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5 weight-loss truths hidden in trendy diets

Slim down with this 500-calorie dinner

5 diet myths that are tripping you up

Should I eat breakfast—even when I’m not hungry?

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...

“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...

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...

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...

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”...

Your post-Thanksgiving detox plan (Psst! You get to have pumpkin pie.)
I’m a big believer that Thanksgiving is not a day to diet. Once a year, you get to gather ’round the table...

Why aren’t you eating probiotics yet? 4 health claims explained
You may only know about probiotics (the so-called “good” bacteria that’s best known for being added...

How many calories are in that coffee?!? 4 sips to watch out for, plus lighter choices
I love so many things about fall: apples, squash, hearty soups...and Pumpkin Spice Lattes from Starbucks. I...

5 underappreciated winter vegetables that will help you lose weight
Slimming down after having my son last May took some work, but I had the season on my side. Summer’s glorious...

6 carbs that might help you stay slim
I’ve never been a fan of low-carb diets: our bodies and our brains need carbohydrates to work effectively. A few...

Whittle your middle with these 3 foods
Since having a baby five months ago, my belly isn’t quite as flat as it used to be, even though I’ve lost...

Is your job making you gain weight?
Not a single one of my jobs has been in a place where I can step outside midday and have my pick of lunch spots within...

6 diet myths to ignore
At the end of a long day, after my kids are in bed, lunches are packed and the kitchen is as clean as it’s going...

What to eat and what to avoid at the salad bar
In general, I’m not a picky eater, but I am choosy when it comes to salads. I have absolutely zero interest in...

Can’t lose weight? Find out how many calories you really need
I’ve never been the type of person that counts calories on a regular basis. For me, the “are my pants...

Smoothies that top the calorie charts (and healthy options to drink instead)
I’m obsessed with smoothies. Maybe it’s the heat. Maybe it’s all the fresh berries my husband, Colin...

Lazy ways to burn 1,000 calories
Who isn’t looking for easy ways to get fit for a summer party or vacation? Anyone…? For me, the simpler...

3 dinners that can blast belly fat
I’m always looking for ways (beyond crunches, aagh!) to keep my post-baby waistline trim. But I’ve learned...

Finally! A pill that might actually boost weight loss
I’ll let you in on a little secret of mine: I don’t take a multivitamin. I know, I know, I’m a...