Spotlight Recipes: Goodies for St. Patrick’s Day

You’ll have Irish eyes smiling with our healthy green-themed, St. Paddy’s Day dishes — we’ve got ideas for everything from snacks to sides to a classic main course.

You’ll have Irish eyes smiling with our healthy green-themed, St. Paddy’s Day dishes — we’ve got ideas for everything from snacks to sides to a classic main course.

With nine seasons under its belt, The Biggest Loser has become a cultural — and weigh-loss — phenomenon. We’ve seen dozens of contestants successfully lose huge amounts of weight (and some continue to struggle after they put it back on). You may not be lucky enough to get on the show, but The Biggest Loser does offer at-home tips and planning tools for a DIY experience.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! Well, almost. When March comes around, I’m always searching for creative ways to celebrate the holiday that don’t involve high-calorie indulgences. This year, I’m trying an Irish-inspired salmon recipe that works for any meal but, when paired with kale-laced mashed potatoes, is a healthy, festive meal.
With our latest reader tips and comments, you share ideas for the the bulk bins, how to spice up your morning cereal and a sweet way to get more from your citrus. Plus, check out new ideas for eating your greens.
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What you eat affects every part of your body — even your hair. When it comes to keeping your locks lovely, some nutrients play an extra important role. Here are 10 foods to keep on your plate.

If you’re like me, you’ve probably heard the name before but may have only tried this fruit a couple of times. Get to know these lesser-known members of the citrus family.

You’d think soda was our national beverage the way people guzzle it. Opt for the regular stuff and you’re downing lots of extra calories and sugar; in comparison, calorie-free diet soda seems like a harmless alternative. But if you need a soda fix, is it better to swig sugar or artificial sweeteners? What about the caffeine and phophorus?
Here are some things to know about diet sodas (or any diet beverage for that matter).

You can never have too many yummy chicken recipes. A lean protein, chicken is packed with energy-boosting B-vitamins and the mineral selenium (which may help ward off cancers, according to some research). Don’t forget to remove the skin before digging in to get rid of most of the artery-clogging saturated fat.
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Yeah, you're right! With its color, I'm sure kids will really love it! Looks so yummy! Great Piece!