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Veggies Low Fat Diet Lowers Cholesterol
Adding plant foods to low-fat diet doubles cholesterol-lowering effectBy Daniel J. DeNoon WebMD Medical NewsReviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD May 2, 2005 -- You can lower your cholesterol with a low-fat diet. But you get twice the bang for your buck if y...

Vietnamese Cuisine; Healthy Tips & Recipes
Southeast Asian cuisine is fresh, flavorful, and healthy.By Colette Bouchez WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed by Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD Nestled in steamy Southeast Asia, the tiny country of Vietnam -- 1,000 miles long but just 35 miles wid...

Vitamins, Minerals & Nutritional Supplements
Here's how to get the vitamins and minerals you need.By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert Column Color Rules - A Rainbow of Nutrients Vitamins in the News - Antioxidants and Vitamin D The Calcium Connection - Sweetheart of Mi...

Weight Loss
We've got 26 tips to help you succeed.By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD/LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnA is for attitude. A can-do attitude will help you get over the inevitable hurdles of weight loss. Anticipate slip-ups -- they happen. But inste...

Weight Loss Succes: Reduce Variety in Diet?
Reducing variety in the diet linked to weight loss successBy Jennifer Warner WebMD Medical NewsReviewed By Michael W. Smith, MD June 2, 2005 -- Variety may be the spice of life, but it may also sabotage your diet. More Choices Can Mean More PoundsBy Kat...

Weight Management
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Weight Management
Use these strategies for long-term successBy Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, LD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnThere are lots of ways to lose weight. The question is, how do you lose weight and keep it off? Atkins advocates argue that their diet work...

Wheat-Flour Tortillas Recipe
Wheat-Flour TortillasMaking homemade flour tortillas is easier than you?d think. Why, it?s kids' play! You'll love working the dough with your bare hands, then rolling the little balls of dough into thin circles with a rolling pin.Ingredients:1/2 cup pl...

Whipped Mayonnaise Recipe
Whipped MayonnaiseIngredients:8 ounces package fat-free cream cheese1 hard-boiled egg yolk1 tablespoon mustard1 tablespoon vinegar1 chopped shallotSalt and pepper to tasteA handful chopped parsleyPreparation:1. Wisk hard-boiled egg yolk until smooth.2. ...

White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse with Crunch Top
White Chocolate Raspberry Mousse with Crunch ToppingMake this colorful and fun dessert in three minutes!Ingredients:1-ounce box white chocolate sugar-free instant pudding1 1/2 cups low-fat milk1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries (or use blackberries or bo...

White Chocolate-Cranberry Coffee Cake Recipe
White Chocolate-Cranberry Coffee Cake RecipeIngredients:1/2 cup less-fat margarine (with 8 grams fat per tablespoon)1/2 cup light cream cheese1 cup firmly packed brown sugar1/2 cup Splenda or Equal for baking (or 1/4 cup granulated sugar)2 large eggs1/2...

White Wine Sauce with Pickles Recipe
White Wine Sauce with PicklesIngredients:2 large shallots1 heaping tbsp flour1/2 cup white wine1 cup vegetable bouillon10 average size picklesA handful fresh thymeSalt and pepper to tastePreparation:1 Coat the bottom of a non-stick pan with 1 drop of oi...

Whole-Grain Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
Whole-Grain Chicken Noodle Soup RecipeIngredients:2 tablespoons olive oil2 cups sliced celery2 cups sliced mushrooms2 cups chopped sweet onion4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, roasted or grilled (or skinless meat from 1 rotisserie chicken)2 tablespo...

Wild Rice with Sun Dried Tomoatoes Recipe
Wild Rice with Sun Dried TomatoesIngredients:4 ounces wild rice2 tablespoons pine nuts1 cup sun dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)1/4 cup sliced black olives1/4 cup minced parsleyPreparation:1. Cook the rice in an abundant amount of boiling salted water...

Winter Meals: Lighten Your Favorite Soups, Stews
Lighten your favorite winter soups, stews, and casserolesBy Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnReviewed By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, LD Winter has arrived, along with our cravings for warm, wonderful soups, stews, and casserol...

Women Only: Mars and Venus in the Supermarket?
A spate of 'For Women Only' products are taking over store shelvesBy Denise Mann WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD Move over, plain aspirin. Make room for Women's Tylenol Menstrual Relief and Bayer Women's Aspirin Plus C...

Women's Nutrition Needs Special Attention
By John Casey WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD According to the old nursery rhyme, little boys and little girls are made of very different things. While you can fault the rhyme for not being factually accurate, it does ...

Workout Routines & Ideas
Explore your fitness options and nurture a love of movement. By Wendy Oliver-Pyatt, MD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - FeatureReviewed by Louise Chang, MD Level One Workout Ideas: Expand Your Definition of Exercise Level Two Workout Ideas: Find an Entry-leve...

Yoga for Back Problems
If you have questions about your health, you should consult your personal physician. This event is meant for informational purposes only.By Carol Ardman WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Live Events TranscriptEvent Date: Wednesday, March 2, 2005MODERATOR: Welc...

Yogurt Breakfast Parfait Recipe
Pleasin' Yogurt Breakfast ParfaitPrep time: 5 minutesIngredients:1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt1/2 cup crunchy low-fat cereal or granola, divided1/2 cup fresh fruit, sliced (such as strawberries, blueberries, pineapple)Preparation:1. To assemble parfait, ...

Yogurt Parfait Recipe
Yogurt ParfaitYogurt makes a great snack, but day after day it can get a bit boring. This is one way to make it a little more interesting.Ingredients:1/8 cup fresh fruit (such as berries, sliced peaches, etc.)1/8 cup low-fat or regular yogurt (flavor of...

Yogurt: Tips to Spice Up That Plain Yogurt
3 ways to spice up that plain yogurtBy Elaine Magee, MPH, RD WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Expert ColumnReviewed By Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, LD So your eating plan has prescribed plain yogurt for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (or at least one of your meals...

Zucchini Souffl? Recipe
Zucchini Souffl?Ingredients:2 1/2 cups zucchini1/2 cup (4 ounces) fat free cream cheese4 tablespoons grated parmesan or Swiss cheese1 egg yolk2 stiffly-beaten egg whites1 tablespoon cornstarchSalt and pepper to tasteDash of nutmegPreparation:1. Preheat ...

Zucchini with Pink Shrimp Recipe
Zucchini with Pink ShrimpIngredients:1 3/4 cups zucchini5 ounces peeled shrimp8 ounces package fat free cream cheese2 tablespoons lemon juiceSalt and pepper to tasteA handful fine herbs such as parsley or chivesPreparation:1. Rinse zucchini, cut off the...