After finishing an intense workout, refueling is a must to restore water, electrolytes, and energy. But if you're not careful the snack you choose could end up undoing the good you've done, leading to extra pounds on the scale. Before grabbing just any old snack after working out, learn how the wrong choice can lead to weight gain. Chowing on a minimeal: A post-workout snack is just that — a Read more

Warm Spring weather calls for alfresco dining, so it's the perfect time to bring out your favorite blanket and have a picnic. Whether it's a group affair or a romantic meal for two, a great picnic requires a gorgeous location and a tasty, convenient menu. Not sure what to pack? For our favorite picnic picks, keep reading. Read more

It's quite rare to find a beauty product so deliciously rich and luxurious smelling that it actually makes you want to slather it all over a piece of toast and eat it. Such is the case with Shea Terra Organics' Dark Chocolate Sugar-Stone Exfoliating Cream ($22). It's almost like brownie batter in a jar, but alas, is not meant to be digested. Made with the antioxidant power of cacao mass Read more

Here in the Bay Area, everybody is seriously excited for Sunday's 49ers game versus the Giants. But everybody knows that no football game can be fully enjoyed without good food and drinks. Here's an idea for a simple menu that is perfectly complemented by the cold weather we seem to be having all over the country. Have friends and family come over to your place and throw the game on TV. Serve Read more

Spending time with family can be the best — and worst — part of the holidays. Cramped quarters, conflicting personalities, and childhood baggage mean tensions can run high, especially when you don't have any time to yourself. But with a little creativity, you can find ways to squeeze in alone time, and avoid a yuletide meltdown. Here are a few: Offer to be the errand-runner: If you're Read more

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Health.com here on our site. By Su Reid St. John I've been struggling a bit recently with old, not-so-great eating habits. I've made a few halfhearted attempts to stem the tide, but it wasn't until last week, when I found my favorite jeans a little hard to button, that I realized I'd gotten pretty far off track. So I turned to a simple Read more

Brownies are one of my all-time favorite desserts. Although they're not as celebratory as a layer cake or as glamorous as profiteroles or as elegant as crème brûlée, there's something about brownies that makes them special. A square of rich chocolate brownie that melts in your mouth is sheer perfection! I love trying out different brownie recipes, and my current obsession is this method from Read more

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How cute is this awesome idea for a one-bite dessert? Lauren shared it in the Savory Sights group group in the Yum Community. She says: I am currently obsessed with Bon Appetit's brown butter brownie recipe and made them for another dinner party! They are super easy to make ahead and this time I used walnuts and even threw in a quarter cup of quality chocolate chips. For a new take on the Read more