Deceptively Delicious, the first book by Jessica Seinfeld, recently hit the shelves around the country. Jessica is the wife of comedian Jerry Seinfeld and together the couple have three children.

Like many parents today, Jessica is always looking for simple solutions to get her children to eat right. These Deceptively Delicious recipes feature healthy vegetables that are unseen because they are pureed. Kids don’t even know they are eating right!

Spinach is hidden in brownies, cauliflower in macaroni and cheese, and much more. In addition to her luscious, healthy recipes, she also offers tips for making healthy snacks and creating a positive atmosphere during family meals.

You can purchase Deceptively Delicious at Barnes & Noble, Amazon.com and other top booksellers across the nation.

If you want to hear more from Jessica, check out the event calendar on DeceptivelyDelicious.com. This month she is scheduled to be on top TV shows from Oprah to The View.

Jessica Seinfeld is also the president and founder of Baby Buggy – a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing clothing and other items to underprivileged New York’s families. Baby Buggy has donated nearly two million essential items to New York families through domestic violence and homeless shelters, parent programs and court child centers.

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We all know that fruits are good for us. They house vitamins and minerals within their sweet flesh, packing a whole lot of nutrition into nature’s dessert. What you may not know is that certain fruits help us maintain healthy hearts, have anti-aging properties, and help maintain overall health. The cranberry is one such fruit.

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Weight Watchers started in 1960s as a discussion group about how to lose weight. Throughout the years, it has developed into a multi-million dollar business, which provides diet products and support services to those looking to lose weight. Weight Watchers currently operates in over 30 countries around the world.

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Power foods are rich in antioxidants, protein, vitamins and minerals. They are also great sources of healthy fat and fiber. Most power foods are also low-calorie and make for a terrific, nutritional snack.

Here are some top power foods to add to your diet.

Avocado – Many people steer clear of avocado because they are scared away by its fat content. However, avocado is rich in heart-healthy fat, antioxidants, fiber and other nutrients. In fact, ounce-for-ounce, avocado offers more fiber, potassium and folic acid than any other fruit or vegetable.

Blueberries – If you watched the 2006 World Series of Poker, you saw that eventual champion Jamie Gold was eating blueberries throughout the long, grueling tournament. That’s because blueberries contain dopamine, which improves your concentration and memory. All berries are rich in vitamins and powerful antioxidants, while also being very low calorie.

Flaxseed – Ground flaxseed can be a good source of fiber when added to your yogurt, breakfast cereal or salads. It is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which reduces your risk of heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular problems. Omega-3 is also said to relieve depression and anxiety symptoms.

Garlic – Though you might not enjoy the lingering smell, garlic can help reduce your risk of some types of cancer, lower your blood pressure and reduce cholesterol levels, as well as fight bacteria and infection. Sprinkle crushed fresh garlic into sauces and other foods, or consider garlic capsules for an extra boost.

Salmon – The omega-3 fatty acids that are found in salmon and other types of fish protect against cancer, reduce blood clothing, relieve arthritis symptoms and reduce risk of heart attacks. Two servings of salmon, mackerel or fresh tuna are great for your diet each week.

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On April 19, 2005, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) released MyPyramid, the country’s new food pyramid of suggested daily food consumption. A far cry from the pyramid we grew up with, MyPyramid emphasizes physical activity in conjunction with healthy food choices. (more…)

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Naked Juice is a leader in premium juices, making 100% fruit juices, juice smoothies and protein smoothies.

Their products are made from bare-naked fruits with no preservatives or sugar added.

Recently, Naked Juice introduced their new Naked Juice Probiotic. Its the first 100% juice smoothie with probiotics.

Though probiotics have been popular in Europe for decades, Americans are now realizing their potential benefits. Each bottle of Naked Juice Probotic includes billions of probiotics, which are friendly microscopic cultures that aid in digestion and immune health.

Naked Juice Probiotic is a blend of mango, orange and pineapple that makes for a delicious and nutritious beverage. It is now available in single-serve 10-ounce bottles with a suggested retail price of $2.49 each.  You can find Naked Juice in supermarkets, club stores and other retailers around the country.

Learn more about Naked Juice Probiotic and the rest of the Naked Juice products by visiting NakedJuice.com.

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Fall is just around the corner and with it come crisp evenings, colorful leaves, visits to the pumpkin patch, and good excuses for warm apple cider and hot chocolate. I love all these new additions and, in fact, one of my favorite parts of each new season are the fresh fruits it brings.

Fall fruits are delicious and filling, a stark difference from summer’s refreshing variety of light fruits. You’ll soon see the berries and melons on your local grocer’s shelves step aside to make room for bananas, apples, grapefruit, kiwi, pears, clementines, and cranberries. These fruits are not only mouth-watteringly good, but rich in nutrients that our bodies crave. Here are a few of my favorites:

• Clementines: I love going to the store to find cartons of this sweet citrus fruit, one of the best autumn treats. But did you know that clementines are loaded with vitamin C, fiber, and folate?
• Cranberries: Loaded with vitamin C and fiber, these small red berries are delicious in tarts, sauces, cakes, stuffings, and breads. It’s also said that they are a good for the urinary tract.
• Kiwi: Delectable, oval balls of sweet green fruit, kiwis are tropical enough to remind us of summer while we curl up in a fleece blanket. Kiwis are also great sources for vitamin C and fiber.
• Bananas: Superb sources of vitamin B-6, fiber, potassium, and vitamin C, bananas are fantastic on their own or baked into warm banana breads, muffins, or cakes.

What upcoming fruits have your stomach growling in anticipation? What are you favorite fall fruit recipes?

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We all know about the benefits of eating yogurt. But a container of yogurt is not always convenient to eat when you are on the go. If you are looking for a nutritious and delicious snack for kids and adults alike, consider Attune Probiotic Wellness Bars.

These all-natural bars have over five times the beneficial probiotic active cultures found in yogurt. Probiotics aid in healthy digestion and provide a natural defense for your body.

Attune bars come in two types – the Yogurt & Granola Wellness Bars and the Chocolate Wellness Bars.

The chocolate bars are only 100 calories and a big hit among kids of all ages. The Yogurt & Granola bars are 180 calories of goodness and come in several flavors, including Chocolate Crisp, Cool Mint Chocolate and Blueberry Vanilla, and Wild Berry, Strawberry Bliss and Lemon Crème. They are a good source of protein and fill you up when you are on the go.

All Attune Bars are perfect for when you need a quick snack. Throw them in your child’s lunchbag instead of a candy bar and be comfortable that they are eating something nutritious and delicious.

Attune bars are best when keep refrigerated. You can purchase Attune bars at Attunefoods.com or in the dairy/yogurt section of your favorite grocery store.

If you aren’t sure about the product, you can order an affordable sample pack. A 7-bar sample of the Attune Chocolate bars is only $8.49, while a 7-bar sample pack of the Attune Yogurt & Granola bars is $10.99.

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If you are looking for a great energy bar, try Detour Activity Bars. Unlike other popular protein bars, these bars were specially formulated to meet the needs of people who participate in specific activities. Whether you run, bike or lift weights, Detour has a bar for you.

For example, the Detour Runner Bars have MicroLactin for joint health, while the Detour Biker Bars contains Rhodiola for muscle stamina and recovery.

Their Core Strength Bar is made with Ribose to maintain ATP and whey protein for muscle recovery.

These bars come in delicious flavors like Toffee Almond, Chocolate Chip Cookie and Lemon Yogurt among others. And though they taste great, they are very nutritious. Detour Activity Bars are low in fat and made from whey protein.

You can buy Detour Activity Bars at your neighborhood GNC store or purchase them online at BodyBuilding.com for $14.99 for a box of 12.

I tried these bars recently and they are nutritious, protein-rich and delicious. They honestly taste very similar to candy bars. And thankfully, they don’t have the after taste or bad texture like some other energy bars.

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Summer is the best time of year to get fit and eat right. The weather is warm and the sun is out, encouraging us to get out and exercise. We drink more water because of the heat. We eat fresh veggies and lean meats cooked at barbecues. Generally, we’re healthier.

If you want to amp up the health factor in the most pleasant way possible, I encourage you to try out some fresh fruit smoothies. All you need is a few simple ingredients and a blender, and you’ll have yourself a vitamin-packed energy drink that doubles as a light meal or snack. Best of all, you can tweak it to your exact likes, creating a thick fruit shake that is as close to the gods’ ambrosia as we mortals can get.

Smoothies are usually a mixture of fruit, nuts, yogurt, honey, and sometimes a bit of protein powder thrown in for good measure. Depending on your personal style, though, you can add tofu, veggies, peanut butter, natural extracts, and even coffee or chocolate. Imagine the freedom to take your favorite foods anywhere in a cup. You can snack on chocolate-covered bananas, peanut butter apples, and melon medleys, all the while knowing exactly what you’re putting into your body. Best of all, it tastes delicious!

The smoothie world is truly your oyster; go and search for your pearl.

• Recipe Zaar: User-sumitted and tested beverage and smoothie recipes
• Smoothie-Recipe.com: Smoothie making techniques, recipes, and helpful tips for any smoothie fan
• Spiffy Smoothies: Unique recipes as well as time-tested favorites
• Better Homes and Gardens: Fantastic smoothie recipes utilizing a wide array of ingredients

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Yes, it’s time to admit it – mom was dead on. Breaky is the most vital meal of the day.
Why? Because the first meal of your day is key to maintaining a healthy body weight. It basically sets your metabolism (or your fat-burning equipment) for the entire day, and helps you resist temptation when it comes to succumbing to those mid-afternoon snack attacks.

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America is a Sugar Nation. The average person’s intake of sugar and other natural sweeteners has increased from 123 to 160 pounds a year over the last twenty five years. That is the equivalent of 20 teaspoons per person per day. Our sugar consumption has increased at a rate of nearly 2% a year.

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After you eat lunch, you may feel sleepy. That is because your blood sugar levels which rise after you eat, suppress orexin, a brain chemical responsible for feeling alert. When you are really hungry and your blood sugar is low, more primitive regions in the brain start taking charge and you are more likely to become impatient, irritable and angry. But blood-sugar fluctuations are only the beginning of the food-mood connection. The quality and the quantity of the nutrients available in our food also affect our emotional resiliency and stability.

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Most of us have experienced some type of digestive upset. Problems such as indigestion, constipation, heartburn or bad gas are very common and usually go away on their own. But when are these problems a sign that there is a larger problem within the gastrointestinal (GI) system. You should always pay attention to these problems. A healthy GI tract not only processes nutrients it also get rids of toxins. If your tract is not working properly it can affect your immune system and make you more vulnerable to all types of illnesses.

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Most Americans are eating an abundance of processed foods and are not getting enough fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts or seeds. This leads to some sort of nutrient deficiency. A recent National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey revealed Americans have high deficiencies in vitamins E, C, D and A as well as potassium, magnesium, and selenium.

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