Health.com recently published an article titled "America's Healthiest Restaurants: Our List of the Best Casual Dining Spots," and boy, did it get some people talking. And it's no surprise -- some of the restaurants on the list have also been on recent "Least Healthy" lists. So what gives?

The article makes it clear that each of these restaurants offers healthy options -- you can go to Bob Evans and order grilled chicken tenders for your kids, or hit Uno Chicago Grill and chow down on antibiotic-free chicken and brown rice. However, if you decide to go with one of the less healthy options, you've pretty much blown your calorie allotment for that day and the next.

I think the moral of the story is that, if you make the effort, you can find a healthy choice at just about any restaurant. Looking for some tips and tricks for going out to eat without bailing on your diet? We've got you covered!

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Tori Spelling is no size 2. No big deal. That's what she's says, anyway, and I say: Good for you, Tori.

Now the girl has had two back-to-back babies recently -- daughter Stella is only two months old -- and anyone who has had a baby or two knows it's hard for a body to bounce back from such wear and tear. Thankfully, Spelling is OK with the whole process.

"I have learned to love my body through pregnancy," says Spelling. "You just have to accept yourself for who you are and how you are right now. Work it! Because you can work it at any size."

Want to love your body as it is right now? Check out this Health.com article.

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Trisha Yearwood isn't just a country music star and the wife of country-music performer Garth Brooks. Nope. She's also a cookbook author who shares some of her kitchen secrets with Health.com. Check out what the author of Georgia Cooking in an Oklahoma Kitchen has to say right here. Here's a sneak peek.

• Yearwood calls her kitchen the social center of her home.

• Don't cook a sleepy meal when you're trying to be romantic, says Yearwood. The first meal she cooked for Garth -- fettucine Alfredo -- gave him a glazed appearance -- he looked like he was going to pass out.
  

• Make fruit a priority. About her step-daughters, Yearwood says: "With young girls, it's a challenge (to get them to eat healthy). I keep a stocked fruit bowl on the counter, so they'll choose something from it."

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We all know fruits and veggies that are bold and bright in color keep us healthy. But what colors are best? Red, for one. Health.com says we can't go wrong with these three red foods.

Red cabbage
It has has deep-red (almost purple) pigments containing 36 plant chemicals. Researchers say these may be useful for guarding against cancer, boosting brain function, and promoting heart health.

Beet juice
It has a chemical your body may convert into a compound capable of expanding blood vessels and lowering blood pressure, say British scientists. If this doesn't sound appetizing on its own, try mixing it into a smoothie.

Tomatoes
They have lycopene and beta-carotene -- antioxidants that can keep your heart young by lowering your cholesterol.

Of course, red isn't the only color you'll need to eat to stay healthy. It's important to incorporate other colors into your diet too.

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If you're about to make a pitch to your boss about a much-needed raise, Health.com recommends you consume lean protein and whole grains, plus a little caffeine.

Why?

Because you want to be alert and upbeat, and protein foods contain the stuff to increase mental alertness. Whole grains also improve energy and so does caffeine for a bit -- but more important, it can improve your attention and short-term memory. How about this menu to rev you up: An egg-white and spinach omelet, a whole-wheat bagel with low-fat cream cheese, and one or two cups of coffee? If you don't get the raise, you'll at least be primed for a spunky day.

Health.com has you covered in all sorts of scenarios. Speaking to a large crowd? A high-protein, low-fat meal is best. Trying to get pregnant? Complex carbs, protein, and folic acid are your essentials. Before a workout: A light snack with carbs and water.

There's more. Learn exactly how to eat for performance right here.

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Are you a runner who's looking for a jogging partner? Are you new to running and are looking for some structure and guidance to help you on your way? Or have you signed up for a race and have no idea how to begin training? If you answered yes to any of those questions, Health.com's Girls Gotta Move Running Club might just be for you.

Create a profile and search for other runners in your area. I created a profile and searched in my tiny little burg and found at least 5 women I'd run with (if I liked to run with other people). Oh, and men? You're included too! If you aren't interested in meeting other runners, there are running logs, training guides for 5Ks, 10ks, and marathons, and plenty of articles full of tips and advice. There's even a Walk-to-Run program to help beginners get up to speed. Check it out!

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