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5 Foods I Never Feed My Children
My kids get treats and snacks they like, but there are certain foods they will just never get from me. Wondering what foods are on my "off limits" list?
10 New Uses for Leftovers
Make your favorite recipe do double time! Ban boring leftovers by giving your extra servings a second chance.
The 5 Toughest Pieces of Nutrition Advice to Follow
The weight-loss journey is full of don'ts--don't eat this, don't do that, don't mindlessly eat that. It's enough to drive anyone crazy. But you can learn how to follow the rules with a few tweaks. Registered dietitian Toby Amidor walks you through five of the most difficult nutrition rules and explains how you can follow them without losing your mind or your drive. 
How to Get Your Daily Dose of Vitamin D
A growing number of health experts think that Americans are not getting enough vitamin D. More than a bone-strengthener, this key nutrient plays a role in cancer, hormones and obesity, too. Find out why you might be falling short—and what to do about it.
Food Showdown: It's a Wrap!
Are spinach tortillas or multi-grain tortillas more nutritious? Find out in this war of the sandwich wraps!
Is Gluten-Free the Way to Be?
Many people are giving up gluten out of fear that it's bad for them. Is the gluten-free diet a must for everyone or just another passing trend?