Colleen Fischer
Colleen Fischer is a writer, web entrepreneur, and former teacher. She creates educational materials for the web site Sharp Pencils.com and writes for online publications, including the Well Fed Network.
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B.S. in journalism and Middle East Studies from Northwestern University; M.A. in curriculum and instruction from University of Nevada, Las VegasInterests
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Keep Ceremony Jitters in Check with the Best Wedding Advice I Ever ReceivedOverwhelmed with wedding advice? Just remember this one thing, the best wedding wisdom I ever received, and the big day will be a breeze.
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Use Energy Density to Cut Calories in Your Diet Without Going HungryA food's energy density is the measure of how many calories it packs per gram. Find out how eating foods that are less energy dense can help you stick with your diet. -
Learn Your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) to Lose Weight Successfully, FastYour basal metabolic rate, or the number of calories your body burns at rest, can help you determine the right amount of calories to consume each day to achieve weight loss.
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Review: Lean Cuisine Frozen MealsLean Cuisine offers a wide variety of choices for people who are on the go to pack in their lunches without busting either their wallets or their diets. Read on for a few of the best.
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Refrigerated Meals Review: South Beach Living, Lunchables, Oscar Mayer Deli Creations, and Fast FranksNeed to pack a lunch every day? Check out some of the convenient prepackaged lunch options in the grocery store's refrigerator case. Kraft offers a number of calorie-controlled options to choose from.
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Tasty Frozen Meals from Michelina's Lean Gourmet, Weight Watchers Smart Ones, and Healthy ChoiceLooking for fast, healthy options for your lunch box? These meals from Michelina's, Weight Watchers, and Healthy Choice offer yummy food in a convenient, calorie-controlled package.
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Review: Smokin' Willie's Barbecue SaucesSmokin' Willie's barbecue sauce offers spicy, tangy flavor without overwhelming amount of sugar.
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Get Started with Easy Meal Planning to Save Time and MoneyIt's simple to start planning meals: It takes nothing more than a piece of paper and a pocket of time. Collect ideas as you go, then organize them into a list or on a calendar, and you'll be set to start saving money and improving your health. -
Cooking Tips to Help Picky Eaters Learn to Love VegetablesUse these ideas for how to prepare vegetables to create tasty, less bitter dishes that will entice reluctant eaters to try these new foods. Getting picky eaters to eat vegetables just takes patience and a little ingenuity. -
Picky Eaters? Tips on How to Introduce VegetablesKnow a picky eater? Are you a picky eater? Try these strategies to introduce vegetables, notorious for turning up noses, to people who are afraid to try new foods. Celebrate small victories on the way toward achieving a truly healthy diet. -
Taste Test: South Beach Living Chocolate Pudding CupsIs it worth buying Kraft's Dark Chocolate Vanilla Marble and Milk Chocolate Truffle South Beach Living pudding cups? They have good nutritional stats and taste like yummy chocolate, but is there more to this story? Read on to find out. -
Strategies for Eating Out at Restaurants Without Wrecking Your Healthy DietRestaurants offer rich, indulgent food that can easily throw your weight-loss plan off track. These tips can help make it possible to enjoy the occasional night out without regretting it when you step on the scale in the morning.
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Taste Test: South Beach Living Dark Chocolate Fudge Covered Wafer SticksDo you live a low-carb lifestyle, adhering to a diet plan like South Beach? Read on for a review of some low-carb, low-calorie chocolate-coated wafer sticks from Kraft's South Beach Living line. -
Taste Test: Yoplait Light Strawberry Shortcake, Raspberry Cheesecake, and Pineapple Upside-Down Cake YogurtsDo Yoplait's latest cake-flavored yogurts really measure up to the decadent desserts they imitate, or are they no different from run-of-the-mill fruity cups of cultured dairy? We taste three new yogurts to find out.
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Double Your Weight Loss by Keeping a Simple Food DiaryThe secret to weight loss is not so secret: Eat less, move more, and the pounds will come off. The hard part is actually getting yourself to do these things! A food diary is a simple, easy-to-use tool for helping yourself eat less.
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Stick to Your Diet and Lose Weight with a Trick for Passing on SecondsIt's one of the hardest things about dieting: sticking to smaller portions. How do you get through the period of adjustment? Encourage yourself to think differently about your meals and put a positive spin on turning down another helping. -
Reward Yourself for Meeting Weight-Loss Goals Without Ruining Your DietCommitting to a healthy lifestyle will eventually lead to some exciting results for your waistline. Don't sabotage your hard work by binging to celebrate! Here are some alternatives that are just as rewarding.
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Keep Hunger at Bay with Healthy SnacksCheck out this top ten list of healthy snacks that pack a nutritional punch! Snacks are an important part of a healthy diet when eaten in moderation.
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Reduce the Fat Content Your Favorite Meats to Cut CaloriesEmploy these strategies to cut calories and save money by reducing the fat content of less expensive meats. -
On a Diet? Avoid Hunger with Smart Strategies to Cut CaloriesBy reducing the energy density of foods by cutting fat, adding water, or bulking up fiber, you can still eat big portions while taking in few calories. Your diet will stay on track, and your waistline will thank you!
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Acid Reflux, Begone! Tips to Keep Heartburn, Indigestion, and Other Digestive Problems Under ControlAdvice on how to prevent digestive woes from getting you down. Following the guidelines for a healthy diet and identifying what foods trigger your reactions can keep acid reflux from making your days miserable. -
Tips to Make Cookie Baking Fit with a Healthy DietAdvice on how to keep the fun of baking sweet treats without sabotaging your healthy lifestyle. Storage and sharing strategies will reduce the pressure to eat cookies quickly, and alternative recipes can help make the cookies you do bake healthier. -
Review of Food Network's Cooking Show "Sandra's Money Saving Meals"Sandra Lee's latest Food Network series, "Sandra's Money Saving Meals," shows the lady behind Semi-Homemade doing some serious work in the kitchen in the name of saving recession-hit viewers cash.
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Easy Ways to Make Beans a Part of Your Healthy DietBeans provide protein, fiber, and other nutrients in a tasty, convenient package. They can lower cholesterol, promote cardiac health, and more! Find out ways to incorporate them into your everyday diet. -
Healthy Snacks to Pack for TravelingNutritious snacks can power you through a long trip. Learn what foods are healthy, tasty, and easily portable!
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Diet and Lifestyle Changes for Permanent Weight LossAn alternative to fad diet plans, this list of strategies for changing the way you eat permanently can help you eventually reach a healthy weight, especially when combined with increased activity. -
Avoid Dehydration This Summer with Thirst-Quenching TipsFive tips for keeping yourself hydrated through the hot summer months that won't break the bank or pack on the pounds, based on my experience with dehydration and living in the crazy Las Vegas heat.
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Food Scales Help You Achieve Weight LossA food scale can help you achieve healthy weight loss by keeping portion sizes, which are difficult to estimate, in check. With a scale, you can know exactly how many calories you are consuming. -
Guide to New Summer Food TV ShowsRead on for a roundup of new summer cooking and other food-based television shows. From the quirky "Food Party" to the extreme new show from Jeff Corwin, there's something here for you.
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Lose Weight by Eating More with VolumetricsA summary of the Volumetrics Eating Plan authored by Barbara Rolls, including some basic tips on how to get started eating foods with lower energy density. -
Meal Plans Save Money and Improve HealthMeal planning helps people through lean times, while also helping them grow leaner with less unhealthy take-out. It sounds tough, but you can make it manageable by paying attention to what your family likes to eat and jotting down ideas as they come.