback in trendy gourmet recipes and the diets of health-conscious Americans.

How to Have a Beautiful and Fruitful Garden
Many gardeners who love their ornamental landscape are not sure if they want to give up space for a vegetable garden that needs to be replanted every year. Fortunately, there are dozens of incredible edibles that add beauty and style to the garden -- and provide a bounty of fruits and herbs.

Grapes: A Healthy Versatile Option for Your Fridge
Grapes are a great item to always have in the fridge because they're ready to go for quick snacking or as a tasty ingredient in entrées, salads and desserts. Grapes grown in the fertile valleys of Chile are fresh, juicy and in the market right now, so pick up a bunch or two.

The Secret to Quick and Wholesome Homemade Soups
Soups are a healthful staple any time of year, but preparing them can sometimes feel like too much of a chore. Using broth to create homemade soups is the perfect way to add lots of flavor to these tasty dishes without having to spend all day in the kitchen.

Get Your Summer C with California Peaches, Plums and Nectarines
We all know that fruit is good for you, but did you know that California peaches, plums and nectarines are good sources of vitamin C?

Navigating Nutrition Labels: Tips to Fill your Grocery Cart with Healthy Options
Members of the food industry, ranging from government organizations to grocers and food manufacturers, are filling supermarket shelves and food and beverage labels with various health claims and nutrition quality rating systems. The result has left shoppers with a wide array of possibly confusing and even contradictory health and nutrition information. Here's some tips to help you navigate nutrition labels.

Strategies for Saving a Bundle on Groceries
As food prices continue to rise, shoppers are on the hunt for easy ways to save money on groceries. Here are some great ideas.

Wedding Savings Tip: Rent the Best and Save
With all the elements that go into planning a dream wedding, it doesn't take long to realize that details can add up -- not only when it comes to spending, but also when it comes to storage space. Renting can be the solution for a beautiful wedding at a fraction of the cost.

Now Cake Lovers Can "Halve" Their Cake and Eat it Too
Cutting back on sugar doesn't mean you need to avoid all of your favorite treats. Now you can satisfy your sweet tooth with the help of the new sugar substitutes available today.

Beyond the Barbecue: Ideas for Unique Summer Soirees
The warm weather is here and the summer party season is just getting started. This year, don't just throw another blasé barbecue or an average pool party for your friends and neighbors - here are four ideas for unique summer soirees that will make a splash.

Let It Pour - Creating the Perfect Home Bar
The home bar is back and better than before, paving the way for casual cocktails and stylish home entertaining across the country.

Preserve Family Memories with Recipes
Want a tangible way to preserve family members for generations to come? Create a family cookbook.

Matters of the Heart
With heart disease being the leading cause of death among Americans (men and women), we could all use a little more TLC for our hearts. Heart-related illnesses are widespread, but the good news is, unlike certain diseases, your lifestyle choices can have a positive effect on your overall heart health.

Good News About the Safety of Low-Calorie Sweeteners
While finding the right balance of nutritious and tasty foods requires due diligence, what it absolutely clear is that low-calorie sweeteners can be a part of the solution.

New Generation Decks are the Latest Trend in Outdoor Living
Thanks to the rising cost of oil, instead of traveling, many Americans will be investing in home improvement this summer. Here are some tips for those planning to build a deck.

Campfire Cooking Made Easy
Grilling over the open campfire is a rich tradition. Maybe it's a combination of how the wood brings out food's natural flavor and the ambiance of being outdoors. Whether camping with the family, hunting with friends or simply achieving that wood-grilled flavor at home, campfire cooking is delicious and easier than you might think. Here are some ideas and recipes to get you started.