Like most everyone else on the planet, I love french fries. But like most other people, I also try to avoid fast food and fried foods – here’s a step by step guide to make your own fries!

As a teen, I had a real passion for fried rice and, since I was a vegetarian at the time, I thought that ordering takeout Chinese vegetable fried rice at least twice a week was a fairly healthy choice. Now that I cook at home more frequently and often have leftover rice, I find that making my favorite takeout dish at home is cheap, healthy and delicious.

Chicken is by far the most popular protein. It’s very versatile, spanning all cultures and cuisines, well liked and diet friendly. Home cooks tend to over cook chicken so in today’s post I’m going to tell you about one of the easiest ways to cook chicken properly. The cooking technique is the same for each of the four quick cooking chicken dishes listed, so once you master it you can try all the sauces to add delicious variety to your dinner table.

Why do eggs get a bad rap when it comes to health? It probably isn’t a good food choice for someone who has serious cholesterol or weight issues, however, most health studies surrounding egg consumption along with a healthy diet tell us that eggs are not at the root of many food-related health issues.

I often get asked why I choose turkey bacon for recipes and breakfast, given that turkey bacon is slightly higher in sodium compared to pork bacon. But while sodium content is an important aspect, there’s more to consider.

One of the biggest dieting myths out there claim that most people don’t get enough protein – yet in fact, the average American consumes about 50% more than the recommended daily amount.

With Thanksgiving around the corner, baking season has officially begun. I consider desserts a special treat, but if I can find a way to make them lighter without compromising on taste, that’s even better.

Pasta has gotten a bad rap in recent years with all of the “anti-carb” diets, but I refuse to remove it from my dinner table. The key is to eat smaller portions and fill it out with some serious veggie power.

I‘m an avid yoga practitioner always looking for more ways to bring the principles of yoga off the mat and into my life. A lot of what I do with cooking, my blog, and programs like “Ditch the Diets” has roots in what I learned from yogic philosophy and the daily practice of self reflection.

Pizza is one of those international foods that has become an American classic. But a lot of people consider pizza to be “junk or fast food”. But how bad is it for you, really? And how can you make a simple, mess-free, healthier version?

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...