Take steps to improve your physical health for National Women’s Health Week. Shake things up with physical activity—whether brisk walking, running, dancing, biking, swimming, gardening, or something else that will help you get the recommended physical activity each week. #NWHW http://go.usa.gov/8YDH

May is Asparagus Month. Spring is here and one of the first crops of the season is asparagus. Asparagus is one of the most nutrient dense vegetables in existence. A 5.3 ounce serving (approximately 5 spears) has only 20 calories, 0 fat or cholesterol, 5 milligrams of sodium, 400 milligrams of potassium, 3 grams of fiber, 60% of the USRDA of Folic Acid, and are excellent sources of thiamin and vitamin B6. 

Check out  the facts about cooking asparagus and recipes.

May is Barbecue Month. To enjoy your summer, here are some checkpoints for safe grilling the next time you fire up the grill..

Think of how often you could use already-browned and ready-to go ground beef “crumbles” in recipes such as soups and sauces. Ground beef may be browned ahead of time and frozen for quick and convenient use in spaghetti sauce, chili, sloppy Joes, etc. Here's how to make your own and keep them frozen for ready access!

Ever notice how lifeless a house plant looks when you forget to water it? Just a little water and it seems to perk back up. Water is just as essential for our bodies because it is in every cell, tissue, and organ in your body. That's why getting enough water every day is important for your health.

When you're dehydrated, your body doesn't have enough fluid to work properly. An average person on an average day needs about 3 quarts of water. But if you're out in the hot sun, you'll need a lot more than that. Most healthy bodies are very good at regulating water. Elderly people, young children and some special cases - like people taking certain medications - need to be a little more careful.

Soup makes an easy lunch or dinner. Leftovers can be frozen for another day.

Reaching and maintaining a healthier weight contributes to your overall health and well being. Losing even a few pounds or preventing further weight gain has health benefits.

Are you ready to make changes in your lifestyle and move toward a healthier weight? Here are some tips to get you started.

Headlines tout the value of a Mediterranean-style diet as more and more studies verify the health benefits of traditional Mediterranean ways of eating. These eating patterns have been shown to promote heart health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases, such as hypertension, diabetes and certain forms of cancer.

There are some important safe handling methods to remember this time of year when you’re decorating, cooking or hiding Easter eggs since eggs are handled a great deal more than usual around Easter.

Over the last few decades, Americans have been eating out more and cooking at home less often. When you cook at home, you can often make better choices about what and how much you eat and drink than you do when eating out. Cooking can also be a fun activity and a way for you to spend time with family and friends.