Being the foodie that I am, I like to try to make a variety of meals. These are the top sites I visit:

1.) Food Network: The gold standard for me. About 85% of my dishes come from here. What can I say? I love how creative the chefs are!

2.) Recipes from the Rachael Ray Show: Say what you want about her, but Rachael's meals are yumm-o! I use a lot of her recipes for entertaining and always get props!

3.) Betty Crocker: A great place when you have food you want to use up. You can type in the ingredients you have, and this site will show you what you can make. Most of dishes have been pretty good so far. I would recommend joining the site and getting their e-mails because they have coupons.

4.) Hungry Girl: Being the health nut I am, I like Hungry Girl because she is really creative with slashing calories/fat on items you crave. Just searching around on the site can give you some great recipes.

5.) EatingWell: Their recipes are kind of hit-or-miss. Try reading the ratings before you make a recipe; that usually helps.

6.) Women's Health: This is a cool site because you can limit exactly what you're looking for and any health concerns you have (some of the other sites have this as well)

So I'm always trying to find out what foods give you the most nutritional bang for your buck. Imagine my delight when I saw an ad in my Eating Well magazine for McCormick and their seven spices to boost your health. Now I won't feel so guilty eating those nachos if I just sprinkle some oregano on it, ha!

1.) Cinnamon: has one of the highest antioxidant levels of any spice and even more than many foods. One teaspoon of this warm-tasting spice has as many antioxidants a full cup of pomegranate juice or ½ cup of blueberries. Additionally, cinnamon is also rich in natural compounds called polyphenols which appear to act like insulin in the body and may help regulate blood sugar levels.
2.) Ginger: eases indigestion and reduce pain. One of the active ingredients in ginger, gingerol, has anti-inflammatory properties. Some studies suggest that this ging compound may work like certain drugs like aspirin and ibuprofen by inhibiting an enzyme that causes inflammation. Research hints that ginger may offer pain relief for everything from arthritis to nausea and migraines.
3.) Oregano: Of all the dried herbs, oregano has one of the highest antioxidant levels. One teaspoon of dried oregano leaves has as many antioxidants as three ounces of almonds and ½ cup of chopped asparagus. Oh yeah and random factoid for you, if you haven't watched Rachael Ray enough, oregano means "joy of the mountain."
4.) Red pepper: Capsaicin is the fiery compound in peppers that gives chiles their heat and their antioxidants. The hotter the pepper, the more of these two guys you'll find. Cayenne or ground red pepper contains the most, but all red peppers, including chili powder and the milder paprika, are surprisingly good sources of antioxidants. This spice also has dietary benefits. That capsaicin compond helps increase satiety, or a feeling of fullness. Beyond helping you control your appetite, findings of some studies indicate that adding cayenne, chili powder and paprika to your meal can help boost your metabolism. If you can't stand the heat, sweet red peppers have been found to increase calorie burning as well.
5.) Rosemary: antioxidants
6.) Thyme: Just one teaspoon of this herb contains about the same amount of antioxidants as a carrot or a ½ cup chopped tomatoes. Thyme also contains a variety of special compounds called flavonoids that increase the herb's antioxidant strength and may offer anti-inflammatory benefits. Some studies suggest the antioxidants in thyme could help maintain brain function and promote heart health.
7.) Yellow curry: Turmeric, found in curry powder, is a concentrated source of antioxidants, equal to strawberries, raspberries, cherries and grapes. According to some studies, curcumin, the bright yellow compound in turmeric, may help inhibit the growth of cancer cells, reduce inflammation and safeguard the brain. In some studies, curcumin helped fight off the development of destructive brain plaques. As a result, this cognitive-friendly compound may be able to protect against Alzheimer's disease.

Folate (aka folic acid) is essential for women because it helps the baby's development in pregnancy. It's also important for the fellas because it helps produce red blood cells, prevents anemia, helps skin cells grow, aids nervous system function, prevents bone fractures, and lowers risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease. To get your folate, you can try the following foods:

1.) Cooked lentils (1 cup, 229 calories): 89 percent daily value
2.) Cooked navy beans (1 cup, 258 calories): 63 percent daily value
3.) Cooked beets (1 cup, 74 calories):34 percent daily value
4.) Cooked split peas (1 cup, 231 calories): 31 percent daily value
5.)Papaya (118 calories): 28 percent daily value
6.) Mustard greens (1 cup, 21 calories): 25 percent daily value
7.) Raw peanuts (1/4 cup, 207 calories): 21 percent daily value
8.) Flaxseeds (2 tbsp., 95 calories): 13 percent daily value
9.) Orange (61 calories): 10 percent daily value
10.)Raspberries (1 cup, 60 calories): 8 percent daily value

Yes, alcoholic ones! (Are there any other kinds?)

1.) Champagne-85 cal.
2.) Sour Apple Martini-160 cal.
3.) Vodka and diet lime-flavored soda like Sprite Zero-under 100 cal.
4.) Mudslide-184 cal.
5.) Gin and tonic-103 cal.

They say beauty comes from within...this list literally shows you how:

1.) Lobster/shellfish: healthy, shiny hair, prevent acne
2.) Chia seeds/flax/sunflower or pumpkin seeds: good skin and shiny hair
3.) Artichokes: reduce redness, clear skin
4.) Strawberries: stimulate collagen production, remove discoloration from teeth
5.) Sweet potatoes: fresh, smooth and clear skin
6.) Acai berries: antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids
7.) Salmon/mackerel/sardines: enhances radiance and reduces wrinkles and puffiness
8.) Kale/spinach: clear, wrinkle-free skin, makes whites of eyes brighter
9.) Quinoa: moisture-rich hair and glowing skin
10.) Kefir/Yogurt: skin appears luminous

They're all healthy ideas too! Hopefully I'll be seeing them pop up in one of the 6 grocery stores around me:

1.) Pop Corn on the Cob (Available at MastGeneralStore.com): It's a dried cob of corn that you microwave for two minutes to get a delicious bowl of popcorn.

2.) TVP: Texturized Vegetable Protein (Available at Whole Foods Markets): Soy protein that has the texture of ground beef.

3.) Shirataki Noodles (Available at MiracleNoodle.com): No carbs, no calories. Shirataki Noodles can also be purchased at several Asian food stores and natural food stores, as well as a growing number of local grocery stores such as Ralphs, Safeway, Trader Joe's and Sunset Foods.

4.) Pepquiño Cucumbers(Available at Marx Foods): Miniture cucumbers which look like watermelons.

I need to find a way to combine all these foods into one meal, probably not a good idea!

1.) Almonds-sun blocker
2.) Flax seeds-wrinkle fighter
3.) Cooked tomatoes-sun blocker
4.) Sweet potatoes-wrinkle fighter
5.) Spinach-cancer defender
6.) Safflower oil-natural moisterizer
7.) Canned tuna-skin tightener
8.) Carrots-blemish blaster
9.) Green tea-cancer defender
10.) Dark chocolate-sun blocker

Hello 100th birthday!

1.) Eggs. Substitutes: Egg Beaters egg substitute
2.) Green tea. Substitutes: Yerba mate, white tea, oolong tea, rooibos (red) tea
3.) Garlic. Substitutes: Onions, chives, leeks
4.) Grapefruit. Substitutes: Oranges, watermelon, tomatoes
5.) Greek yogurt. Substitutes: Kefir and yogurt with “live and active cultures” printed on the product label
6.) Avocado. Substitutes: olive, canola and peanut oils, peanut butter, tahini
7.) Quinoa. Substitutes: Oats, amaranth, millet, pearl barley, bulgur wheat
8.) Bell peppers. Substitutes: Carrots, sweet potatoes, watermelon
9.) Almonds. Substitutes: Walnuts, pecans, peanuts, sesame seeds, flaxseeds
10.) Swiss chard. Substitutes: Spinach, mustard greens, collard greens, watercress, arugula, romaine lettuce