The Diet Detective: The Best Healthy Food Blogs

There are literally thousands of food blogs, so I've chosen a few that can help you become healthier and wiser about the foods you eat.

Skinny Taste
Blogger:
Gina Homolka, an author, photographer and recipe developer
Blogging since: 2008
Location: Oceanside, New York
Theme: Healthy dishes that don't sacrifice any of the flavor that can be found in their full-fat originals.
From the blog: "My food philosophy is to eat seasonal, clean, whole foods and maintain good portion control. When you cook your own meals, you know you can feel good about what is going into your body. Let me help you navigate your way around the kitchen and teach you how to prepare delicious, light, fresh meals your whole family will love. (And they won't even realize it's good for them!)"
Facebook followers: 223,657

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StraightUPFood
Blogger:
Cathy Fisher, a chef and teacher
Blogging since: 2010
Location: Sonoma County, California

Theme: Recipes that are vegan, without salt, oil or sugar and using very few processed foods.
From the blog: "This blog is full of recipes and information on how to eat a plant-based diet that is free of salt, oil and sugar. Recipes focus on the use of whole foods (still in their naturally grown state) except for a handful of minimally processed foods used for convenience (canned beans, frozen produce, non-dairy milks). Recipes are all vegan, meaning they don't call for any animal foods or ingredients. Where applicable I note substitutions to lower fat and eliminate gluten."
Facebook followers: 10,148

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