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Finger Foods That Are Fun and Festive
These light bites will perk up your party tableBy Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnWe do a lot of standing around and visiting with friends, family, and co-workers this time of year, don't we? And what are we doing with our ...

Fish Encrusted with Sea Salt Recipe
Fish Encrusted with Sea SaltIngredients:2 1/2 - 3 pounds bream or Porgy10 pounds sea saltYield: 4 servingsOne portion of this low-calorie recipe can replace one entrée (main dish) prescribed in your diet plan.Preparation:1. Clean the fish but keep it in...

Fish Help the Heart by Fighting Inflammation
Effects of omega-3 fatty acids make fish good for your heartBy Jennifer Warner WebMD Medical NewsReviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD July 5, 2005 -- The inflammation-fighting effects of omega-3 fatty acids may be the key behind fish's heart-healthy benefit...

Fish in Aluminum Foil Recipe
Fish in Aluminum FoilIngredients:4 filets of fish (cod, sole, sea bass, trout, etc.)2 onions2 tomatoes2 carrots1 sweet pepper2 celery stalksA handful of fresh parsleySalt and pepper to tastePreparation:1. Preheat oven to 325°F.2. Dice onions, tomatoes, ...

Fish Stew Recipe
Fish StewIngredients:1 pound white fish (like cod)2 cups leeks1 1/2 cups carrots1 celery bunch 1 handful of your favorite fresh herbs (chives, parsley)2 onions1 clove2 garlic cloves Salt and pepper to tastePreparation:1. Peel and rinse leeks, carrots, a...

Fish: Nothing Fishy About These Fish!
WebMD's Top 10 Ways To Make Seafood Safe By Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnYou know that fish is good for you. It's low in saturated fat, rich in protein, and contains the omega-3 fatty acids thought to do all sorts of won...

Fish: Recipes from the Sea
Swimmingly good recipes for fishBy Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnYou're a smart consumer. You know how important seafood is to your diet: It's low in saturated fat, rich in protein, and full of the beneficial omega-3 fatt...

Fish: Tips & Recipes for Tasty, Healthy Fish
Skip the deep-fry fat, keep the fresh fish flavorBy Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnAlthough I relish the crispy crumb and moist interior of fried fish fillets just as much as the next person, it pains me to see something s...

Fish: What You Need to Know About Eating Fish
With concerns about mercury levels in fish -- a usually healthful food -- how much should women of childbearing age eat?By Jeanie Lerche Davis WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed By Charlotte Grayson, MD Fish and shellfish have gained star status...

Fizzy Water Recipe
Fizzy WaterRemember those 50/50 bars with orange sherbet on the outside and vanilla ice cream on the inside? That vintage ice cream bar is the essence of this low-calorie drink.Ingredients:3/4 cup seltzer water, club soda, or fizzy mineral water1/4 cup ...

Flank Steak, Dad's Favorite Recipe
Dad's Favorite Flank SteakIngredients:10 reduced-fat wheat crackers (reduced-fat Triscuits® can also be used)10 thin slices of reduced-fat cheddar cheese5 or more slices of light salami or sliced deli turkey10 slices of black olives (if desired)Prep...

Flavor-Boosting Tricks for Healthy Cooking
Chefs share their tips for boosting flavor and nutrition.By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed By Louise Chang, MD You know it when you taste it, but just what is it that distinguishes a great dish from an ordinary on...

Floating Islands Recipe
Floating IslandsIngredients:1 1/4 cups skim milk3 eggs -- separated2-3 drops vanilla extract1 pinch cornstarchGround cinnamon to tasteNo-calorie sweetener (aspartame, etc.) Preparation:1. Mix egg yolks with the sweetener and beat until well blended; add...

Food & Cooking Tips
Discover the tricks the experts use to prepare tasty and nutritious meals. By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed by Louise Chang, MD A nutritious meal does not have to be tasteless. Learning the cooking tricks of the ...

Food & Grocery Shopping
Read the labels, and fill your cart with the most nutritious foodsBy Sylvia Davis WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed by Louise Chang, MD It all starts in the grocery store. The foods you choose to stock your pantry , refrigerator, and freezer ar...

Food Expiration: Do Dates Really Matter?
Experts provide a guide to the variety of confusing 'freshness' dates on foodBy Star LawrenceWebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD You open the fridge, drag out the cottage cheese, check for fur, and if there isn't any, you ...

Food Gifts NOT to Give for the Holidays
Considering an edible holiday present? Before you hit the mall, check out this list of food gifts it's best to avoid.By Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnWe've all gotten them at one time or another: gifts of food that were d...

Food Guidelines: New Dietary Guidelines Published
WebMD Live Events Transcript; Event Date: Tuesday, January 18, 2005By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, LD WebMD Weight Loss ClinicJust in time for your New Year's resolution to eat a more healthy diet, there is a new food guide. The departments of Agriculture ...

Food Labels: How to Read a Food Label
Here's how to make sense of those tricky food-labeling termsBy Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnUnderstanding what's in the foods you buy is key to stocking a nutritious kitchen. Yet food labels are not always easy to ...

Food Labels: Many Can't Use Nutritional Info
Poor Math and Reading Skills Make Using Nutrition Information Difficult.By Jennifer Warner WebMD Medical NewsReviewed by Louise Chang, MD Sept. 26, 2006 -- Poor math and reading skills may be making it more difficult for many adults to eat in a healthy ...

Food Poisoning: Keep Your Refrigerator Safe
What's lurking in your fridge?>/p>By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnDoes evil lurk behind the door of your refrigerator? The last time you cleaned out your fridge, did you find a science experiment growing on last w...

Food Poisoning: Tips for a Healthy Backyard Feast
12 ways to avoid food poisoning and focus on the fun By Mark Moran, MPH WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, LD Between planning your guest list, putting the final touches on your menu, and grocery shopping, it may be ...

Food Presentation: Art of Making Food Look Good
Appearance is as important as taste if you want to stick to a healthy eating plan.By Carol Sorgen WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed by Louise Chang, MD You don't have to be a celebrity chef to make your meals as visually appealing as they are t...

Food Pyramid: Experts Explain Food Guidelines
Confused by the government's new food guidelines? Three experts help you learn just what you need to knowBy Colette Bouchez WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed By Michael Smith, MD They've tossed it on its side and added a rainbow of colors. But ...

Food Pyramid: New Food Guide Gets Personal
Moderation, exercise, individuality now stressedBy Todd Zwillich WebMD Medical NewsReviewed By Michael W. Smith, MD April 19, 2005 -- Federal officials unveiled new dietary recommendations Tuesday, updating the widely known -- but rarely followed -- foo...

Food Pyramid: New Guide to Emphasize Healthy Carbs
New dietary guidelines offer 10 steps to a healthier youBy Jeanie Lerche Davis WebMD Medical NewsReviewed By Michael Smith, MD Aug. 30, 2004 -- The new food pyramid will be out soon, and it's looking very lean.What Makes Up a Healthy Diet?By Kathleen Ze...

Food Rut: Beware of Boredom
Menu monotony isn't always bad, but beware of boredomBy Leanna Skarnulis WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, LD It's so easy to fall into an eating rut. Having the same breakfast, lunch, or dinner day in and day out o...

Food Safety
Avoid food poisoning by following a few simple rules for keeping your food safe. By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed by Louise Chang, MD In the U.S., we have one of the safest food supplies in the world. Still, we hear...

Food Safety: 7 'Risky' Foods Falling off the Menu
Fewer Americans Eat Pink Hamburgers and Other Foods That Could Get You Sick By  Miranda Hitti WebMD Medical NewsReviewed By  Louise Chang, MD on Tuesday, March 21, 2006 March 21, 2006 -- Fewer Americans are eating seven "risky" foods that could carry in...

Food Safety: Keep Food Safe Outdoors
Food-borne illnesses are no picnic, so prepare your food the proper way.By Sarah Albert WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed By Michael W. Smith, MD It's the season for frolicking in the sun during family barbecues and for romantic picnics. At som...