Smart Bites

The strangest thing happened to a friend of mine, a vegetarian, the epitome of good health. A few months ago, she began dropping things

Eating healthier tops many New Year’s resolutions lists, and who can blame us? We’ve been forced to consume all kinds of sinfully rich treats

My husband and I eat a lot of mussels throughout the year and especially during the holiday season. We like them because they’re inexpensive,

What’s a kumquat? If that question popped into your head, you’re not alone. My husband thought it was a root vegetable. My friend thought

Some foods serve up a little amount of a lot. While no superstar in any one nutrient, these foods boast decent amounts of many.

Why reach for a pear? Besides how refreshing and delicious a crisp pear can be, pears are a super source of fiber and a

Cherry tomatoes, like all tomatoes, often make superfood lists, a designation that cheers my heart, my eyes, my skin and my constant worry about

Some people see crab the same way they do white pants: a summertime fancy to be enjoyed from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Me?

A cross between snow peas and regular green peas, sugar snap peas have a lot going for them. One, the entire pea is edible,

With swimsuit season right around the corner, many of us are looking to drop a few pounds. But how do we stick to our