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Shopping and Meal Planning

Do you like to cook or hate to cook? Either way, you'll find some helpful tips for planning healthy meals and making smart decisions at the grocery store. Or if you prefer to eat out, I've got tips for eating in restaurants and finding healthy foods when you travel.
  1. Meal Planning (8)
  2. Shopping Help (13)
  3. Shopping, Cooking and Meal Planning FAQ (5)

Are Organic Foods Worth the Price?

Organic foods are grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. Many consumers like the fact they're not covered with toxic chemicals, but they're more expensive than regular foods. Find out if organics are worth the extra cost.

Delicous Cheese Alternatives

Galaxy Nutritional Foods makes these delicious cheese alternatives for people who need to avoid dairy products but still want to eat cheese. They also work as ingredients in certain recipes.

Don't Skip Breakfast

Not everyone wants to eat breakfast, but for most people, it's a smart idea. Eating a healthy breakfast may lead you to making healthier choices the rest of the day.

Good Nutrition on a Budget

Grocery shopping can get expensive, but with my tips you can save money and still buy healthy foods for your family. All it takes is a little preparation and organization.

Have a Healthy Tailgating Party

Celebrating an upcoming ball game is a lot of fun. There's usually plenty of high-calorie food and adult beverages. You don't need to trash your diet at a tailgating party, as long as you follow my advice.

Healthy Eating on the Road

Taking a road trip? You're probably going to be stopping at restaurants or grabbing some grub at convenience stores. But some of those foods can get you down. I can help with my tips and tricks for finding healthy foods when you travel.

How Nutritious is a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich?

Peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are delicious and they're so easy to make. But are they good for you? I've got nutrition information for a regular PB&J, and I'll also show you how to make a healthier version.

How to Stock an Emergency Pantry

Nature can strike quickly with floods, tornadoes hurricanes, and other disasters. Here's how to stock an emergency food pantry. I've also got tips for keeping food safe when the power's out.

Makeover Ramen Noodles

Ramen noodles are high in fat, sodium, and calories, but they're cheap and convenient. While they're probably never going to be the centerpiece of a healthy meal, I have a few tips for making ramen noodle meals at least a little bit healthier.

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