Remember food safety first when grilling.

You can raise pepper plants in a container garden or traditional garden quite easily, or you can purchase them year-round in the grocery store.

Fruits and vegetables add color, texture, flavor and nutrition to menus without adding a lot of calories.

Read food nutrition labels and comparison shop to make the best choices wherever you buy groceries.

Start with a written list and plan menus for the week using store grocery ads.

My daughter was a prime example of ""pester power,"" which is a marketing term that relates to the power of kids influencing purchase decisions.

Avocado technically is a fruit, but it is used as a vegetable.

Herbs add flavor without adding fat or sodium to your favorite dishes.

Be a little adventuresome and try a variety of greens in your containers.

Sugar does not “cause” diabetes or hyperactivity as has been suggested.