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It’s no secret that some spices can have serious health benefits (and turn a flavorless meal into something to write home about). We love the anti-inflammatory power of turmeric and the blast of flavor that a sprinkle of chili powder or garlic powder offers—but a new investigation from Consumer Reports is making us think twice about the spices we use each day. Consumer Reports tested bottles of 126 dried herbs and spices for the presence of arsenic, lead, cadmium, mercury and salmonella....

Big news, Costco fans: the beloved big-box retailer is opening up 11 new stores in the remainder of 2022, with six of those being in the U.S. All of these openings are slated for as early as May through November 2022—just in time for holiday feasting and shopping. Costco is one of our favorite stops for scoring amazing deals on kitchen essentials and favorite ingredients, RD-approved foods for healthy weight management, and delicious treats like those Instagram-adored sorbets in fruit shells....

a diabetic woman on a hike Credit: Getty Images a diabetic woman on a hike Credit: Getty Images a diabetic woman on a hike Credit: Getty Images a diabetic woman on a hike Credit: Getty Images The next time you’re at the mall, supermarket, sporting event or park, take a look around. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1 in 10 (or about 11.3%) of the individuals you see have received a type 2 diabetes diagnosis....

Everyone has a favorite coffee shop. Whether you’re a regular at a cozy local joint or you prefer a bustling national chain, coffee shops are one of the best places to get your morning brew. Each coffee shop has its own setup and unspoken rules, but there are certain “polite” things you may be doing every day that are actually rude. Fear not, we have a guide for you to improve your coffee-shop etiquette and become your barista’s favorite customer....

If our fan-favorite stories speak to the top food trends of the moment, EatingWell readers are wild about: Simple solutions to sneak in a few more fruits or veggies.Five-ingredient-or-less meals that can be tossed together in a flash, as schedules are picking back up.TikTok recipes, because yum! Case in point: Baked Feta Pasta, Charcuterie Wraps, Baked Oats, Smashed Brussels Sprouts…need we say more? Well the latest TikTok food trend combines all of those things into one....

Veggie-Packed Breakfast Meal Plan Most Americans fall short when it comes to getting the recommended servings of veggies each day-about 90 percent of us don’t get enough! Start your day right by adding more produce to your morning meal, like we did in this week’s breakfast meal plan. Fruit is often the go-to for breakfast, but don’t forget about veggies. The recipes in this plan contain at least 1 cup of vegetables to help you get up to the daily recommended goal of at least 2 1/2 cups of vegetables per day....

romaine lettuce on board Credit: Getty Images / Aniko Hobel romaine lettuce on board Credit: Getty Images / Aniko Hobel romaine lettuce on board Credit: Getty Images / Aniko Hobel romaine lettuce on board Credit: Getty Images / Aniko Hobel Have you ever noticed a milky white liquid appear after you cut through the core of a head of lettuce or slice through the thicker part of lettuce leaves? If you have, were you curious about what it is and whether the lettuce is still safe to consume?...

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a clock face made out of cups of coffee Credit: Getty Images a clock face made out of cups of coffee Credit: Getty Images a clock face made out of cups of coffee Credit: Getty Images a clock face made out of cups of coffee Credit: Getty Images Caffeine is a natural stimulant well-known for its health benefits, from boosting your mood to reducing your risk of type 2 diabetes....

Costco Storefront Credit: Getty Images Costco Storefront Credit: Getty Images Costco Storefront Credit: Getty Images Costco Storefront Credit: Getty Images Costco’s new warehouse deals start August 3 and there are so many good things on sale! I already added a bunch of things to my shopping list (and I was psyched to see that a few things that we’re already low on are on sale. Here’s a list of my favorites....

We love casseroles since they can be made ahead for easy leftovers throughout the week. Plus, this perfect meal-prep dish is comforting during chillier months when your body wants something cozy and filling. Instead of turning to your same old casserole recipe, we asked Kyle Thomas, founder of Kyle Thomas Astrology, to break down the casserole you should whip up tonight based on your zodiac sign. Here’s what he had to say....

empty grocery store freezer section Credit: Getty / Mint Images empty grocery store freezer section Credit: Getty / Mint Images empty grocery store freezer section Credit: Getty / Mint Images empty grocery store freezer section Credit: Getty / Mint Images While grocery shopping counts as an “essential errand” during stay-at-home and shelter-in-place orders, per the CDC, more shoppers than ever are turning to online grocery orders to limit supermarket crowding and reduce risk of spreading or acquiring the coronavirus....

salt shaker and pile of salt Credit: Kristin Lee/Getty Images salt shaker and pile of salt Credit: Kristin Lee/Getty Images salt shaker and pile of salt Credit: Kristin Lee/Getty Images salt shaker and pile of salt Credit: Kristin Lee/Getty Images The fact that most Americans exceed daily sodium recommendations probably isn’t all that surprising. “Reduce sodium” and cut back on salt" have been consistent health messages for the past several decades to try and help people stay under the recommendation of no more than 2,300 mg—or 1 teaspoon—a day....

Hand holding an avocado Credit: Getty / d3sign Hand holding an avocado Credit: Getty / d3sign Hand holding an avocado Credit: Getty / d3sign Hand holding an avocado Credit: Getty / d3sign Attention, shoppers in Aisle 1: You can learn a lot about your purchase if you look a little closer. Turns out, those little coded stickers on your banana can help you learn more about your fruit: “A 4-digit code means conventionally grown, while a 5-digit one starting with 9 means organic and a 5-digit code starting with 8 means genetically modified,” says Dan Vaché, a supply chain consultant and former vice president of the International Fresh Produce Association....

eggs Credit: Getty Images eggs Credit: Getty Images eggs Credit: Getty Images eggs Credit: Getty Images If you just finished baking a batch of meringues or flourless cookies and are now stuck with leftover egg yolks that you don’t know what to do with, you’re in luck! Egg yolks can be used as a healthy emulsifier, binder or flavor agent in more recipes than you may think. Read on to learn more about their health benefits and what to do with leftover egg yolks....

1-Day Gluten-Free Healthy Pregnancy Meal Plan at 2,200 calories Eating healthy when you’re pregnant takes a little extra thought to make sure you the foods you eat deliver the nutrients you need each day, while avoiding the foods that are on the “unsafe” list (like unpasteurized cheese, and certain fish). Add a food allergy or intolerance on top of that, like Celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity, and it takes even more effort....

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` just tell me what to eat logo View Series 7-Day No-Sugar Meal Plan to Have More Energy Just Tell Me What to Eat 7-Day Budget-Friendly Dinner Plan for Diabetes 7-Day Diabetes-Friendly Dinner Plan the Whole Family Will Love If you’ve ever stared into the depths of your fridge on a Monday morning wondering what you can throw into a cooler for lunch, we have two words for you—meal prep. By prepping a week’s worth of grab-and-go lunches in advance (on Sunday, for example), you’ll skip the morning scramble and set yourself up for a week of healthy eating....