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 (ARA) - Sometimes a small change in your diet can lead to big results. Americans are continuing to recognize that maintaining a healthy lifestyle includes making smart food choices. A good place to start is making whole grains a staple of your diet, as they provide many nutrients that are fundamental to the health and preservation of our bodies.
While most people recognize the benefits of adding whole grains into their diets, the taste and texture of some whole grain foods have been a deterrent for some. Now, eating healthy can be an enjoyable and delicious experience, in addition to helping maintain a healthy body.
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A nutrient-rich breakfast with protein can help keep you going  (ARA) - You've heard for years that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Although eating in the morning is a step in the right direction, what people eat appears to be just as important as simply eating.
A balanced breakfast that includes protein, as well as low-fat dairy, whole grains and fruits or vegetables, helps provide energy, and can help keep people going and be at their best. However, the most recent national data shows that on average, only 15 percent of Americans' daily protein intake comes from breakfast. This means there is an opportunity to shift the balance by increasing the amount of protein at breakfast while still maintaining a balanced diet.
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 You scaled back the family summer vacation and expect to curtail spending on holiday gifts this year. Still, you would like to do something special for the holidays, even if your budget isn't as grand as it once was.
Thanksgiving is one holiday when you can make a big splash without spending a lot of cash. Food is still relatively cheap in America - compared with other places in the world - and great food is the centerpiece of Thanksgiving. Serving a feast to family and friends doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg; you just have to be willing to invest the time in planning and preparation.
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Sandra Lee shares her simple tips for entertaining at home  (ARA) - For the average person, hostessing does not mean setting out your finest table cloth and most prized dinnerware. One of the keys to being a good hostess is to create a warm home environment that's ready to welcome guests at any time.
Planning a grand dinner party or an over-the-top outdoor soiree can be a blast, but more often than not, you'll find yourself playing host to your family and friends with little advanced notice. By keeping your house stocked with a few simple items, and having some go-to ideas for quick snacks, drinks and decor, you'll keep your home ever-ready for guests.
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 (ARA) - Americans eat too little seafood and should eat more for better brain development in babies and heart health in adults, according to the final report of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee.
Made up of the country's top nutrition experts, the committee spent two years reviewing the latest science and crafting recommended changes to the government's nutrition advice. The advice is updated every five years and each time something stands out. This year, that is the new advice about eating seafood. Here's what the final report says:
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 (ARA) - Did you know more babies are born in August than any other month of the year? According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there is a "baby boom" from July to September -- meaning most women become pregnant during the cooler nine months prior. For all moms who are pregnant or thinking about getting pregnant, it's important to have a healthy diet of nutrient-rich foods. By following clear advice from health experts, moms-to-be can ensure their health and boost their baby's growth.
Experts recommend fish for expecting mothers
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 (ARA) - Cheryl Koompin knows a thing or two about getting dinner on the table for her family after a long day of work. She and her husband raised two boys while maintaining the family's potato farm in American Falls, Idaho. That meant years of early mornings, long days in the field and making sure dinner, homework and chores were taken care of in the evening.
Today, Koompin is the United States Potato Board's (USPB) chairman of the board. She is using this expertise and leading the U.S. potato industry in their efforts to educate consumers, specifically moms, that potatoes are a nutritious, delicious and quick mealtime solution.
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 (ARA) - With obesity rates on the rise, there is no better time than now for families to build healthier habits. This includes getting more exercise and eating healthier. Nutritionists recommend eating more whole grains, lean proteins and increasing the amount of vegetables and fruit in their daily diets. While selecting the right foods is the first step, how they are prepared is equally as important. Cooking healthfully includes choosing the right ingredients as well as implementing techniques such as baking, grilling, broiling, roasting and stir frying.
Moms across the country have discovered a new way to cook what they love only healthier with the new George Foreman Evolve Grill. With a large variety of meal options for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack times in between, the Evolve Grill paves a time-saving and healthy path to meal preparation and eating right without sacrificing good taste. The grill comes with four plates to grill, bake and even make mini-burgers. Customize the grill by purchasing additional plates for making waffles, omelets, muffins and more, all in one convenient appliance. Moms love that that Evolve Grill not only helps them cook more healthfully, but also it is easy to clean, use and store as well.
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