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.

Celebrate July 4th with Blueberry Cupcakes
Blueberries are most abundant and least expensive in mid-summer, making it an ideal time to get your fill of these little blue gems. Try these ideas for making quick, delicious desserts and snacks that are enjoyable any time.

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.

Tasty Dorm Food Made Easy
Remember when dorm food meant cooking on a hot plate? Times have changed. Here's what savvy students are doing today.

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.

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.

Get Inspired by Bold and Natural Flavors
Culinary trends this year are focusing on refreshingly bold flavors and natural ways to sweeten dishes. Here are some tips for cooking with orange juice.

'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.

Fuel Summer Fun with Protein-rich Foods
Summer's bounty of fresh veggies and fruit can make meal time fun. Colorful plates prevail as flavorful fruits and vegetables can be added at any meal. Serving these fresh treats with high-quality protein foods like eggs, lean meat and cheese will help keep appetites satisfied longer for hours of fun-in-the-sun this summer.

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.

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.

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.

Cool Tips for Summer Entertaining
At the dawn of summer, people spend more time outdoors and start planning barbecues, pool parties and picnics. But as the mercury rises, thoughts turn to lazing in front of the air conditioner instead of being out in the searing, sticky heat. With a little creativity, you can entertain outdoors while keeping cool this summer.

Help Your Teen Stay Safe During Summer Months
Parents can teach teens critical decision-making skills to help them make responsible choices -- including not drinking when underage.

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.

Beyond Barbecue: The Summer Tapas Trend
Summer is synonymous with outdoor picnics, barbeques and entertaining family and friends. This year, instead of grilling up the same barbeque staples, experiment with tapas-style recipes that are light and sensible and embrace the flavors of the season. Your guests will sure be satisfied by these, small, tasty and distinctive food choices.

The ABCs of a Healthy BBQ
Whether it's camping and preparing food over an open fire, or cooking from the barbeque on the deck, here are some tips to use the grill for every element of a healthy meal from salads to dessert.

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.

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.

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.

Customized Food Comes Home
The idea of customization is nothing new; American diners have always been inclined to make their own choices when it comes to what goes into (and on top of) their entrees. But as more and more restaurants make the idea of customization their focus, the trend is making its way into our homes at a rapid pace. Here are some ideas you can try in your home.

Hosting the Perfect Summer-savvy Picnic
Summer is the perfect time to bring together family and friends to enjoy the outdoors. Dust off the grill, lay out a fresh blanket and enjoy delicious food while soaking up the sun with the ones you love. Here are some tips for hoting the perfect summer party.

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.

Grocery Costs Spur Consumers to Seek More Nutrition for their Dollars
Skyrocketing gas prices and escalating grocery costs have put getting more for a dollar top-of-mind for many consumers. Many Americans are tailoring their grocery shopping lists to ensure they get more bang for their buck. That means purchasing items that provide the best nutritional punch for their value. Here are some ideas.

Make It 160 Degrees for a Safe and Savory Burger
It's that special time of year when home chefs nationwide are heating up the grill and putting their cooking skills to the test, but are their creations safe to eat?

Solutions for the Back-to-School Breakfast Scramble
For many parents, getting the kids up and out the door with a good breakfast under their belts is a stressful part of the back-to-school routine. Here are four ideas for minimizing the stress of back-to-school breakfast-time, while ensuring kids get a healthful start to the day.

Refreshing Summer Cocktail Ideas
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.

Make the Most of Your Charcoal Grill
What's more American than firing up a pyramid of pillow-shaped charcoal briquettes in the backyard grill in anticipation of a lip-smacking, smoky-tasting summertime barbecue? Despite the current economy, there are some great tips so you can get the most out of your charcoal grill.

Secrets of Sweet Success for Grilling
Spark up the coals and break out your tongs, it's grilling season. No matter what you're grilling, you can sweeten it up with pure honey, the secret ingredient to a tasty meal. Not only does pure honey enhance the flavor of marinades and sauces, but it is also naturally locks in moisture to keep grilled food juicy.

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.

The Heart Health Benefits of Pistachios
Pistachios are a "super food" for health and fitness-focused Americans, according to a new Penn State study that examined the effects of pistachios on multiple cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors, including cholesterol, blood pressure and inflammation.

How To Look And Feel Your Best All Summer Long
If you worked hard to get swimsuit-ready this year, maintaining your beach body is a top priority. But working out isn't the only thing that can keep you basking in the sunshine. In less time than it takes to sweat your way through spin class, you can prepare a delicious meal that can help you achieve your goals in a healthy and satisfying way.

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.

Back-to-School Snacking is a Whole New Bag
The haggling over school snacks and lunches is as old as, well, school lunches. Here are some ideas on how to provide kids with healthy foods they'll want to eat.

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.

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.

Farmer's Market Freshness All Year Long
Before heading out to your local farmer's market, consider the following tips from the Reynolds Kitchens to help you pick the best produce and keep it tasting just-picked fresh all year.

Easy Sweet Treats for Your Next Summer Gathering
Summer is the perfect time to bring fun, family and friends together. Whether it's for a neighborhood pool party, backyard barbecue or brunch on the patio, people gather to experience the food and flavors of the season. The right refreshing dessert is sure to impress your guests and end your summer soiree on a deliciously high note. Here are some simple and sweet ideas you can use to add pizzazz to your next summer gathering...

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?

Make Mushrooms Your Pick of the Season
In the kitchen, nothing beats the versatility of mushrooms; they work in everything from soups and salads to main dishes and appetizers and are easy to prepare.

Petiquette for Summer Entertaining
Your pet's idea of a party might be very different from yours. Here are tips for making the family pet part of your summer entertaining without turning your backyard barbecue into a doggie food free-for-all or your dinner party into a feline hissy fit.

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.

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.