Just like you, the people behind SparkPeople.com try to plan their meals ahead of time so that we're sure to make the healthiest choices possible. Whether we're short on time or just have a craving for our favorite burger joint, we still try... Read more
Having spent a week on a road trip, I learned one thing along the way: Fast food is unavoidable, given time and budget constraints. You can’t beat a drive-thru for convenience and speed of service. But the bellyache you get afterward can quickl... Read more
In this era of fast-paced everything, even the act of eating a meal has become something we can do on the run. Breakfast comes in bars, lunch can be eaten while speeding down the highway, and dinner is merely an accompaniment to the evening news, squ... Read more
Your body breaks down the food you eat into a type of sugar called glucose. After you eat a meal or snack, that glucose makes its way into the bloodstream, causing the level of sugar in your blood to increase. Your pancreas responds by releasing the... Read more
Believe it or not, the nutritional needs of children have not changed in the last 20 years. However, the world they live in certainly has. It is quite a different childhood experience for kids and teens, with fast food restaurants on every corner, bi... Read more
I'd like to remove processed, and faux sweet foods from my diet... anyone have any naturally sweet, naturally healthy food tips? it'd be much appreciated.... Read more
Can anyone tell me whats going on??
On Sunday I go through the weeks meal plan and customize it if need be, then I print grocery list and go shopping...
but as the week goes on and im entering foods my meal plans are changing which makes i... Read more
In the past one of my biggest downfalls was getting bored with what I eat and then abandoning my quest for a healthier me. This time around one of my goals is to try a new food once a week. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I should try next... Read more
Does Spark still have the calculator where you can put in your own recipe and it calculates calories per serving? If so, where is it found??... Read more
I am really excited about losing a kilo in 4days, been sticking to my set healthy eating pattern and been getting myself motivated to exercise, 1 hour today! Feeling more energy cause when I started I was exhausted and needing lots of sleep, I think... Read more
Sometimes we find ourselves in a situation where we may not have a healthy meal or snack on hand as we're out and about. Be prepared ahead of time in case you absolutely have to make a fast food stop. Research menus online and make a list of health... Read more
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By Sally Kuzemchak, RD, of Family Circle
Burger King: Hamburger and Value-Size Unsalted French Fries
(480 calories, 21g fat)
Follow BK's motto and "Have It Your Way." Order the basic burger without mayo and with extra lettuce and tomato to... Read more
Chronic pain can make it difficult to get a good night's sleep but restful sleep helps with pain management. Here's how to break the vicious cycle of pain and sleep.
