Your pet's idea of a party might be very different from yours. Here are tips for making the family pet part of your summer entertaining without turning your backyard barbecue into a doggie food free-for-all or your dinner party into a feline hissy fit.

While a little burning is expected when you fire up the grill, a leading gastroenterologist says that if you follow some simple, at-home guidelines, you may be able to avoid the burning sensation in your chest.

Comfort foods are familiar, simple foods that are usually home-cooked and are often emotionally significant and sometimes related to pleasant associations of childhood. However, when people think of comfort foods, they don’t typically think of healthy foods. Comfort foods tend to be high in fat and calories, rather than vitamins and minerals. If you really want to make your recipes healthier, try simple modifications that won’t change the end product drastically.

Sodium intake is increasingly being watched by consumers, regulators and health groups as public service organizations are referring to high sodium diets as the single greatest problem in the American diet. Whether it’s a traditional turkey sandwich or a pasta primavera, favorite foods can still be enjoyed when trying to reduce sodium.

Literally soaked in flavor, marinated foods are undeniably delicious. But did you know that marinating also makes your grilled foods safer?

Sometimes it's a chore to encourage children to eat anything. As the school year begins, getting creative with meals can help to get something new on the table within a time allowed by our busy schedules.

Parents can spend a small fortune to celebrate their little one’s big day, but taking a more original -- and less costly -- approach can result in even more success. Here are some ideas for throwing a great children's party at an affordable price.