` ask the test kitchen logo View Series The Best Air Fryers, According to the EatingWell Test Kitchen 3 Must-Have Kitchen Knives Every Home Cook Needs, According to Experts 5 Foods You Should Never Store in the Refrigerator Door The Best Citrus Juicers, According to Our Test Kitchen There’s nothing more inviting than a big pot of soup simmering on the stove. From seafood chowders to veggie-packed soups, soup makes the perfect appetizer or main course....
` View Series Why Kids Don’t Eat Enough Seafood and How They Can Enjoy It 5 Easy Snack Ideas You Can Pack in a Mason Jar The Number of Teens Diagnosed with Prediabetes Has Doubled in the Past 2 Decades—Here’s What Every Parent Needs to Know Kids Who Don’t Eat Meat Are Just as Healthy as Kids Who Do, New Research Says I recently did the math and figured out that I’ve packed around 4,000 kids’ lunchboxes (give or take a hundred) over the last nine years....
Jillian Michaels on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Paul Archuleta Jillian Michaels is a personal trainer, TV personality and creator of Jillian Michaels: The Fitness App. As a former trainer on The Biggest Loser, Michaels knows a thing or two about helping people reach their health goals. We chatted with the personal trainer to get the scoop on the biggest mistakes that can hinder your weight loss—and what to do instead....
We are smack dab in the middle of flu season, which means we should all be taking extra precautions to keep germs at bay and our bodies healthy. Most of us are using scientifically proven methods for flu prevention—washing our hands under warm water, getting plenty of sleep and loading up on nourishing foods—but what about hand sanitizer? As it turns out, this antiseptic product may not be as beneficial in preventing the flu and other illnesses as it may seem....
Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins Pictured Recipe: Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins Forgot to pick up whole-wheat flour? Have brown sugar but not white? Don’t have quite enough eggs to prepare that batch of muffins you want to make today? Not to worry, EatingWell’s guide to substitutions for common baking ingredients will help you make adjustments so you don’t have to run to the supermarket on the fly. Chocolate/Cocoa Chocolate, bittersweet, 1 ounce 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate plus 2 teaspoons sugar Chocolate, semisweet, 1 ounce 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate plus 1 tablespoon sugar Chocolate, unsweetened, 1 ounce 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder plus 1 tablespoon canola oil (or melted butter) Cocoa powder, Dutch-processed, 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder plus 1/8 teaspoon baking soda Cocoa powder, unsweetened, 1 ounce 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate and decrease oil, butter or other fat in the recipe by 1 1/2 teaspoons Eggs Eggs, 1 large 2 large egg whites or 1 1/2 teaspoons dried egg whites combined with 2 tablespoons water or 3 tablespoons liquid egg replacer (or liquid egg whites) or 1/2 mashed banana plus 1/2 teaspoon baking powder [for baking] Egg, white, 1 large 2 tablespoons liquid egg whites Flour Flour, all-purpose (as a thickener), 1 tablespoon 1 teaspoon cornstarch or 11/2 teaspoons arrowroot Flour, all-purpose (for baking), 1 cup 1/2 cup all-purpose flour plus 1/2 cup whole-wheat or 1/2 cup all-purpose flour plus 1/2 cup whole-wheat pastry flour or 1 cup white whole-wheat flour Flour, all-purpose (to eliminate gluten), 1 cup 1 cup store-bought gluten-free baking mix or 1 cup minus 2 tablespoons rice flour Flour, bread, 1 cup 1 cup all-purpose flour plus 1 tablespoon wheat gluten Flour, cake, 1 cup sifted 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sifted all-purpose flour Flour, whole-wheat, white whole-wheat or whole-wheat pastry, 1 cup 1 cup all-purpose flour Blackberry Blueberry Cake Bars Pictured Recipe: Blackberry Blueberry Cake Bars Sweeteners Corn syrup, dark Light corn syrup Corn syrup, light, 1/2 cup 1/2 cup granulated sugar plus 2 tablespoons water Sugar, brown, 1 cup 1 cup granulated sugar plus 2 tablespoons molasses Sugar, granulated, 1 cup 1 cup brown sugar or 1/2-2/3 cup honey* or 3/4 cup maple syrup* or 2/3 cup agave nectar* or 1 cup Splenda, granulated or 18-24 SteviaPlus Fiber packets *Using honey, maple syrup or agave nectar in place of granulated sugar in baking may cause baked goods to brown faster....
Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes Many people experience “classic” diabetes symptoms (such as increased thirst and blurred vision) before being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. But what do these symptoms really feel like? In the slides that follow, people with type 2 diabetes share how they felt just before being diagnosed. Fred A. Williams Jr., M.D., FACP, FACE, explains why these symptoms occur. Don’t Miss: Should You Try the Whole30 Diet If You Have Diabetes?...
` obsessed logo View Series My Favorite Restaurant Gave Me Their “Pink Panther” Cocktail Recipe—and It’s as Delicious as It Is Pretty I Buy This Plant Every Spring—Here’s Why You Need One, Too This Kitchen Appliance Has Helped Me Eat Healthier and Get Dinner on the Table Faster This Plant-Based Milk Is So Good in Lattes That I Buy It in Bulk This is Obsessed: my weekly column devoted to sharing all the things I’m loving right now—from unique food and gift ideas to travel destinations and beauty products—plus some tips and tricks for living your best life....
Reducing inflammation continues to be a hot topic, and for good reason. Some inflammation is natural in the body—for example, it’s your body’s response to helping you heal a skinned knee or fighting off foreign invaders. Chronic inflammation, on the other hand, can be problematic. Chronic inflammation is often brought on by lifestyle choices and is a common contributing factor in many chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis and even Alzheimer’s disease....
mealplan1600_630px.png This 1,600-calorie meal plan is designed by EatingWell’s registered dietitians and culinary experts to offer healthy and delicious meals for weight loss. We’ve done the hard work of planning for you and mapped out seven full days of meals and snacks. The calorie totals are listed next to each meal so you can easily swap things in and out as you see fit. Note that this meal plan is controlled for calories, fiber and sodium....
Cauliflower & Red Lentil Curry Credit: Jason Donnelly Pictured Recipe: Cauliflower & Red Lentil Curry If you have diabetes, you probably know to watch your carbohydrates. Carbs, especially simple carbs, can cause spikes in blood sugar which, over time, can lead to dangerous diabetes complications. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up carbs altogether, says registered dietitian Marina Chaparro, M.P.H., R.D., certified diabetes educator, spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and founder of Nutrichicos....
By Devon O’Brien and Adam Dolge Forget the mishmash of casserole dishes and instead host a niçoise salad-themed potluck dinner that is sure to impress. A mix of vibrant, fresh ingredients and savory cooked toppings makes for seriously satisfying salads. The concept is simple: plan to provide a few of the elements, then have your guests bring the rest. Find delicious recipes below, along with a few helpful tips to make planning stress-free (and if you’re looking for other menu ideas, try this concept with our ramen menu or stuffed potato menu)....
a piece of fish on top of polenta on a blue plate a piece of fish on top of polenta on a blue plate a piece of fish on top of polenta on a blue plate a piece of fish on top of polenta on a blue plate It’s never a surprise to see seafood, and especially heart-healthy options like salmon and tuna, listed among the best protein sources you can keep in your kitchen....
A whopping one in every five Americans 65 or older currently has mild cognitive impairment, and one in every seven has been diagnosed with dementia. If that sounds staggering, get this: By 2050, the number of Americans with dementia is expected to triple, according to the authors of a just-released scientific statement published in the journal Stroke. Dementia, which is defined by the Alzheimer’s Association as a decline in mental aptitude enough that it impacts daily life, is a more costly collection of conditions than heart disease or cancer, with worldwide costs estimated at $818 billion in 2015....
6474309.jpg 6474309.jpg 6474309.jpg 6474309.jpg Summer is for veggie lovers. After all, there’s no better time to hit the farmers’ market or peruse the produce section—you’re bound to find crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, vibrant summer squash and plenty of other goodies. And while you could always bring home your bag of veggies and cook up something tasty, the summer heat has us craving no-cook recipes more than ever. So leave it to Le Creuset to bring a new one to our attention: Justin Chapple’s Cucumber-Feta Spread....
chef-ann-cooper.jpg American Food Hero 2019: Chef Ann Cooper Who she is: Founder of the Chef Ann Foundation and Director of Food Services, Boulder Valley School District What she does: Making School Food Good Food In high school, no one would have voted Ann Cooper most likely to succeed. In fact, she didn’t even graduate. She did drugs, was thrown out of several schools, then hitchhiked out to Telluride to be a ski bum....
In many kitchens, the stovetop and oven can be found together in one crucial appliance. And while the function of the stovetop and oven are pretty self-explanatory, there may be one part of the appliance that has you scratching your head: the drawer under the oven. Read on to learn about this bonus space—plus, how best to use it. What Is the Drawer under the Oven For? Before you can answer this question, you first need to figure out what kind of drawer you have....
shay mitchell Getty / Gregg DeGuire / Contributor | Credit: Getty / Gregg DeGuire / Contributor Shay Mitchell is an actress (you’ve probably seen her as Emily in Pretty Little Liars or as Peach in You), mom to 1-year-old daughter Atlas, founder of Onda Sparkling Tequila and chief business officer of her luggage company BÉIS. Like us, you may be wondering how the 33 year old manages all of this while staying healthy, strong and sane, so we asked her for her tips and tricks....
` Thrifty logo View Series The 6 Best Budget-Friendly Antioxidant-Rich Foods, According to a Dietitian I’m a Dietitian & These Are My Favorite High-Protein Casserole Recipes I’m a Dietitian & These Are My Favorite New Soup Recipes The 6 Best Budget-Friendly Anti-Inflammatory Foods, According to a Dietitian Welcome to Thrifty. A weekly column where associate nutrition editor and registered dietitian, Jessica Ball, keeps it real on how to grocery shop on a budget, make healthy meals for one or two and make earth-friendly choices without overhauling your entire life....
With this #DinnerTonight #LunchTomorrow meal plan, you’ll cook once and eat twice. This meal plan maps out 7 days of delicious dinners, plus 5 days of quick and easy lunches for the work week made using dinner leftovers. By making a little extra at dinner each night and packing it up before you go to bed, you’ll give yourself at least 10 extra minutes each morning to enjoy a cup of coffee and ease into the day....
7-Day Vegan Meal Plan: 1,500 Calories 7-Day Vegan Meal Plan: 1,500 Calories 7-Day Vegan Meal Plan: 1,500 Calories 7-Day Vegan Meal Plan: 1,500 Calories Following a vegan diet, or even just including more plant-based foods in your routine, can be a healthy and delicious approach to eating. Research has shown that cutting back on animal products and eating more beans, whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds is associated with a decreased risk for diabetes, heart disease and certain types of cancer....
