The flexitarian diet is perfect for those looking to wade into the vegetarian diet pool without diving in head first. A flexitarian diet, or “flexible vegetarian” diet, is a mostly vegetarian diet but often includes some animal proteins. Because it’s flexible, you can structure it based on what works best for your lifestyle and routine. In this plan, we map out recipes with beginners in mind by choosing simple recipes with shorter ingredient lists....
seltzer water poured in glass seltzer water poured in glass seltzer water poured in glass seltzer water poured in glass You may have some friends doing a Dry January or you may be abstaining from booze yourself. Going without alcohol for a month may sound really challenging, even if you’re not a big drinker. Sipping a glass of wine while you make dinner, enjoying a beer (or two) at happy hour and ordering cocktails at dinner—all that booze adds up over time and may push you past the recommended drink amounts....
The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted life for many of us. While most of us are still able to run essential errands and get exercise, health officials have suggested limiting your trips to the grocery store. So if you’re looking to stock up on your next grocery run, canned food is an affordable, healthy option to replace fresh produce or protein. grocery store canned goods aisle Credit: Getty / Jeff Greenberg / Contributor If you already have a pantry full of canned foods, you may be wondering if they’re still safe to eat....
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scooping sliced avocado with a spoon Credit: Casey Barber Once it’s ripe, an avocado is one of the greatest foods in existence, and so versatile that you can add it to many of your favorite dishes for a boost of healthy fats, fiber, potassium and more vitamins and minerals. Learn how to cut an avocado for salads, toast, guacamole and more. Plus, learn how to peel an avocado. What You Need to Open an Avocado You don’t need any special avocado tools to open an avocado....
From helping you live longer to reducing risk for depression and anxiety, there are dozens of science-backed reasons to include omega-3 fatty acids in your diet. For years, we’ve known that one of the strongest correlations between these heart-healthy fats and wellness has been related to blood pressure, but we haven’t known exactly how much is enough to move the needle. Recently, scientists set out to study if there is an ideal dose of omega-3s to help the 47% of Americans who currently have a high blood pressure diagnosis....
On This Page Mistake to Avoid #1: Forgetting the Stovetop Mistake to Avoid #2: Your Topping Isn't Crispy Mistake to Avoid #3: Mushy Green Beans Mistake to Avoid #4: Your Casserole is Watery Mistake to Avoid #5: The Leftover Casserole Was in the Fridge for Too Long We know that Thanksgiving and green bean casserole go hand in hand. There was a time when making green bean casserole meant opening a can of green beans, a can of mushroom soup and a can of fried ovens and throwing it all in the oven....
woman with resistance bands By Micaela Young, M.S. and Mary E. Sanders, Ph.D., RCEP, CDCES woman with resistance bands woman with resistance bands woman with resistance bands Strength training doesn’t always mean lifting weights or using fancy gym equipment. Resistance bands are just as useful in building strength, but they are lighter and easier to maneuver than traditional weights. Plus, they allow you to work your muscles and improve flexibility without putting too much stress on your joints....
a woman running during sunset Credit: Getty Images a woman running during sunset Credit: Getty Images a woman running during sunset Credit: Getty Images a woman running during sunset Credit: Getty Images Earlier this fall, we learned that walking after meals for just two minutes (yes, really!) can have a substantial impact on blood sugar. But beyond sprinkling in little activity “nuggets” as dessert, researchers are still on a quest to learn more about the best methods, times of day and intensity levels of exercise that might affect—and potentially help us better manage—our blood sugar levels....
Veggistrone recipe in a white bowl Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign up here to get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! I’m still on a doing-the-dishes strike. I just can’t deal with having so many to do each day, so I’m bringing back the one-dish dinner theme for this week of recipes....
egg whites in a bowl Credit: Getty / milanfoto egg whites in a bowl Credit: Getty / milanfoto egg whites in a bowl Credit: Getty / milanfoto egg whites in a bowl Credit: Getty / milanfoto If you’re trying to incorporate more protein in your diet, especially at breakfast, egg whites can be a good option. They’re essentially pure protein, have fewer calories than a whole egg and have a negligible amount of fat....
30 Day Mediterranean Diet Challenge The new year is your chance for a new start, and what better way to kick it off than with the healthiest diet in the world? For years the Mediterranean Diet has been touted as the best diet for your health and wellbeing, and it’s also delicious. How can you adopt the principles of the Mediterranean diet for better health? We’ll teach you! Join this challenge and get 30 days of tips and recipes to help you eat and live well and start your year off right....
eating too few calories Credit: Getty / MirageC eating too few calories Credit: Getty / MirageC eating too few calories Credit: Getty / MirageC eating too few calories Credit: Getty / MirageC You’ve lost 10 pounds! Then the dreaded scale stops and nothing you do seems to move that number down, ugh. It’s not you; it’s your body. Well, it’s you and your body. But it’s fixable. Keep reading to learn five sneaky culprits behind weight-loss plateaus and how to slide that number on the scale down again....
Whether you’re joining in on the intermittent fasting craze, working through lunch or skipping breakfast, going too long between meals can have some serious consequences. Food helps to power every system in our bodies, so pretty much every part of your body is impacted when you skip a meal or fast. We asked Christy Harrison, M.P.H., R.D., C.D.N., author of Anti-Diet and host of the Food Psych podcast, as well as Jessica Ball, M....
After years of being told to limit our fat intake—specifically animal-based saturated fat—the ketogenic diet has given weight watchers an opportunity to go hog wild (literally) and load up on all the indulgent, rich foods including bacon, cheese, butter and heavy cream. That is, as long as there isn’t a carb in sight. But can eating that much animal fat actually be healthy? And is there even such thing as a healthy keto diet plan?...
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How to Eat More Mindfully When was the last time you let food sit on your plate, taking a long deep inhale to smell its flavors, a moment to sense its textures, and a pause to take in the experience of the meal? Now ask yourself: When was the last time you rushed through lunch at your desk, or your kitchen counter, to quickly get to your next task? You can probably easily think of an answer for the latter, but may struggle to remember a time when you truly stopped to eat mindfully and enjoy your meal....
You’ve no doubt heard of low-carb diets (remember the ’90s, when carbs were the enemy?) and the ketogenic diet, which is a very low-carb diet with a few modern variations—but have you heard of the “slow-carb” diet? Unlike a low-carb diet, which is exactly what it sounds like—a diet low in carbohydrates—the slow-carb diet takes a little more explanation. Here’s a look at what it is, how to follow it and why you might consider it....
Okay, so we know that not everything is worth buying at Costco (although we’re hopelessly devoted to these 10 healthy dietitian-approved snacks to fuel us through the workday), the latest game-changing Costco savings hack is something we just learned today. And it’s been right in plain sight all along right on the price tag! One savvy club member shared this on the @purewow Instagram account and we know this tip is going to change how we shop: “If a tag ends in 99 cents, it’s full price and will most likely be there when you come back....
EatingWell Guide to Camping Essentials EatingWell Guide to Camping Essentials EatingWell Guide to Camping Essentials EatingWell Guide to Camping Essentials Whether you’re a car camper, hard-core backpacker or like to go glamping in style, you need to eat out there! And we’ve got you covered when it comes to cooking, eating and drinking at your campsite. These camping finds will help you stock your outdoor “kitchen” with everything from the basics to the fun upgrades that make your life easier out in the woods....
