In addition to guidelines for nutrient rich foods to consume, the new 2010 Dietary Guidelines suggest that we cut foods high in sugar.

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines were finally released on January 31 2011! Looks like the government is applying one of my lifelong principles….better late than never!

Heart health and fiber tend to go hand in hand. There are two main types of fiber, soluble and insoluble, and both have different effects on our health.

As you meander down the grocery aisles each week you are sure to see many products listing Omega-3.

Snacks can be an extra way to get in daily nutrients in a healthful way. Also, getting a snack in could help manage your hunger and prevent over indulging at your next meal.

Most people want to feed their children healthy and wholesome foods. But there are those nights, you know the ones I am talking about, those crazy nights where everyone gets home a bit later than normal just in time to leave again for the next event whatever it may be.

About 12% of the sodium in the average American diet occurs naturally in foods and 10% is added at the stove or table top.

Save money by microwaving regular oats rather than buying pricey "instant" oatmeal.

Everything you see regarding healthy and economical cooking mentions beans as a low cost protein source. Well, it is true, but I will assume you already know that. Here I want to talk about how you can cook in a way that stretches the food dollar.

The sweetness of the pear combines simply and elegantly with the balsamic vinegar.

Vinegar is a common household item, and I venture to guess that every household has some type of vinegar. Here are some facts about the different types and uses.

We are used to talking about the high calorie foods that abound during the holiday season so for a change of pace I’ll mention a few nutrient rich holiday foods.

A random mix this time!

When I think of garlic I think of delicious food, vampires, and bad breath...but it is the delicious foods that I prefer to focus on, and, well, if your sweetie is eating with you, then the garlic breath is not too much of an issue. ;)

This recipe will turn you into a mean green eating machine. The cooking method keeps the greens green and the flavor is tough to beat. Enjoy.

Eating local in-season produce when you can has many advantages!

Understanding carbohydrates and the food label is particularly important in the control of blood sugar levels.

Sustainable seafood is seafood from either fished or farmed sources that can maintain or increase production in the future without jeopardizing the ecosystems from which it was acquired.

Vegetarian foods are taking up more grocery space, and the number of people practicing vegetarianism continues to grow. There are many ways to eat vegetarian style.

Salt is being hit hard with new recommendations about to come out suggesting we consume 1,500mg of sodium a day or less. This new recommendation is half of what the average American eats.

Whole grains have been encouraged now for quite some time, and I just love seeing more products readily available in whole grain form. Here is a sampling of newer items.

Today's post is not about how much sugar we should or should not eat; it is merely a fact sheet describing the old stand-by models and a few newcomers to the sugar aisle.

Soccer, cub scouts and homework...how do you fit a quick healthy meal into the mix?

School is in session! That means there are lunches to pack and learning to be done. Proper nutrition and learning go hand in hand.

Jam, Jelly, Preserves -- what’s the difference?