Health's Food Awards: The Best New Eats of 2011

Good-for-you grub Who says you have to shop the perimeter of the grocery store to be healthy? We put 500 new convenience foods to the test and found great picks in every aisle. Shop smarter with our list! GranolaPurely Elizabeth Ancient Grain Granola Cereal in Pumpkin Fig The judges cheered for this great-tasting standout in a sea of too-bland or too-sweet granolas, thanks to its dried figs and organic cinnamon. This low-sugar (only 6 grams) pick...

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12 Mouthwatering Meatless Meals

Posted by Human health on 8:28 AM Meat-free, but flavor-packedLooking for a way to save money? Meatless meals are less expensive, and plant-based diets may reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease. These 12 vegetarian recipes will wow your taste buds without hurting your wallet. Ravioli With Tomatoes, White Beans, and Escarole This recipe combines Mediterranean spices and white beans to get a protein-packed pasta. Ingredients: Four-cheese ravioli, great Northern beans, diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, red pepper, fresh escarole or spinach, grated Asiago cheese Calories: 329 ...

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Depression in the Elderly: 7 Ways to Help

Depression in older adultsOlder people are at risk for depression, are underserved by the mental health profession, and have the highest rates of suicide in the country. But many seniors are resistant to treatment because they don't want to burden their families, or equate depression with weakness or even death. "One of the hardest questions I get from families is, 'How can I get my elderly loved one mental health help when they don't want it?' " says Joel E. Streim, MD, professor of geriatric psychiatry at the University...

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6 Delicious Bread Recipes

Baking made easyPreparing homemade bread may seem like a huge undertaking, but these 6 simple and wholesome recipes are 100% worthwhile. And making them yourself means you'll be avoiding any excess preservatives and sodium. Butter Crust Sandwich Bread Bake this crusty bread over the weekend, and use it to make hearty sandwiches for the week. You'll love the fresh-baked taste, and even though it's white bread, you'll get a small amount of fiber in each slice. Ingredients: Sugar, dry yeast, fat-free milk, butter, all-purpose flour, salt, cooking spray Calories: 187 ...

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