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Nutrition

The 10 Best iPhone Nutrition Apps

We’ve tested all the nutrition apps we could find, from calorie trackers to grocery lists. We even found an iPhone app that you can use without actually owning an iPhone yourself (see slide nine).

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Tags: Health, Eating Out, Cooking, Weight Loss, Calories, Food

Nutrition

Conquer Cravings With Yogurt

A jonesing for junk food doesn't have to offset your healthy eating plan. Athletes' Performance nutritionist Simin Levinson stopped by FOX 10 Phoenix to explain how yogurt can help you fight temptation. Watch this video for tips on satisfying chocolate, salt, and comfort food cravings.

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Tags: Health, Calories, Food, Nutrients, Snacks, Weight Loss, Fat

Nutrition

7 Hearty Winter Meals

Whether you’re coming in from a day of skiing or just want to warm up by the fire, these healthy winter meals will help you heat up and slim down. The Athletes’ Performance chefs created these seven delicious recipes with hearty helpings of protein and fiber to fill you up while keeping your nutrition plan on track. Click on the image above for the recipes.

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Tags: Food, Dinner, Cooking, Recipes

Nutrition

The Best and Worst Holiday Cocktails

With the onslaught of parties and get-togethers with family and friends, the holidays can do major damage to your waistline. With the help of nutritionist Megan Mangano, we’ve outlined the best and worst alcoholic beverages of the season in terms of their nutritional value (or lack thereof). Follow this simple guide for which drinks to avoid and which ones to enjoy in moderation.

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Tags: Beverages, Health, Eating Out, Weight Loss

Nutrition

8 Healthy Holiday Treats

There’s no need to deprive yourself, or your houseguests, of tasty sweets this holiday season. We've whipped up eight delicious desserts that you can enjoy without sabotaging your healthy diet. Click on the image above for the recipes. 

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Tags: Health, Cooking, Recipes, Dessert

Nutrition

The Costco Diet?

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I hail from Sequim, Washington, not far from the headquarters of Costco Wholesale, the popular warehouse shopping company that sells everything from electronics to clothes, books to wine, furniture to tires and, of course, food.

There’s a misperception about Costco and its competitors that they only sell food in bulk sizes fit for a family of twelve. Actually many items in warehouse stores are the same size you might find in grocery stores, at a fraction of the cost.

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Tags: Health, Cooking, Weight Loss, Food, Women

Nutrition

Best Nutrition Tips of 2009

Throughout the year, our performance nutritionists have provided smart, practical advice on living healthier and performing better through nutrition. We've collected their best tips to help you meet your goals in 2010.

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Tags: Food, Beverages, Nutrients, Family, Health, Weight Loss, Breakfast

Blogs

One Small Change

Are You Eating Enough Fiber?

After a month of adding fiber to his diet, author Joe Kita levels his verdict.

Live Better

Is Sitting a Death Sentence?

Sitting for hours every day can lead to poor health even if you exercise, according to studies.

Play Better

5 Things You Can Learn Watching Hoops

ESPN basketball analyst Fran Fraschilla explains what to watch for to improve your own game.

The Performance Life

February's Top Stories

Catch up on our most popular articles and videos from February.

News

Offseason Training Partners and Olympic Teammates

US Men's and Women's hockey stars Chris Drury and Angela Ruggiero both share an intense training regimen.

Secrets to Success

Olympian Workout Tips from Angela Ruggiero

The Boston Globe interviews Angela Ruggiero about training for the Vancouver Games at Athletes' Perfomance.