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Confessions of a Sugar Addict
Jocelyn Stone divulges her addiction to sugar.
Be a Bargainista
Kris Carr’s 12 tips on thrifty grocery shopping for healthy food.
Beware the Lusty Turnip
Every era has had its share of wrongly demonized foods – from commonplace vegetables to (gasp!) millet muffins.
Got Enough Gadgets?
When future archaeologists undearth the relics of today’s modern kitchen conveniences, what will their discoveries tell them Perhaps that we were too lazy to scramble an egg or shake our own salt.
Is ‘Big Food’s’ Big Money Influencing the Science of Nutrition?
Some scientists take money from companies, results don’t match general consensus.
Refined Carbs Pose a Greater Risk than Saturated Fats for Heart Disease Risk
New research has weakened the perceived link between saturated fat and heart disease. Today, many experts, including Dr. Ronald M. Krauss, agree that refined carbs pose a much greater danger.
Make Friends With Your Farmer
Some critics are now saying the locavore movement is elitist and misguided. Not so – real foods do make a real difference.
Reality’s Bites
My humble, home-cooked meals are not the stuff of Food Channel fantasy. But they sure beat eating a bag of pretzels for dinner.
Can Walmart Change America’s Eating Habits?
Marion Nestle shares her take on the superstore’s plan to provide healthier, more affordable food.
Being Healthy Is a Revolutionary Act: Renegade Perspectives for Thriving in a Mixed-Up World
You want to be healthy? Well, hey, that’s wonderful! This article is designed to help you succeed.
The Morning Banana Diet and Other New Year’s Follies
‘Tis the season for fad diets and crazy weight-loss schemes. But real change still relies on patience, calm focus and healthy common sense.
Millet: Recipes, Techniques, and More
These splendid little seeds are rich in protein, vitamins and minerals — and they’re versatile, too.
Crocodiles and Cinnabons
Our ancestors devoured treats that most of us would find hard to stomach. But their primitive appetites probably made more sense than the cravings we indulge today.
Food Science: How Food Is Engineered to Create Cravings
How advanced food technologies mess with our minds and our metabolisms.
Dinner Is on the Table … the Stairs … the Floor…
Serving my kids a good, healthy meal is only half the battle. The bigger challenge is getting them to eat it.
Turbo Shopping: Tips to Help You Save Time at the Grocery Store
Your aisle-by-aisle guide to a fast, healthy grocery run.
How to Pick Safe and Sustainable Seafood for Better Health
You know that fish offers all kinds of health benefits, but how do you know what’s safe to eat and good for the planet, too?
Conscious Catch: 2 Sustainable Seafood Recipes
Chef Rick Moonen celebrates the ocean’s sustainable bounty.
The Minimalist Method
Mark Bittman’s no-fuss approach to cooking focuses less on precise measurements and more on putting your personal food preferences front and center.
Healthy Breakfasts for Busy Mornings
Here’s what to eat when your day is rushed.
Fast Food Your Way: 2 Delicious Dishes From Jacques Pépin
For nearly 50 years, Jacques Pépin has been a cooking inspiration. Today, his elegant but efficient approach to food is more in demand than ever.