Families and Food

Follow these suggestions to throw a classy formal dinner among friends.

Tips for vegetarians on getting adaquate amounts of protein in their diets.

Learn about the different types of vegetarians.

Read about the benefits of replacing meat with soy products.

Learn which fats and oils are good for your health.

Learn what your carb-fuel intake should be, based on your activity level.

When you're eating ethnic cuisine, some meal choices are healthier than others.

Learn which entrees are the healthiest to order at restaurants.

Get quick tips on how to knock out the fat in favorite family meals.

Be kind to your heart and cut down your fat intake by using low-fat and reduced-fat dressings and spreads.

Add flavor instead of fat to your meals, with these popular condiments.

Read about healthy snacks that can keep you going between meals.

Learn how to read the nutritional labels on frozen meals, canned soups, and sauces.

Find out which meats provide high-quality protein without too much fat.

Learn about the many different grains that are beneficial to your health.

Learn the differences among many dairy products, and how they benefit your health.

Find tips on how to read a nutritional label correctly.

Learn why iron deficiency is the most widespread mineral or vitamin deficiency in the world, and what foods supply iron.