Healthy cooking is part of a healthy lifestyle, which also includes exercising regularly, eating nutritious foods and avoiding excessive alcohol consumption, drug abuse and all tobacco products. Although eating at a restaurant or warming up a...
Wok cooking can be healthy, but that doesn't mean it always is. There are ways to turn a healthy wok-cooked meal into a high-calorie, gut-busting experience. But don't loosen that belt notch just yet -- you also have ways to ensure your wok-cooked...
Artichokes, a member of the thistle family, are low in fat, cholesterol and carbohydrates; they are also a good source of dietary fiber. Artichokes can be roasted, boiled or steamed with your choice of seasoning or fresh herbs for flavor. Another...
Cooking healthy can be challenging whether you're cooking for one or seven. When you only have yourself to worry about, it seems like every recipe and product in the store is packaged for four or more people. Shopping smarter, preparing and...
Pressure cooking isn't the dangerous culinary adventure of previous generations. New pressure cookers are almost fool-proof and make it possible to create healthy and flavorful meals at microwave speeds. Unlike the microwave, pressure cookers...
In some ways, being on a budget can force you to cook healthier foods because processed convenience foods are generally more expensive than foods you prepare yourself and generally not as nutritious. The key is good planning. The easier you make...
If you assume that a healthy diet is not possible because of the expense involved, think again. A nutritious meal plan can be achieved without stressing your bank account. By adapting some smart strategies and knowing which foods to choose, you...
You may have some misconceptions surrounding microwave ovens and the health of microwaved food. The reality is that microwaves are a convenient and healthy way to cook food. Microwaves have similar effects on food as conventional ovens or stoves,...
Similar to cooking with a microwave, infrared cooking uses electromagnetic energy, or EM, to heat your food. Infrared is a form of light energy, which is not part of the visible spectrum. With new models of infrared outdoor grills on the market,...
One way to eat more healthfully is to cook at home rather than turning to restaurant meals and pizza delivery. Cooking, however, can be intimidating. You may wonder how to make your dishes nutritious and tasty, or worry that you need to be a...
Beef is not one of the healthier sources of protein, due to its high saturated fat and cholesterol content, as compared to seafood, poultry and legumes. Some steak cuts are healthier than others, though. Extra lean cuts have the lowest saturated...
Cooking healthy meals does not take any more effort and time than preparing less healthy main and side dishes. Eating healthy meals you prepare yourself is a simple way to improve your family's health, give your children better opportunities to be...
Grilling with charcoal is a popular pastime for many Americans in warm weather months. Cooking with charcoal is popular because charcoal grills are less expensive than gas grills. Some individuals prefer the flavor of charcoal cook foods over...
Tilapia, sometimes called St. Peter's fish, is in the family Cichlidae -- native to Africa and the Middle East. These fish are yellowish-brown, scaly and thrive in fresh water. Because tilapia are hardy and high in protein, they sometimes are...
A vegetarian lifestyle can help you maintain a healthy weight and reduce risk factors for certain diseases. With proper planning and cooking techniques, you can enjoy a balanced and delicious diet based on plant foods, such as produce, whole...
I measure everything. Whenever I am on television or giving a talk, I stress the importance of careful measurement as the easiest method of cooking and eating healthy. It is also an important part of simply cooking great food. I once had a chef...
If you eat a diet filled with junk food, you put your health in jeopardy. A diet filled with sugary, fatty and greasy foods can put you at a higher risk for health problems including heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Once you make a choice to...
Cooking healthy may seem daunting to some, but it doesn't mean you have to be reduced to bland, flavorless meals. By simply changing your cooking method, using fresh foods and eliminating processed foods, you can enjoy meals that are delicious,...
Preparing your meals from scratch instead of from a box, can or bag gives you more control over how much fat, sodium, cholesterol and sugar you put into your body. Ready-made foods from the grocer's freezer or shelf are loaded not only with...
A healthy diet is low in saturated fat and cholesterol. It is also a diet that limits your intake of sodium. Cooking for a healthy diet starts at the store where you choose your food items. But even if you buy healthy foods, you need to cook them...
Vegetables, some of the most nutritious foods, can also get boring if you eat the same ones, cooked the same way every day. Incorporating new vegetables and cooking them in different ways may help you look forward to eating them. Herbs and spices...
The cooking method affects the health value of the dish you prepare. Vegetables full of nutrients become a high-fat dish when breaded and fried. Healthy cooking does not mean your food will lack flavor. Baking, grilling, roasting, steaming and...
Protein is a critical component of a healthy diet. Dietary protein helps to maintain muscle mass, support immune function and provide sensations of fullness. Unfortunately, many foods that are rich in protein, including many meats and cheeses,...
Whether you like your breakfast to be sweet or salty, cold or hot, there are always ways to ensure it is healthy. The best thing you can do for a healthy breakfast is cook it yourself. Avoid prepackaged foods or pastries as much as possible and...
Oil and fat have gotten a bad rap from the media. While it's true that too much fat in your diet can lead to obesity, cardiovascular disease and other ailments, the human body actually needs a certain amount of fat in order to function at optimum...
The Greek philosopher Aristotle, father of western medicine, said "Let food be thy medicine." Learning to cook healthy meals can give you control over the quality of your food, which may be especially important if you are trying to lose weight or...
Venison is an innately healthy meat. Like other forms of game it's much leaner than domesticated pork or beef. Just as importantly, the fats in venison are high in essential fatty acids, and the proportion of healthy omega-3 fatty acids is much...
Most people who eat a varied diet don't have a problem getting enough protein. The nutrient, which is composed of amino acids, works to build and repair muscles and tissues in the body and should be a notable part of every healthy person's diet....
The dinner table of yesteryear typically included chicken cutlets on the weekly or bi-weekly rotation. It's possible that your grandmother's version involved coating them in a thick breading before frying them in lard or a white, pasty vegetable...
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