Holiday times are always fraught with anxiety for those on the humbler side of the economic spectrum. With the cost of food, arguably as high as anyone can remember; with many families facing under- ...

The secret to healthy eating lies in including a variety of nutrients from all food groups on your plate. Each food group offers its own unique set of key nutrients, and understanding these is ...

I knew I wasn’t imagining it. Years ago, the topic of the Seven Basic Food Groups came up in conversation, and I was met with puzzled looks—like I had completely made it up. Someone even said, “That ...