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Enhance the Flavor of Your Food The flavor of many foods can be enhanced without using calorie-laden sauces and gravies. Here are some great ways to use herbs to "spice up" your meals and bring out the natural flavors of your food. 11/23/2005
Burn Off Holiday Calories! Squeeze a little extra calorie burning into your holiday with these fun activities! 11/17/2005
Thanksgiving Turkey Tips Is it your turn to host the Thanksgiving feast for the entire family? Get expert tips for selecting and preparing your bird. 11/16/2005
Fighting Holiday Fatigue Could one of these 5 culprits be causing your exhaustion? Find out! 11/15/2005
Prevent Weight Gain with Daily Weigh-Ins 11/9/2005
Food All Stars 11/9/2005
Weight Loss Supplements: Fact or Fiction? Simply pop a pill, put on a patch, or tone up with the touch of a cream. Do these "cures" work, or are they more hype than help? 11/2/2005
One Day At a Time - Part 3 * 10/26/2005
Guide to Herbal Supplements Read dietitian Becky's tips to reduce health risks when choosing and using herbal supplements. 10/26/2005
No Pain = BIG Gain Exercise should make you feel refreshed and energized—not exhausted. If it’s causing fatigue, soreness, or a feeling of utter dread, listen to your body! It may be time to make a change. 10/26/2005
Halloween Party Recipes for Kids Are you in desperate need of some tasty, ghoulish snack ideas for your child's Halloween party? Look no further. 10/25/2005
Too Much Work Can Pack On the Pounds Overtime may be adding more to your waistline than to your wallet. 10/19/2005
Healthy & Fun Lunch Ideas for Kids Although a packed lunch can be a healthy alternative to cafeteria food, making sure all those required vitamins and minerals are also squeezed into that brown bag can be a challenge. Here are some creative solutions for making a fun, nutritious lunch. 10/12/2005
Sharing Is Achieving Whether you want to eat healthier, lose a few pounds, or build your muscles, it's a good idea to enlist the help of a friend... 10/12/2005
Answers to Your Beverage Questions 10/12/2005
14 Tips for Starting and Sticking with a Workout Routine Check out some fun and inspiring ideas from Julie Isphording, former Olympian marathon runner. 10/6/2005
10 High-Stress Personality Characteristics Find out if you're stressed out--and get ideas for doing something about it. 10/6/2005
Pumpkins Pack More than Fun We have a thing for pumpkins this time of year. But did you know that pumpkins are just as packed with vitamins as they are with fun? 10/4/2005
The Mix 'N Match Workout If you need a little help changing up your fitness routine, this workout is for you! 9/28/2005
Maintaining a Healthy Weight - Part 2 9/28/2005
The Sleep Quiz 9/22/2005
The Stress Test 9/22/2005
''How Weight Loss Saved My Life'' Read the story of how one SparkPeople member's weight loss affected everyone around him. 9/21/2005
The School Lunch Dilemma What a child eats for lunch sets the stage for adult eating habits. Whether packing or buying, here's what you both need to know about lunchtime nutrition. 9/21/2005
Get Fit Without Leaving the House Interested in building a home gym? Here's everything you need to know to create your own personal workout space! 9/21/2005