Subway is famous for claiming that eating its food can help you lose weight and eat a healthy diet. If you want these benefits but you can't make it to Subway frequently, you can make your own recipes. These alternatives can help you stick to your...
Sugar is an ingredient that is added to candy, baked goods and even vegetables to increase the flavor, but the benefits of traditional sugar are minimal. Sugar has a high-glycemic index and few nutritional benefits. Your body quickly burns through...
The booming weight loss industry has developed a number of diets. Certain diets introduce rigid restrictions on food and calorie intake, allowing for short-term weight loss. However, many dieters often fail to maintain their weight loss once they...
Gatorade is a sports drink featuring a special ratio of sodium, potassium and carbohydrates to help athletes properly hydrate and refuel during a workout. Just because you exercise or participate in a sport occasionally does not necessarily mean...
Isopropyl alcohol is another name for isopropanol, or rubbing alcohol. Isopropyl alcohol is a common product in drugstores and pharmacies, and is a clear, inexpensive liquid. In medicinal applications, isopropyl alcohol cleans wounds and decreases...
The early predecessor to chewing gum, spruce gum, was popular in the early 1800s and was cut from the spruce tree, according to the Wrigley's website. Today, chewing gum is sweetened and made in a variety of flavors. While chewing gum is mostly...
Cupcakes are one of life’s little indulgences – petite, perfectly decorated, they are all the more delicious for being a bit frivolous. But if you are trying to reduce fat, sugar and sweets in your diet these treats may seem out of...
Pasta is the ultimate comfort food, and al dente fettuccine Alfredo draped with creamy, cheesy sauce is unlike any other dish. However, if you're watching your waist, the heavy cream, butter and cheese traditionally used to make fettuccine Alfredo...
Tart, yet creamy, tartar sauce is a traditional accompaniment to fish dishes, but it packs a hefty 400 calories and 44 grams of fat per 1/4 cup serving. Look for commercial low-fat tartar sauce, or make your own. Better yet, skip the traditional...
Pizza rolls -- also known as calzones, stromboli, pizza pockets or pizza snacks -- range between bite-sized and plate-filling. Finding healthy alternatives means matching the flavor of the rich tomato sauce and earthy mushrooms, the texture of the...
Jam and jelly are included in a variety of recipes as well on daily toast and biscuits. It is important to eat a variety of foods with nutrients and vitamins to maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle. Switching from foods with higher fat and...
Part of living a healthy lifestyle and eating right is finding nutritious alternatives for snack foods. Many popular snack foods such as chips, candy and snack mixes are high in calories, fat and excess sugar. Healthy alternatives are those foods...
Water is the most essential nutrient for sustaining life, as it hydrates, transports oxygen and other nutrients into cells, regulates body temperature, prevents constipation and cushions joints. Your body requires 8 to 12 cups of water daily to...
You know all the reasons you should quit smoking -- you want to avoid lung cancer, heart and cardiovascular disease and other smoking-related illnesses. You want to lead a longer life. Now that you're trying to kick the habit, you may not know...
Menopause occurs when your body manufactures less estrogen and your ovaries stop releasing eggs. As menopause occurs, you may experience symptoms ranging from hot flashes to night sweats to depression. Your doctor may prescribe hormone replacement...
Peanut butter is full of protein and fiber, both of which are ideal for dieters, according to registered dietitian Nancy Clark in an article for BeginnerTriathlete.com. However, peanut butter also is high in fats. If you're trying to lose weight...
John Lust, author of “Living and Raw Foods,” asserts that among its multitude of benefits, carrot juice is the best source of vitamin A that is easily accessible as of 2010. Additionally, it is an exceptional source of B complex...
It can be difficult to ignore all those seductive ads for diet and weight loss programs. But, they often fall short of their promises and leave you looking for a permanent solution. Healthy weight loss alternatives you can customize to your...
Alternatives to high-fat, creamy dips add flavor to vegetables without extra calories. Many of the dips are easy to make at home, allowing you to use your own flavorings to customize the dip. Experiment with different dip bases and seasonings for...
A traditional Thanksgiving meal is high in calories, fat and sugar. You can significantly improve the nutrition profile of your holiday meal with some easy substitutions and alternatives. You do not have to sacrifice flavor to eat healthy foods,...
Bread crumbs provide a crispy coating for baked chicken and fish and they bind ingredients together in meatballs. But packaged bread crumbs often contain high levels of corn syrup and sodium as well as potential allergens, such as wheat and...
Wheat flour is an effective and economical thickener for sauces and gravies, but health conditions such as allergies or gluten issues may lead some people to choose other products. Most of these alternative thickeners, except for xanthan gum, have...
Rice Krispies Treats are an American classic but, at 200 calories, 4.5 g of fat, and 230 mg of sodium per 1.7 oz serving, they aren't exactly the healthiest thing you could eat. Whether you enjoy pulling a snack apart and eating it in pieces, like...
According to the Mayo Clinic, snacks can be a worthwhile contribution to a healthy diet but can also contribute to excess caloric intake if you are not cautious about what you consume. At best, snacks between meals reduce hunger and provide...
According to an article published in the USA Today, 34 percent of adults aged 20 and older are obese, and 34 percent are overweight. Americans have become overweight because of unhealthy choices such as not exercising and the foods they choose to...
There are many reasons you may wish to avoid using plastic water bottles, particularly the thin, disposable bottles you find in vending machines and grocery stores. Some of these reasons are health related, and others relate to the environment....
The most appropriate healthy alternative to light corn syrup depends on your taste, your budget and your recipe. The pourable consistency, neutral flavor and high sugar content of light corn syrup suggest several comparable options. However, when...
Lactose intolerance occurs when a person is deficient in the enzyme, lactase, that digests lactose. This sugar naturally found in milk and its products can cause stomach cramps, gas, diarrhea, and other symptoms for those who have this deficiency....
While the weight loss product industry would have you believe otherwise, the words "natural supplement" are not synonyms for "safe and healthy." The ephedra debacle illustrates this point. This ancient Chinese herb is extracted from a desert shrub...
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