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A portrait of Ree Drummond on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / NBC A portrait of Ree Drummond on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / NBC A portrait of Ree Drummond on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / NBC A portrait of Ree Drummond on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / NBC It’s super easy to become a fan of Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond, and now it’ll be super easy to recreate some of her favorite recipes: Her new cookbook, Super Easy is out in a little over a month and available for preorder now....

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in America and, chances are, we all know someone who has been impacted. (My dad, for instance, has recovered from a heart attack, and my grandpas on both sides had open-heart surgery to address severe arterial blockages.) So I try to follow the American Heart Association’s Life’s Simple 7 for a heart-healthy lifestyle, and I aim to fill my weekly menu with as many of these best foods for heart health as possible....

Photo of inside of a bar Credit: Carol Tedesco/Getty Images Photo of inside of a bar Credit: Carol Tedesco/Getty Images Photo of inside of a bar Credit: Carol Tedesco/Getty Images Photo of inside of a bar Credit: Carol Tedesco/Getty Images The COVID-19 pandemic is tough for everyone in America, but especially those working at restaurants or bars. Many of our favorite local establishments are having to shutter their doors indefinitely—and are worried they may have to remain closed after the COVID-19 pandemic is over....

Even as a dietitian, I struggle with eating enough fruit (and sometimes veggies, but I struggle most with fruit). I much prefer savory, salty foods over sweet and, as a result, I really have to push myself to reach for a piece of fruit every day—especially so in the winter when most of my favorite fruits are out of season. But recently, I started back up on a smoothie kick and have been eating more fruit than I have in months!...

Shaved Chayote Salad from Guadeloupe for Fête de Cuisinaire Credit: Andrea Mathis For almost a decade I knew that if it was mid-August, it was time to make my annual trek from Martha’s Vineyard down to the Caribbean with my suitcase filled with more than the usual amount of gold jewelry, eyelet slips, traditional Creole dresses and Madras head ties, along with the business-related notes and other impedimenta that are a part of my life....

If you feel like you’ve tried all the diets and still can’t lose weight, it may be time to take the focus off the food and on to something a little less tangible—your thoughts. This may sound a little “woo woo,” but stick with us. Have you ever felt guilty for eating something? Do you struggle from being “all or nothing” with food and exercise? Ever told yourself: “Screw it, I’ll start over Monday?...

Lately it seems like every piece of news we read is about the new coronavirus, and yet there’s still so much we don’t know. To un-muddy the waters surrounding the testing process, symptoms, care and isolation practices for COVID-19, we asked Lauren Nichols, a 32-year-old woman from Boston, who recently tested positive for coronavirus, what her experience has been like. (This is Lauren’s story, but people diagnosed with COVID-19, may experience varying degrees of symptoms and may require varying levels of medical care....

Turning 50 can be a huge milestone in many people’s lives, and it’s often a cause for celebration. While a 50th birthday party can be fun, imagine the bash you’ll have when you turn 100. Although it might seem futile to think about age 100 as soon as you turn 50, the halfway point is actually the perfect time to start (if you haven’t already), and to begin making changes to your lifestyle, so you can enjoy the second 50 years of your life....

Yawning young woman traveling by bus Credit: Getty Images / Westend61 Yawning young woman traveling by bus Credit: Getty Images / Westend61 Yawning young woman traveling by bus Credit: Getty Images / Westend61 Yawning young woman traveling by bus Credit: Getty Images / Westend61 As far as vitamins and nutrients go, vitamin D has been pretty on-trend recently. This could be in part to the robust research behind all of its potential health benefits, from supporting healthy bones and reducing inflammation, to lowering risk of depression....

vegetables with carbohydrate amounts on green background ranked from lowest to highest vegetables with carbohydrate amounts on green background ranked from lowest to highest vegetables with carbohydrate amounts on green background ranked from lowest to highest vegetables with carbohydrate amounts on green background ranked from lowest to highest It’s no secret that vegetables are the foundation of a healthy meal pattern. They are important sources of many nutrients, including potassium, fiber and vitamin C, that promote good health and may reduce the risk of chronic conditions like heart disease, diabetes and cancer....

pan of chicken and containers of veggies, grains and sauces - all prepped pan of chicken and containers of veggies, grains and sauces - all prepped pan of chicken and containers of veggies, grains and sauces - all prepped pan of chicken and containers of veggies, grains and sauces - all prepped Busy weeknights call for easy dinners. These simple dinners require minimal prep to get to your table, thanks to a little work at the beginning of the week that cuts down on total cook time....

Forgetting to soften butter before you make a batch of cookies or frosting is one of a cook’s greatest frustrations. And while we’ve all tried to cheat the system once or twice, we know deep down we’ll never get the same perfect crumb and fluffy texture that comes from beating creamy butter into sugar granules. soften bowl of cut up butter with a measuring cup of water in the microwave Credit: Casey Barber But the next time you need a soft stick of butter stat, don’t sit around watching it on the counter, wondering “How long does it take for butter to soften?...

During the colder winter months, most people like to hunker down and enjoy a warm and comforting meal at home. Ina Garten is doing just that in her own signature classy yet cozy fashion, which she chronicled on Instagram. Pacific Productions, the production company behind The Barefoot Contessa, gifted Ina with a bouquet of anemones and clematis from her neighbors at The Bridgehampton Florist to give her home a vibrant punch of springtime color....

Eating too much sugar is a problem-one that most Americans, unfortunately have. But if you’ve decided to cut back (good job!) you’re faced with some choices: Should you swap sugar in your morning bowl of oatmeal for honey, or is that the same thing? Does baking with coconut sugar make a treat healthier? And if you resolve to quit sugar all together, does that include fruit? Sugar is a pretty hot topic in the nutrition world and many people have strong feelings about which sweeteners to use and how much (or little) to consume....

In case you missed it, non-perishable foods are really having a moment right now. Chances are you’ve seen viral images of nearly-empty grocery store shelves as our nation prepares for more COVID-19 outbreaks across the country. Thankfully, our local Trader Joe’s is all stocked up on everything we need to weather a potential coronavirus outbreak in our community. We scoured the shelves to find healthy non-perishables under $3 that deserve a spot on your coronavirus prep list—just in case you get stuck at home for weeks at a time....

roast beef on a table with a bottle of wine roast beef on a table with a bottle of wine roast beef on a table with a bottle of wine roast beef on a table with a bottle of wine Summer is officially over (womp womp), so we’re ditching our White Claws for bottles of our favorite vino this autumn. We spoke with two sommeliers—Breana Killeen, M.P.H., R.D., test kitchen manager at EatingWell, and Devon Brogile, Whole Foods Market master sommelier—to get some expert pairings for all of our favorite fall foods....

30 Day Self-Care Challenge text and a bowl of delicious looking pasta Your whole being—think mind, body and spirit—deserves some TLC this time of year. Take time everyday this month for self care. We’ll offer foods and recipes to feel good from the inside out and also tips and ideas for taking care of yourself—whether that’s a DIY cranberry face scrub or a 5-minute meditation. self care calendar 30 Recipes To Practice Self Care This Month Here are some of our calendar tips with more detail for those of you following along with the challenge: Checklist Day 1: 5-Minute meditation Regular meditation can relieve stress, boost mood and improve focus....

Herby Mediterranean Fish with Wilted Greens & Mushrooms Herby Mediterranean Fish with Wilted Greens & Mushrooms Herby Mediterranean Fish with Wilted Greens & Mushrooms Herby Mediterranean Fish with Wilted Greens & Mushrooms The Mediterranean diet has been named the healthiest diet around for years, and that is for good reason. It can boost your heart health, strengthen your brain, help with weight loss and slash your risk for a variety of chronic diseases....

Wanting to become pregnant is an exciting time in a person’s life. Many parents will agree that there is nothing better than welcoming a little bundle of joy into the world and watching it grow. But while you may have visions of holding your little one in your arms shortly after deciding that you are ready, unfortunately, infertility is pretty common. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 1 in 5 persons will have difficulty conceiving after one year of trying....

I’m an Aldiholic. My boyfriend and I get the majority of our food from Aldi because the products are high-quality, fresh and significantly cheaper than those at other grocery stores. We save a ton of money on our grocery bill each week by shopping at Aldi. They have so many healthy options like seafood, meat, an awesome cheese section, wonderful seasonal items, and a selection of low-carb options to help you stay on track....