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11/13/2009 -- For a healthier pie, start by cutting the crust

By JIM ROMANOFF For The Associated Press — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:13:24 CST

THE HEALTHY PLATE: A double crust can do in a diet. Cut the crust for a healthier pie

11/10/2009 -- Experts: Placebo power behind many natural cures

By MARILYNN MARCHIONE AP Medical Writer — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:13:16 CST

Placebo effect: Belief in a treatment helps you feel better, a powerful plus, scientists say

11/6/2009 -- Deciding which Thanksgiving dishes to make healthy

By JIM ROMANOFF For The Associated Press — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:13:03 CST

THE HEALTHY PLATE: Recipe for whole-wheat couscous, wild mushroom and leek stuffing

Stevia: This Sugar Substitute Is Sweet and Healthy

By Michael Castleman — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:42:34 CST

The herb stevia is 250 times sweeter than sugar, but much healthier for you. Until misguided FDA intervention in 1991, it had been used safely as a sweetener for centuries. The good news is it's finally being recognized once again for its many benefits�-�in baking and in health. Find out more about stevia and its health benefits, plus how to grow it and cook with it.

10/30/2009 -- Lo mein: A healthy makeover to a takeout staple

By JIM ROMANOFF For The Associated Press — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 09:13:00 CST

THE HEALTHY PLATE: Recipe for chicken and shiitake mushroom lo mein

Cough Into Your Sleeve! ... and Other Strategies to Fight the Flu

By Linda B. White, M.D. — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 10:43:24 CST

With new fears about the H1N1 flu pandemic, many people are taking extra precautions to stay healthy. We have expert advice on how to improve your chances of avoiding illness, and how to get well as quickly as possible if you do catch an influenza virus.

10/23/2009 -- Making your holiday buffet indulgent and healthy

By JIM ROMANOFF For The Associated Press — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 11:13:05 CST

THE HEALTHY PLATE: Recipe for pork tenderloin with roasted red grapes and thyme

10/23/2009 -- Scientists seek origins of obesity in the womb

By MALCOLM RITTER AP Science Writer — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 03:13:03 CST

Inherited obesity: A fat woman's womb may nudge her children toward becoming obese later on

Have You Stopped Eating a Food for Health or Other Reasons?

By�Aubrey Vaughn — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:49:45 CST

Knowing that MOTHER EARTH NEWS readers are often health-conscience and choose to grow their own food, we're curious: Have you cut back or eliminated certain ingredients or foods from your diet? If so, why, and what affects have you noticed as a result?

10/16/2009 -- THE HEALTHY PLATE: Easy tips for healthier cakes

By JIM ROMANOFF For The Associated Press — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:13:01 CST

THE HEALTHY PLATE: Recipe for Pumpkin-Cranberry Spice Cake