Parents want their kids to eat healthy, but no one wants to hear “yuck” or “gross” when they put dinner on the table. Getting kids to eat whole grains is not hard when you start with things that kids know and already like. Try these easy swaps before trying something totally new!

“Ginger?” I asked after she told me that she often chews and swallows a 1-inch piece of fresh ginger whenever she gets a bout of heartburn. I know that ginger has been used often to calm nausea, but I’ve never heard it used in this way…

Did you see my latest post on AOL about turmeric? It’s being evaluated for its ability to soothe skin disorders like psoriasis, calm the nervous system and PMS. In my research, I came across other interesting uses of turmeric – including an automotive one I bet you’ve never heard of!

Are you familiar with the “Dog Whisperer” TV show? One of the recent episodes dealt with a dog that simply refused to eat – and one of questions Cesar asked the dog owners stuck with me the rest of day…

Salt is one of the quintessential components of restaurant cooking – and just like for many home cooks – it’s a challenge that every cook is eager to pass under the watchful eyes of the sous-chef. Whenever I eat out, it’s one of the key things I notice right away…

By now we all know that eating fish is good for you. Just as your grandma told you, it’s brain food! Well, it turns out that fish is also a great preventative food and a great food for your heart!

Since food is so intricately linked to survival, it begs the question whether modifying your food consumption can also increase your lifespan. A new study reveals the answer.

Did you know that fresh blueberries really stick to a non-stick waffle iron? It shouldn’t be the case, but that’s what I discovered this week. I don’t use my wafffle iron that much, but here’s how I dealt with the burned-berry mess…

Often when I first wake up, I start to mull over an imaginary “to do list” that is far larger than what one human being can accomplish in one day. Then I make my second mistake of the morning…

In my opinion, the number one reason to use spices in your food – beyond adding plenty of flavor with no fat or sugar – is that most spices contain compounds that work as powerful anti-inflammatory agents. So escape your comfort zone and try some of the more “exotic” spices!

Everyone wants to eat delicious food and be healthy at the same time, right? And who wouldn't want to ditch the diets forever and start making simple, lifelong changes that keep you healthy, satisfied and in shape? I am proud to announce the launch of my first cookbook, a collection of 100 of America's favorite recipes made healthier and tastier!

Valentine's Day is a time to let loose and shower your loved ones with love and tempting treats. But just because you want to spoil them with delicious eats, it doesn't mean you have to spoil their New Year's resolution to eat better - download my free booklet to find out how...