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CONTEST CLOSED: Start 2012 Out Right: Enter to Win 'The Spark' To help you get a jump-start on the new year, we're giving away three paperback copies of "The Spark"! 12/30/2011 6:00:00 PM
A Letter to the 'Haters' Beth shares her amazing journey to reclaim her life and the lessons she has learned to deal with the not-so-always kind responses from others in the outside world. 12/30/2011 2:00:00 PM
Jen's Favorite Blogs of the Year As 2011 comes to a close, I’ve been thinking about the blogs I’ve written over the past year. I thought I’d share a few of the favorites that stick out in my mind. 12/30/2011 10:00:00 AM
Motivation Calendars from the SparkPeople Store Keep your goals in mind first thing each day! SparkPeople's tip-of-the-day calendar is back! 12/30/2011
Nutrients vs. 'Putrients' – What’s on Your Plate? Michlene shares her tips on healthy eating and how to incorporate healthy foods into your life. 12/29/2011 6:00:00 AM
What's Cooking for 2012? Our Experts Weigh In As 2011 draws to a close, our food and nutrition experts weighed in with their predictions for the future of food and what will be on their--and your--plate next year. 12/28/2011 10:00:00 AM
Healthy New Year's Eve Party Recipes We’ve gathered our top party recipes from SparkRecipes to help you get 2012 started on the right foot with fun, healthy and tasty dishes. 12/28/2011 6:00:00 AM
The Emotions of Change Jerome shares his thoughts regarding the emotional and physical changes he went through during his 100 pound weight loss journey. 12/27/2011 10:00:00 PM
Should You Consult a Doctor before Starting an Exercise Plan? Should you consult a doctor before starting an exercise plan? Dr. Birdie knows the answer! 12/27/2011 2:00:00 PM
Confession: I Eat the Same Thing for Breakfast Every Day Eating breakfast was once a challenge, but by eating the same foods day in and day out, I no longer have to think about what to eat for my morning meal. 12/27/2011 10:00:00 AM
The Worst New Year's Resolutions You Can Make While goal-setting is good, there are such things as bad goals. Learn how to avoid the most common New Year mistakes and set yourself up for a successful year. 12/27/2011
4 Motivational Tips to Help You Set New Year's Goals Do you have things on your bucket list that you don't think will ever become reality? Use this inspirational information to make one of them a reality. 12/26/2011 2:00:00 PM
Chef Meg's Decadent Desserts Video Chef Meg has a real sweet tooth, but she keeps her cravings in check. Find out how she indulge without going overboard. 12/26/2011 2:00:00 PM
You Did Your Best--Now Do Better Instead of looking at the things I did "wrong," the decisions that led to "bad" choices, I choose to focus on the positives. 12/26/2011 10:00:00 AM
Quick Tips: Can You Use Your Ob/Gyn as Your GP? Find out whether this specialist can step in as your full-time health provider. 12/26/2011 6:00:00 AM
Contest Closed: Win the Latest 'Biggest Loser' DVD This week we're giving away two copies of the "Biggest Loser At Home Challenge" DVDs. Get a jump start on your 2012 Fitness goals with this DVD.
12/23/2011 6:00:00 PM
What I Love about My Body Now Beth shares her incredible journey on how she is learning to love the body she has and the amazing things she can now do. 12/23/2011 2:00:00 PM
Outdoor Running: Good For the Body, Even Better For the Mind A new study shows that the physical benefits might be the same, but the mental benefits between an outdoor and indoor run might be different. 12/23/2011 10:00:00 AM
Follow SparkPeople on Pinterest! SparkPeople is now on Pinterest! Find out how to follow us--and learn how you can use Pinterest if you're not already a member. 12/23/2011 6:00:00 AM
Nutrition Year in Review – 2011 Many foods and snacks high in calories, fat, sodium, and sugar tempt us. Here are some of the tips, tools, and tricks we highlighted this year to help you make wiser choices. 12/22/2011 10:00:00 AM
5 Easy Steps to Perfection As we rush toward the end of the year and start thinking about our goals for 2012, I’d like to talk to you about re-framing your expectations so that you can meet your goals. 12/22/2011 6:00:00 AM
Kneehab: 5 Yoga-Inspired Moves to Tune Up Your Knees Knee pain doesn't have to be a part of life. These five yoga-inspired therapy moves will help you strengthen your knees for more pain-free days! 12/21/2011 6:00:00 PM
My Resolution: Kicking My Caffeine Addiction in 2012 For my 2012 resolution, I want to kick my caffeine habit. I'm not giving it up entirely, but I will be cutting back--and setting limits. Who's with me? 12/21/2011 2:00:00 PM
Chef Meg's Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili The secret to this hearty vegetarian chili is butternut squash. It holds its shape and adds a layer of flavor and sweetness. 12/21/2011 10:00:00 AM
Pomegranates: Winter's Decadent Fruit Fuel your body with one of the healthiest winter fruits by preparing these top 10 SparkRecipes that use pomegranate as an ingredient. 12/21/2011 6:00:00 AM