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  • Food Porn for a Cause: Feedie App Feeds Hungry Children with Your Food Photos

    By Elizabeth Simmons for DietsInReview.comLike it or not, taking pictures of our meals and sharing them via social media is a part of our everyday lives. Food pictures are shared when a meal is pretty, cheap or simply delicious. Though we tend to make fun of those share "food porn" pictures of their meals, a new app may cause the late adopters to jump on the food-sharing bandwagon. Feedie is looking to turn people's pictures of meals into actual meals for children in need. ...

  • Eat like a Guac Star! 5 Celebrity Guacamole Recipes for National Guacamole Day

    Today is National Guacamole Day and we can't think of a single other dedicated food holiday that we enjoy more. Guacamole is the ultimate party maker in a bowl. People will flock to and gather 'round the guac with no questions asked. And you should not only let them, but join them. It's a heart-healthy food that's jam-packed with protein, fiber, vitamin C, and other essential nutrients.If we were giving foods a star on Hollywood Boulevard, guacamole would be a top runner. But since this hasn't yet happened, we'll have to rely on the stars themselves to guac our socks off. ...

  • The Frozen Sangria Swirl Recipe You've Waited for All Summer

    <i>By Patrick Moore, DietsInReview.com</i> <br> <br> The dog days of summer may be over, but there's still plenty of time left to sip summery cocktails and soak up a patio before the leaves begin to fall. With Labor Day being the unofficial closing of the summer season, we want to help you celebrate with a frozen bang. <br> <br> Sangria is a warm weather staple; the fruity wine-based libation looks gorgeous in a glass and is, relatively speaking, a "healthier" cocktail. Traditional sangria is a combination of wine, other liqueurs, and marinated with slices of fruit for an extended period of time. While that's a rewarding process to undertake if you've got some time on your hands, our Talenti Frozen Sangria Swirl is a fast and delicious recipe that will knock you and your guest's socks off. At around 225 calories per one-cup serving, well, just thank us later. <br> <br> If you haven't tried <b><a rel="nofollow" title="talenti" target="_blank" href="http://talentigelato.com/">Talenti's sorbetto</a></b>, remove yourself from the rock you've been living under. Combining the elements of Italian gelato and Argentinian helado, Talenti's sorbetto is dairy free, fat free, and made with pure cane sugar. Whenever you come across a product that has an ingredient list you can count on two hands or less-with contents you can actually pronounce-it's a good thing. This recipe calls for Lisbon Lemon and Roman Raspberry sorbetto, and guess what? They're made with lemons and raspberries. (Novel idea, right?) Talenti sources the most choice ingredients from all over the world, and the result of that raw simplicity is a decadent and creamy frozen treat. The sorbetto is also gluten free and Kosher if you needed more convincing. <br> <br> And while the sorbetto would be a delicious treat on its own, we throw in some wine, blend it together, and whip up the <b><a rel="nofollow" title="frozen sangria recipe" target="_blank" href="http://www.dietsinreview.com/diet_column/03/talenti-frozen-sangria-kicks-off-spring-break-celebrations/">easiest frozen sangria ever</a></b>? <br> <br> For the wine, we prefer <b><a rel="nofollow" title="kings ridge wine" target="_blank" href="http://unionwinecompany.com/">Kings Ridge wines</a></b>, made with grapes both native and unique to the majestic Willamette Valley in Oregon. This particular recipe calls for their Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris. With flavorful notes of raspberry, chocolate, cinnamon, and smoke, the Noir is rich and vibrant, the perfect complement for rich Roman Raspberry flavor. The Gris is well textured and tangy, with flavor notes of pear and melon, and works to mellow and sweeten the frozen sangria; its bright notes quite perfect to blend with the Lisbon Lemon. Kings Ridge has received stellar marks from Wine Enthusiast and the affordable price makes their vino a steal for the everyday wine lover. <br> <br> This drink has the appearance and palatability of a trendy craft cocktail, but you don't have to be a mixologist to make it. This three-step cocktail recipe will turn your last summer party into the one they remember most. And remember, the host gets a spoonful of sorbetto before blending and the first sip of fresh sangria right after! <br> <br> <b>Talenti Frozen Sangria Swirl Featuring Kings Ridge Wines</b> <br> <i>By Brandi Koskie for DietsInReview.com</i> <br> <br> <b>INGREDIENTS</b> <br> <br> 1 pint Lisbon Lemon Talenti Gelato <br> 2 cups Kings Ridge Pinto Gris <br> 1 pint Simply Strawberry or Roman Raspberry Talenti Gelato <br> 2 cups Kings Ridge Pinot Noir <br> <br> <b>METHOD</b> <br> 1. In the blender combine the lemon and gris, and then separately the reds. <br> 2. Then, pour simultaneously in to a glass to create a swirl. Serve immediately. <br> 3. Optional - garnish with fresh berries or lime slices. <br> <br> <b>TRY THESE HEALTHIER LABOR DAY WEEKEND TREATS & EATS</b> <br> <br> <b><a rel="nofollow" title="jalapeno cherry limeade recipe" target="_blank" href="http://www.dietsinreview.com/diet_column/07/drink-up-these-fizzy-jalapeno-cherry-limeades-are-a-hot-twist-on-a-cool-classic/">Fizzy Jalapeno Cherry Limeades</a> <br> <br> <a rel="nofollow" title="tomatillo salsa recipe" target="_blank" href="http://www.dietsinreview.com/diet_column/04/roasted-tomatillo-and-pineapple-salsa-is-a-sweet-and-spicy-treat/">Roasted Tomatillo and Pineapple Salsa</a> <br> <br> <a rel="nofollow" title="peach caprese recipe" target="_blank" href="http://www.dietsinreview.com/diet_column/07/summery-peach-caprese-salad-is-simple-yet-refined/">Peach Caprese Salad</a></b> <br> <br> <br>

  • Marijuana May Make Us Thinner, Even with the Munchies

    By Elizabeth Simmons for DietsInReview.comIt sounds counter-intuitive, but marijuana may help people be thinner. The illegal drug known for causing the munchies was at the heart of a recent study (published in May's Journal of American Medicine) that examined its effect on metabolic processes. The results, though certainly not conclusive, show a correlation between smaller waist circumference and marijuana use. Not only were users thinner, but they also appeared to be healthier overall than those who have never used marijuana. ...

  • Parents Beware! the Cinnamon Challenge is Too Dangerous for Your Kids

    By Elizabeth Simmons for DietsInReview.comThough doctors have individually been discouraging the Cinnamon Challenge for some time, a new report in the April 22 issue of Pediatrics is the first time a group of medical experts has explicitly warned against the fad. The Cinnamon Challenge has been online for about ten years, but rose to popularity when videos of people doing the challenge appeared on YouTube. Today there are thousands of videos with millions of views. ...

  • Celebrity Spokeswomen Melissa Joan Hart and Ana Gasteyer Are Much Needed Voices in Dieting

    By Elizabeth Simmons for DietsInReview.comFirst came the announcement of Melissa Joan Hart (Clarissa Explains It All, Sabrina the Teenage Witch) as a new brand ambassador for Nutrisystem. Hart lost 20 pounds on the meal delivery system after the birth of her third child. "The program is really delivering results for me and I look forward to long term success, staying motivated and helping others do the same," she said in a press release.Hart is just the first in a whole group of spokespeople for Nutrisystem coming in 2013. ...

  • 4 Lies Men Tell Themselves to Get Out of Yoga

    By Jill Lawson for DietsInReview.comCurrently, women outnumber men in yoga classes. However, many people do not know that yoga used to be a discipline that only men were allowed to practice. Back in the day, men dominated the yoga scene so vehemently that if a woman wanted to practice yoga, she had to do so in private and keep it a secret.So why is this different now? Today, men have a different idea about what yoga is and what it can do for them.If you have yet to try yoga, read about the following misconceptions that are keeping too many men (and some women) out of the studio. ...

  • Casting for Extreme Makeover Weight Loss Edition's Fourth Season Starts This Saturday

    By Brandi Koskie for DietsInReview.comLooking to lose weight under the watchful eye of a reality TV camera? Then heed the call - the casting call that is! ABC's Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss Edition begins casting its fourth season this weekend. The four-date, 13-city casting tour will make it possible for men and women across the nation to get in front of casting directors and vie for one of a few spots on the popular show. ...

  • Danni Allen and Gina McDonald Win Biggest Loser 14's Top Prizes

    By Brandi Koskie for DietsInReview.comIt seems quite fitting that in the same week the women's revolution re-ignites itself with Sheryl Sandberg's Lean In that two women would win both prizes on NBC's Biggest Loser. With only .78% separating the grand prize winner from the at-home winner, it was the closest finale weigh in ever.Danni Allen won the Biggest Loser title the $250,000 grand prize, losing 121 pounds off of a starting weight of 258.Gina McDonald won the at-home prize of $100,000, losing 113 pounds off of a starting weight of 245. ...

  • 50 Ways to Burn 500 Calories or More to Lose One Pound This Week

    By Samantha Bandasack for DietsInReview.comHealth experts say if you watch the amount of calories you intake then losing weight will be easier for you. But what exactly does that look like? In you cut or burn 500 calories each day you stand to lose one pound a week, as there are 3,500 calories in a pound. Cutting calories from your diet does not mean starving yourself; that's not healthy anyway. It does mean being a bit more conscientious about what you're eating, how much you're eating, and even how much you're moving. ...

  • The 10 Most Popular Healthy Recipes of 2012

    By Samantha Bandasack for DietsInReview.comThe end of the year is just a week away, and like everyone else it has us reflecting on the past 12 months. We already figured out the 25 Most Popular Diets of 2012, and all that hard work left us hungry. So we obviously had to find the best recipes of 2012.This was a big year for food at DietsInReview, as we made it a focus to deliver even more new, original recipes to you than ever before. Our greatest culinary creations were shared this year, and many made this list. ...

  • 3 Steps for SANE Eating During the Holidays

    By Jonathan Bailor for DietsInReview.com, author of the acclaimed The Smarter Science of SlimYour Body Balances Calories for YouOur genetics and hormones combine to create a sort of "set-point" weight that our bodies work to keep us at regardless of how much we eat or exercise. This is why studies show that starvation diets fail for more than 95 percent of us and why we don't end up weighing 2,000 pounds no matter how much we eat. ...

  • 5 Guilt-Free Stuffing Recipes for Thanksgiving Dinner

    By Danielle Lagow for DietsInReview.comThanksgiving week is finally here and we couldn't be more excited. It's a time for family and friends to get together and appreciate all that life supplies…especially the delicious food!Most families have their traditional dishes that have been passed down for years. If you're one who's looking to start a new Thanksgiving dish tradition, then you're in the right place. If you want that new dish to be a bit lighter than usual, then you couldn't be in a more perfect place.Listed below are a few of our favorite "lighter" stuffing recipes. ...

  • GMO Voter Guide for California's Prop 37

    By Lacy J. Hansen for DietsInReview.comIt's not every election year that our food supply makes its way on to the ballots. However, rarely is food a political issue. This year the issues of genetically modified foods and the labeling of these foods has become an issue of citizen's rights and and human welfare that goes in to the hands of Californians next week. We want to make sure all voters know where they stand and learn more about this issue that, if passed, will affect all Americans.Genetically modified organisms (or GMOs) are plants or meats that have had their DNA altered in a lab. ...

  • 57 Sugars that Are Destroying Your Health

    By Jonathan Bailor for DietsInReview.comEvery day we learn something new about how sugar destroys our health and expands our waistlines. Even worse, it seems like every other day food corporations come up with new a name for sugar. For example, all of the following are basically sugar, from our metabolism's perspective:1. Agave Nectar2. Barley Malt3. Beet Sugar4. Brown Sugar5. Buttered Syrup6. Cane Crystals7. Cane Juice Crystals8. Cane Sugar9. Caramel10. Carob Syrup11. Castor Sugar12. Confectioner's Sugar13. Corn Sweetener14. Corn Syrup15. Corn Syrup Solids16. Crystalline Fructose17. ...

  • The New Ladies Night: 200 Miles of Relay Running with 12 Best Friends

    Ladies night and weekend getaways continue to be a way for women of all ages to bond and share memories. Given the demands on ladies from careers, families and more, it can be hard to get away.

  • The Low-Confusion High-Nutrition Diet for Long-Term Fat Loss

    By Jonathan Bailor, author of The Smarter Science of Slim, for DietsInReview.comThis week it's high-fat. The week before that it was low-fat. The week before that it was low-carb. Dukan says it's high-protein. Campbell says protein causes cancer. Paleo notes that we ate protein and fat long before cancer, obesity, diabetes and heart disease were issues. What's a girl to do?Let's start with four simple scientific statements and see where that gets us.Vitamins and Minerals are Essential - We must eat vitamins and minerals or we get sick. ...

  • Women Can Race Dirty at the Pretty Muddy 5K

    Your girls night out just got a whole lot muddier. And a whole lot more daylight. The Pretty Muddy women-only 5K is an obstacle/fun run created by two husbands who thought their wives needed a better outlet for all their work-life-family balance. Their wives, and millions like them, needed a new way to let loose, have fun, and forget about it all, even for an hour or so.Pretty Muddy will host its inaugural race in Chicago on September 15 and follow that with five more runs through November in Columbus, New York City, Jacksonville, Tampa, and Miami. The 3. ...

  • Cutting Screen Time May Reduce Childhood Obesity

    By Len Saunders, MA, guest author for DietsInReview.comCould technology be the number one cause in the rise of childhood obesity? Where 'children and play' were natural companions 25 years ago, it appears that 'children and technology' are becoming even closer companions. Technology has helped society with advancements in medicine, communication, and entertainment, but it may be responsible for the rise in childhood obesity. ...

  • Olympic Rower Mary Whipple Fuels with a Vegetarian Diet

    By Brandi Koskie for DietsInReview.comFueling an Olympic athlete is no small task. During the Beijing Olympics, news broke that Michael Phelps' diet averaged about 7,000 calories a day (the media exaggerated it to 12,000 calories a day). Even 7,000 calories isn't the norm for these athletes, but their daily consumption is certainly outside the bounds of mere mortals like the rest of us cheering from home.Tiny and mighty at 110 pounds, US Women's Rower Mary Whipple has to keep a close and conscious eye on her food in take. For races, she and the rowing team weigh-in only two hours before. ...