You are what you eat, the old chestnut says, and for many Americans, what we eat is a whole lot of energy-draining items. That might be part of the reason why 2.5 million Americans struggle with chronic fatigue syndrome, according to the United States Centers for Disease Control (CDC), and millions more crawl through the day with less-than-optimal levels of get-up-and-go. “Your body needs food just like a car needs gas....
` Good food fast logo View Series Best Prepared Meal Delivery Services Best Meal Delivery Services 5 Easy Snack Ideas You Can Pack in a Mason Jar 9 Healthy Salads to Order from Popular Fast-Food Chains You don’t have to be vegan to introduce plant-based snacks into your everyday routine. Nor do plant-based snacks have to be low-protein. Protein helps keep you full (it takes longer to digest) and also supports lots of bodily functions, including muscle growth and hormone synthesis....
Dan Levy Credit: John Shearer/Getty Images Dan Levy Credit: John Shearer/Getty Images Dan Levy Credit: John Shearer/Getty Images Dan Levy Credit: John Shearer/Getty Images Dan Levy is the hilarious actor, writer and producer behind the hit TV series, Schitt’s Creek, where he stars alongside his father, Eugene Levy. Dan is keeping us laughing while we are all hunkered down as he shares his comedic adventures in cooking on Instagram. We must say, he has some great cooking hacks....
By Penelope Wall and Carrie Myers Eating more fruits and vegetables—organic or not—is better than eating none at all. And while many of us would love to be able to buy organic produce all the time, it can be expensive. Is the price of organic worth it for your health? Pesticides can be absorbed into fruits and vegetables, leaving trace residues. According to a 2017 review in Science of the Total Environment, higher exposure to pesticides can have many health consequences, from immediate effects like throat irritation, nausea and dizziness to asthma, certain types of cancers and cognitive and reproductive issues from long-term exposure....
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J. Lo on designed background Credit: Getty Images / Axelle/Bauer-Griffin Ever since “Jenny from the Block” first dropped in 2002, Jennifer Lopez has been a fashion and beauty icon. We’re still keeping up with her skin-care routine, fitness secrets and red carpet looks 20 years later. Following along with the singer, actress and entrepreneur just got infinitely easier, thanks to her brand-new newsletter, On the JLo, where she shares about daily life (the star is currently obsessed with Ted Lasso), gives her tips on how to glow from the inside out and answers fans’ questions through her Ask Me Anything (AMA) segment....
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’ve hit the point in the summer where I’m feeling slightly panicked that it’s all going by too fast! So, I’m finding myself packing in as much activity as I can—going down to the lake after work, taking evening drives to go get ice cream and jamming in plan after plan on the weekends to get my fill....
Gathering around the grill with friends and family is one of the simple yet special pleasures of the summer. And for many of us, it isn’t a barbecue without burgers—whether that’s a classic beef burger, a turkey burger or a vegan veggie burger. Burgers are also endlessly customizable, so they can satisfy both picky and adventurous eaters. But to make burgers even more kid-friendly, we love to downsize them and make sliders—mini burgers, like Joy Howard’s recipe for Pizza Sliders pictured above, are perfect for little hands, and adults love them too....
Now that you have mastered the viral feta pasta trend, it’s time to shake it up for spring! As the weather shifts, there are amazing early spring vegetables that are probably hitting the markets near you. If you have been loving the tomato version of the baked feta pasta, you can adapt that technique to create some amazing seasonal dishes with the same ease, and bright light flavors. Jenni Häyrinen, a food stylist in Finland, put her springy twist on the baked feta trend with fresh asparagus, lemon, honey and mint and shared it on her Instagram account, @liemessa....
Peeps treats Credit: Getty / Walter B. McKenzie Peeps treats Credit: Getty / Walter B. McKenzie Peeps treats Credit: Getty / Walter B. McKenzie Peeps treats Credit: Getty / Walter B. McKenzie While this year’s Easter celebrations will look different for many families, one thing you don’t have to social distance yourself from? Easter candy—in moderation, of course. We’re all about balancing out your healthy Easter menu with a bit of indulgence, and have dark chocolate bunnies at the ready to enjoy on Sunday....
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a glucose monitor on a plate shaped like a clock Credit: Getty Images a glucose monitor on a plate shaped like a clock Credit: Getty Images a glucose monitor on a plate shaped like a clock Credit: Getty Images a glucose monitor on a plate shaped like a clock Credit: Getty Images If you have diabetes, you’re probably tuned in to your body’s blood glucose (AKA blood sugar) levels, and how they change throughout the day....
Remember when you were a kid and bedtime was something you dreaded and tried to postpone as long as possible? As an adult, you’re likely facing the opposite challenge: wishing you could slip under the sheets far sooner than your schedule would allow. A whopping 1 in 3 American adults don’t score their recommended seven hours of sleep per night regularly, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. We know that when and what we eat, our gut health, our pre-bedtime habits and our partner’s sleep schedule can make a big impact on the quality and quantity of our zzz’s....
Diptych of a woman with a sunburn and bottle of olive oil Credit: Getty Images As the extreme heat continues across the country this summer, those of us who need or like to spend time outdoors sometimes suffer the consequences of sunburns, despite our best efforts with SPF creams and sun-protective clothing. However, one of the easiest ways to help heal your sore or damaged skin might be in your kitchen, rather than your medicine cabinet....
Pineapple & Cucumber Salad Pineapple & Cucumber Salad Pineapple & Cucumber Salad Pineapple & Cucumber Salad Growing up, you were likely told more times than you can count to “Eat your veggies”—and for good reason. Fruits and vegetables are among the healthiest foods on the planet. They provide a wide variety of vitamins, minerals, fiber and other essential phytonutrients (like antioxidants) that are critical for good health and lowering your risk of developing chronic diseases, such as heart disease and cancer—the top two causes of death in the U....
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When you are trying to lose weight, snacking can seem like a slippery slope. On the one hand, a balanced, nutritious snack can help you manage between-meal hunger and may even help you eat less overall. On the other, highly processed snacks (cookies, chips and cheese puffs, we’re talking to you!) aren’t the best options to achieve your weight-loss goals. If you love to snack (and who doesn’t?), here’s everything you need to know about choosing the No....
20-Minute Creamy Italian Chicken Skillet Credit: Jason Donnelly 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! Even though it just snowed here in Vermont, I am oh-so-ready for the warm weather and all the tasty food it brings. I’m talking zucchini, tomatoes, pesto, grilled everything, picnic dinners and so much more....
Sheet-Pan Lemon-Pepper Chicken 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! With the busy holiday season in full swing, I’m loading up on foods with healthy anti-inflammatory nutrients—like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C and vitamin E—to help me feel my best and fend off pesky colds....
