Fitness and Nutrition

There's a global movement hoping to promote the health of people and the planet with one simple message: Don't eat meat on Mondays.

While you can't avoid sugar completely, there are some easy ways to make changes that will have a big effect. Make big strides to cut down on added sugar — and calories — with just a few small changes.

Chocolate. Make a cake so good it'll melt your heart - and may help you avoid coronary disease.

From cheese sauce to super-sized portions, restaurant meals can sabotage healthy eating. But don't let that keep you at home.

According to a new study in the January 2013 edition of the Pediatrics journal, playtime is absolutely essential for preschoolers. Apparently they aren't getting enough playtime outside or playtime at all!

Do you want to boost your nutritional intake while you're pregnant? It's not as difficult as you think. The healthy foods you choose help to give you the best mix of "baby-building" nutrients.

With cold winter winds howling outside, it can be very tempting for mom-to-be to skip the workout and opt to curl up comfy on the couch with a nice cup of hot cocoa. Resist ladies! Remember those important "end goals" -- easier labor, shorter delivery times, and faster recovery postpartum.