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Top 5 food stories of 2010
It's been a big year in food news. Here's a look, in no particular order, at 5 of the food trends of 2010, the stories...

Foods to make holiday stress disappear right now
Unlike many people, I prefer the weeks leading up to Christmas and New Year’s over the actual holiday days. I...

No-sweat swaps to save you 700 calories
Do you have a big holiday dinner or party coming up? Save some calories for splurging. I'm not talking about a...

Homemade spiced nuts in 5 minutes
Hi, my name is Carolyn and I’m addicted to nuts. I definitely blame my genes. My maternal grandfather (may he...

Instant party: No-cook, 5-ingredient appetizers
I am the queen of last-minute party planning. Leave it to me to throw a fete armed with nothing more than a shopping...

What’s Fresh: The best winter fruit for your buck
It's slim pickings in the fresh fruit aisle at this time of year. It appears to be well stocked—you can find...

“Healthy” holiday calorie bombs to avoid–and what to eat instead
The holidays are here and with them come a multitude of parties—some that we're psyched about, some that we're...

5 secrets to a stress-free Christmas dinner
The first year I planned Christmas dinner was nerve-racking, I didn't really know where to start! Then I thought about...

Top 5 holiday temptations & how to beat them
Last week I was watching a cooking segment on TV, when the anchor suspiciously questioned the chef about how much heavy...

4 of the healthiest nuts to pick at the party
If you’re eating with my husband and me you need to be quick to get what you want when it comes to certain foods...

Report: We Don't Need More Vitamin D and Calcium
In a report likely to send shock waves through the dietary supplement industry, the Institute of Medicine (IOM)...

Child Nutrition Reauthorization Act Passes House 264-157, Awaits Obama's Signature
The House of Representatives has passed the $4.5 billion Child Nutrition Reauthorization Act, the Associated Press...

The Latest on Genetically Modified Foods: Beets and Apples
I haven't seen much comment on what's happening with Center for Food Safety v. Vilsack (PDF), a suit to prevent...

How to host a cookie swap
I’m hosting my first cookie swap this year. It’s an inexpensive way to get together with my favorite friends and most...

Festive & delectable holiday cookies (Shhh! They’re only 100 calories.)
It’s time for my annual holiday cookie swap. I had so much success with my 100-calorie cookie platter last year...

Why you should toast the new food safety rules
‘Tis the season of good cheer, endless hors d’oeuvres and mile-long holiday buffets. But as I wander from...

How to fight colds and flu: What works and what doesn’t
The much-dreaded cold and flu season is upon us. And if you’re like me, there isn’t any spare time built...

An easy holiday quick bread for gifts and guests
Whether I’m looking for a gift or a fantastic addition to a holiday brunch, I often turn to quick breads and...

Never used a fresh pomegranate? Here’s how.
I used to use pomegranates strictly as Christmas decorations. Their bright red exterior looks smashing nestled into a...

The one cookie you should bake this holiday
As the EatingWell Test Kitchen manager, I've looked forward to our annual cookie contest for the past six years. Even...

A new recipe to spice up your latke tradition
It's not the presents I remember most about the first Hanukkah I spent with my now-husband's family, it's the latkes....

10-minute holiday exercise plan
First of all, let’s make one thing clear: I am not an exercise guru. When I told my editor I wanted to write this...

4 foods to eat if you overeat
My motto—especially when it comes to nutrition—is moderation. There aren’t any “bad”...

The Next Big Thing on Food Labels
Wouldn’t it be great to walk through the supermarket and be able to identify the healthiest products at a glance?...

Seven Reasons to Pass Child Nutrition Now!
When Congress comes back for the post-election session, there will be little time and many competing priorities. One...