Articles written by Jennifer Murray

Vitamin C plays a key role in a healthy body. Eat these foods high in vitamin C to make sure you're getting enough of this health-boosting nutrient.

Feb 22, 2011 - Jennifer Murray

Whole grains contain many essential nutrients and health-boosting properties that help you control blood sugar, weight and reduce the risk of disease.

Feb 19, 2011 - Jennifer Murray

The World's Healthiest Foods by George Mateljan is a complete guide to food and nutrition, how diet affects health, and the best ways to eat a healthy diet.

Jan 30, 2011 - Jennifer Murray

B vitamins play a key role in many bodily functions, including energy production. Learn about consuming more of these vitamins for energy.

Jan 26, 2011 - Jennifer Murray

Do you want to boost your fiber intake? Find out which foods high in fiber to include in your diet to gain the health benefits fiber has to offer.

Jan 24, 2011 - Jennifer Murray

Eating a high-fiber diet offers many benefits besides a healthy digestive system. Learn the health benefits of dietary fiber.

Jan 22, 2011 - Jennifer Murray

Sesame seeds are a rich source of fiber, calcium, and other essential nutrients that provide the body with many health-boosting benefits.

Dec 31, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Seeds are rich in essential vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats that boost overall health and prevention of disease. Learn the health benefits of seeds.

Dec 31, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Citrus fruits are not only low in calories, but are rich sources of vitamins and minerals. Learn the nutritional benefits of citrus fruits.

Dec 26, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

B vitamins play a key role good overall health, and can help boost immunity and energy. Including B vitamin foods in your diet ensures adequate intake.

Dec 26, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

New guidelines released today by the Institute of Medicine suggests an increase in daily vitamin D and calcium intake, also advise against taking too much.

Nov 30, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Eating nutritious foods not only boosts health, but can help you lose weight without dieting. Develop healthy eating habits for permanent weight loss.

Nov 14, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Well known as a food high in omega-3 fatty acids, salmon contains many nutrients needed for overall health. Find out the many health benefits of salmon.

Nov 9, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Although the Mayo Clinic Diet is a weight loss program, eating a diet based on the Mayo Clinic Healthy Weight Pyramid offers health-boosting benefits.

Oct 27, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Sticking to a healthy eating plan is often difficult to do during the holidays. Here's how to eat healthy over the holidays and avoid holiday weight gain.

Oct 26, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Fat Loss 4 Idiots is a diet that is gaining in popularity, but is it a safe diet for weight loss? Learn its pros and cons.

Oct 2, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Apples are popular because of their taste. However, their health-boosting benefits should not be overlooked. Learn the health benefits of apples.

Sep 26, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Detox diets, or cleansing diets, are a popular method used to detoxify the body and to jumpstart a healthy diet or weight loss, but are detox diets safe?

Sep 11, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Fruits are among the top sources of antioxidants. Learn which fruits are the best sources of antioxidants to add to your diet.

Aug 19, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Vitamin D plays a role in more than healthy bones and adequate consumption is important for overall health. Learn the top food sources of vitamin D.

Aug 11, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

A tasty summer fruit, raspberries are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber. Learn the nutrients in and the health benefits of raspberries.

Jun 30, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Research suggests vitamin E benefits more than just skin health. Learn the benefits of vitamin E and recommended intake amounts.

Jun 14, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Popular among bodybuilders, protein powder is not just for athletes. A convenient way to increase protein intake, protein powder has many benefits.

May 28, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

With a variety of protein powders to choose from, determining which one to buy can be difficult. Learn what to look for when choosing a protein powder.

May 28, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Well-known as a potassium-rich food, bananas contain many other essential nutrients that boost health. Learn the health benefits of bananas.

Apr 7, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

All varieties of cabbage are high in nutritional value. In addition to having anticancer properties, cabbage is a good source of many health-boosting nutrients.

Mar 27, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Known as the "king of fruit," the mango is an antioxidant-rich health booster. Low in calories and high in vitamins and minerals, mangoes make for a nutritious treat.

Mar 20, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

In addition to being the best source of lycopene available, tomatoes are rich in many essential nutrients. Learn the health benefits of tomatoes.

Mar 7, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Although spot reduction isn't possible, combining specific thigh toning exercises with a healthy diet can help women lose fat from both the inner and outer thighs.

Feb 25, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Green tea is well known for providing protection against age-related diseases; however, new research suggests the catechins in green tea may promote eye health.

Feb 22, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Adding chromium-rich foods to a balanced diet can ensure adequate intake of this essential mineral. Learn which foods and beverages are the best sources of chromium.

Feb 10, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

In 400 Calorie Fix, Liz Vaccariello and Mindy Hermann offer readers a sensible and permanent solution to weight loss by eating everyday foods and counting calories.

Feb 8, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Although the body can produce vitamin D with sun exposure, eating foods high in vitamin D is important to ensuring adequate intake of this essential vitamin.

Feb 6, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Pecans are rich in protein, heart-healthy fats, and essential vitamins and minerals. Learn the health benefits of adding pecans to an overall balanced diet.

Feb 1, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Exercise can significantly lower blood pressure; however, making changes to the diet is also important when attempting to lower blood pressure naturally.

Jan 29, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Make weight loss easier by taking advantage of the body's ability to boost fat burning. Follow these tips to speed metabolism and burn fat naturally.

Jan 18, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Quinoa is a low-fat source of protein and rich in essential nutrients. Learn the health benefits of quinoa and why it's one of the most nutritious foods available.

Jan 15, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

An excellent source of vitamin C and manganese, pineapple is a great-tasting and nutritious addition to a balanced diet. Learn the health benefits of pineapple.

Jan 9, 2010 - Jennifer Murray

Always skipping breakfast because you are short on time? Here are some quick and healthy breakfast ideas to get your day off to a good start.

Dec 29, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

Trying to quit caffeine without the uncomfortable effects of caffeine withdrawal? Here are a few tips on how to cope with caffeine withdrawal symptoms.

Dec 15, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

HBO's Big Love Season 4 debuts January 10, 2010. Where did the show leave off at the end of Season 3? Get caught up with this Big Love Season 3 Recap.

Dec 2, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

A high blood pressure diet is important in managing hypertension. In addition to the popular DASH Diet, learn about other diets that help lower high blood pressure.

Dec 1, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

Eating sugary foods often leads to cravings for even more sugar. Balanced meals and controlling blood sugar both play key roles when trying to stop sugar cravings.

Nov 24, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

Prebiotic and probiotic foods increase beneficial bacteria in the body, boost immunity, promote healthy digestion, and can improve overall health.

Nov 16, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

NutriSystem offers convenience and variety, but like any commercial diet plan, the NutriSystem diet also has its disadvantages. Learn the pros and cons of Nutrisystem.

Nov 10, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

The 10-Minute Body Breakthrough by Sean Foy arms readers with everything needed to lose weight, get fit, and improve health in mere minutes a day.

Nov 7, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

Walnuts are a rich source of many health-boosting nutrients. Learn the health benefits of walnuts and why the walnut is one of the most nutritious nuts available.

Nov 2, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

Gaining weight during the holidays is common, but not inevitable. Plan ahead and avoid holiday weight gain by following these simple tips.

Nov 1, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

While the Medifast diet offers many benefits, there are disadvantages with this popular weight loss plan. Learn the pros and cons of the Medifast weight loss program.

Oct 30, 2009 - Jennifer Murray

While many adults use a juice diet for cleansing purposes, juicing diets are also used for weight loss. Learn the pros and cons of using a juice diet to lose weight.

Oct 25, 2009 - Jennifer Murray