Find Out What's In The Food You Are Eating

This is a useful tool if you are wondering what is in the food you consume. 
http://www.ars.usda.gov/Services/docs.htm?docid=17032

Report On Beverages and Childhood Obesity

This article highlights how beverages contribute to childhood obesity. 
http://www.ers.usda.gov/AmberWaves/March11/Findings/HealthyFoods.htm

20 Worst Drinks in America

Yikes! Check out the sugar count in these drinks...
http://eatthis.menshealth.com/slideshow/20-worst-drinks-america-2010?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-649712-_-07272011-_-dek

Calorie Counts Are Not Always Accurate.

If you're counting on the calories posted on restaraunt menus to be accurate, you might want to read/watch this. 
http://www.cbn.com/cbnnews/healthscience/2011/July/Researchers-Restaurants-Fudging-on-Calorie-Counts/

Some Great Grill Recipes.

Yum!
http://eatthis.menshealth.com/slideshow/grill-your-way-flat-belly?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-646360-_-07252011-_-body

15 Food Myths

I'm going out to buy some dark chocolate asap.
http://eatthis.menshealth.com/slideshow/15-biggest-nutrition-myths#sharetagsfocus

Dessert Disasters

One more reason to stay away from The Cheesecake Factory...#1 bad-for-you dessert. Check out the link below.
http://eatthis.menshealth.com/slideshow/slideshow-15-worst-desserts?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-640068-_-07182011-_-body

Killer Appetizers

Check out the link below for a look at some really bad for you appetizers, then steer clear the next time you are eating out. 
http://eatthis.menshealth.com/slideshow/worst-apps-sides-and-starters#sharetagsfocus

25 Ridiculously Healthy Foods

How many of these are you eating?  I got 22 out of 25.  Check the link below and tell me how you're doing.
http://www.prevention.com/tips/nutrition/25-ridiculously-healthy-foods?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-638626-_-07152011-_-body

Hunger-Squashing Snacks

Click on the link below to find some snacks that will keep you satisfied until your next meal.
http://eatthis.womenshealthmag.com/content/12-hunger-squashing-snacks?article=1&page=1

A Combination Exercise You Might Want To Try

Combination exercises blast calories and shorten your workout time.  Try this straight-leg dead lift with a row.
http://www.menshealth.com/fitness/combo-exercise?cm_mmc=EOWNL-_-07072011-_-635138-_-dek

Gut Buster Breakfasts To Avoid

I know you guys are smarter than to eat these, but just in case...
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/steps/howmuchshouldyoueat.html

Portion Sizes

Ever wonder what the right portion size of a particular food is?  Click on the link below for helpful information on portion control from the USDA.
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/steps/howmuchshouldyoueat.html

The Truth About Energy Bars

You might want to take a second look at those energy bars you're eating. Check out the link below.

http://eatthis.menshealth.com/slideshow/truth-about-energy-bars-1?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-630028-_-07042011-_-dek

Smoothie Recipes

I have a smoothie every morning.  It's quick and convenient, and depending on which ingredients you use, it can be extremely nutritious. Check out the link below for recipe ideas from Men's Health.
http://www.menshealth.com/smoothies/?cm_mmc=ABSNL-_-630084-_-07042011-_-dek

The Perfect Trail Mix

Choose your favorite trail mix ingredients to make a delicious and healthy treat!
http://eatthis.womenshealthmag.com/content/create-perfect-trail-mix?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-630030-_-07052011-_-body

Diet Disasters

Sometimes even though a food sounds healthy, it might not be the best choice. Click on the link to find foods that might wreck your best intentions.
http://www.prevention.com/hidden-diet-disasters/index.shtml?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-629208-_-07012011-_-body

Quick and Easy Breakfast Ideas.

If you think you don't have time for breakfast, check out these healthy recipes that are quick and easy to prepare.

http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/healthy-breakfast-ideas

Shopping the Produce Aisles

Click on the link below to get some helpful tips for shopping for produce. 
http://www.womenshealthmag.com/nutrition/eating-healthy

Men's Health Weight Loss Tips

They work for women too!
http://www.menshealth.com/mhlists/lose_weight/

8 Perfect Fitness Foods

Enhance your workouts with these selections from Men's Health Magazine.

http://eatthis.menshealth.com/content/8-perfect-fitness-foods?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-625768-_-06272011-_-body

50 Healthy Snacks

Looking for something to snack on that's relatively healthy?  You may be interested in some of Men's Health's  picks.  Just make sure you keep it at a serving size to avoid eating too many calories.
http://eatthis.menshealth.com/slide/best-tuna-snack?slideshow=186108#sharetagsfocus

Kettlebell Jump

Blast some serious fat with these jumps!
http://www.menshealth.com/fitness/kettlebell-jump?cm_mmc=EOWNL-_-06222011-_-624282-_-body

My Plate

The old pyramid has been replaced by My Plate.  It's a more practical visual to help with your food selections. Check it out...
http://www.choosemyplate.gov/

Men's Health Exercise Upgrades

Check out this link for exercises you're probably already doing to make sure you're performing them properly.   
http://www.menshealth.com/mhlists/muscle-building-exercise-upgrades/index.php?cm_mmc=ABSNL-_-623506-_-06202011-_-body

Women's Health: The Worst Restaurant Dinners in America...

Here's a list of the worst restaurant meals in America according to Women's Health Magazine...
Very interesting... Some of these may surprise you!

http://eatthis.womenshealthmag.com/slideshow/37-worst-restaurant-dinners-america?cm_mmc=ETNTNL-_-621398-_-06212011-_-body

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