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Portrait of Chris Bradshaw Credit: BILL WADMAN In 2008, Chris Bradshaw set out to remedy a problem he saw in his Washington, D.C., community—namely, that fresh produce was scarce in the district’s Black neighborhoods, while sugary, fatty convenience foods proliferated. He kept encountering an income gap. White wealth in the D.C. metro area, he points out, is 81 times that of Black wealth. Centuries of violent dispossession and discrimination have left Black farmers without land to farm, left Black neighborhoods without grocery stores, and left Black families with higher rates of high blood pressure, diabetes and other health problems....

coffee cups on a designed background Credit: Getty Images coffee cups on a designed background Credit: Getty Images coffee cups on a designed background Credit: Getty Images coffee cups on a designed background Credit: Getty Images There are two types of people in the world: people who start every day with coffee, and people who just don’t get what the big deal is about the bean juice. If you fall into the former camp, you’ve probably heard all kinds of mixed messages about your coffee habit—that it might help you live longer but could temporarily raise blood pressure, or that it can lower your risk of various chronic diseases but can also mess with your sleep....

Joy Bauer Credit: Lucy Schaeffer Joy Bauer Credit: Lucy Schaeffer Joy Bauer Credit: Lucy Schaeffer Joy Bauer Credit: Lucy Schaeffer Joy Bauer, M.S., RDN, CDN, is a nutrition and wellness expert, author, chief nutrition officer with Plenity and, most recently, dean of the Protein Prep School for the Incredible Egg. In that role, Bauer teaches parents about meal prep and planning and shares easy-to-make recipes with eggs as the star....

a couple Trader Joe's items that would make perfect stocking stuffers including the Belgian Cookie Trio and Gingerbread Coffee Credit: Courtesy of Brand a couple Trader Joe's items that would make perfect stocking stuffers including the Belgian Cookie Trio and Gingerbread Coffee Credit: Courtesy of Brand a couple Trader Joe’s items that would make perfect stocking stuffers including the Belgian Cookie Trio and Gingerbread Coffee Credit: Courtesy of Brand...

Mexican Street Corn Mexican Street Corn Mexican Street Corn Mexican Street Corn For those of us who love chile and lime, fresh fruit or wedges of crunchy jicama seem almost naked without an extra pop of salt and heat. That’s where Tajín Clásico Seasoning comes in. A mix of mild chile powder, dehydrated lime, and salt, Tajín (pronounced Tah-HEEN) adds oomph to fruit and almost anything else it touches. Think of it like a lemon pepper or Mrs....

The time and energy we invest in our morning rituals is sacred, often setting the tone for our entire day. From eating a healthy breakfast to squeezing in a workout, the more diligent we are at maintaining these rituals, the more likely they are to pay off in the form of long-term health perks, like improved energy and cheerier moods. Cup of Joe With so many health-boosting morning rituals to choose from, sometimes it’s helpful to know how others start their day, in order to figure out how best to start your own—and who better to get the inside scoop from than health experts?...

7-day sugar detox meal plan 1,800 calories 7-day sugar detox meal plan 1,800 calories 7-day sugar detox meal plan 1,800 calories 7-day sugar detox meal plan 1,800 calories Hit reset and get back on track with healthy eating habits with this simple 7-day low-sugar meal plan. Slashing your sugar intake can help stabilize energy levels, curb over-active appetites (which is especially helpful when trying to lose weight) and prevent chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, heart disease and even certain cancers....

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vitamins_630.jpg New science suggests taking a multivitamin may help you lose weight. There’s still no magic pill for weight loss, but taking a multivitamin might be the secret to a slimmer you. In a new study of more than 85 obese women in China, those who took a multivitamin (with 29 vitamins and minerals, much like a “one-a-day” you find on store shelves), while continuing to eat their normal diets, lost an average of about three and a half pounds over six months....

White Bean & Sun-Dried Tomato Gnocchi Credit: Jacob Fox Thankfully, the days of eating bland, fat-free and flavorless foods for heart health are behind us. We know better now and understand that all foods can fit in a heart healthy diet—comfort foods included—with a few healthy tweaks here and there to keep sodium and saturated fat levels in check, which in turn keep things like our cholesterol levels in a healthy range....

a photo of Guy Fieri Credit: Getty Images a photo of Guy Fieri Credit: Getty Images a photo of Guy Fieri Credit: Getty Images a photo of Guy Fieri Credit: Getty Images If you hear “Flavortown,” it’s likely that only one person comes to mind: Guy Fieri. Here at EatingWell, we are longtime Fieri fans, not only because of his popular show, but also for his numerous philanthropic endeavors that range from bringing meals to those fighting wildfires or setting up the Restaurant Employee Relief Fund during the pandemic....

Figs are a delicious, sweet-tasting fruit that originated in ancient times in the Middle East. In fact, they’re one of the first plants cultivated by humans. Figs are also considered a backyard delicacy—as they thrive in regions with mild winters and it’s easy for hobby gardeners to grow them at home. They are technically available in thousands of varieties, though six are most common. Those six are Mission, Brown Turkey, Kadota, Sierra, Tiger and Golden (though Golden is mostly found dried, not fresh)....

As “competitive athletes our whole lives” attempting to earn college scholarships for basketball, Alex and Reana Kaminsky were used to their competitors throwing them some curveballs. Little did they know life would throw many at them during the coronavirus pandemic starting in early 2020, just as they were embarking on their wellness journey. “We were always active growing up and played basketball together, but we were the ones on the team that were usually out of shape or just heavier than everyone else,” says Alex, now 24....

dried mushrooms on a parchment paper background Credit: Caitlin Bensel Mushrooms are a delicious addition to any recipe. Aside from some great health benefits, which include boosting gut health and being full of potassium, mushrooms can be enjoyed both raw and cooked. One way that we love to cook with mushrooms is by drying them. Dried mushrooms provide a concentrated punch of umami flavor, plus they last a long time....

Lemon Sugar Cookies Lemon Sugar Cookies Lemon Sugar Cookies Lemon Sugar Cookies The holidays are just around the corner, and because the coronavirus pandemic is showing no signs of slowing down, it’s time to rethink many—if not all—of our go-to holiday rituals so we can still enjoy them without putting ourselves or our loved ones at risk. One of the most iconic (and delicious!) holiday traditions we can’t bring ourselves to postpone?...

I wondered if the food inside of puffy packaging was safe to eat after I saw a TikTok video from Maneet Kaur, a food product developer in England. Kaur says in the video, “Both of these products are in date, but this one pack has blown and that basically means that the film is spongy to touch … That means there is bacteria inside this pack of food now, even though the packaging says it is in date, it is not safe to eat....

Double-Tahini Hummus In the past, we were led to believe that eating a fat-free diet was the way to go for optimal health. Thankfully, experts now understand how important certain fats can be in our diets, especially for those with diabetes. Pictured Recipe: Double-Tahini Hummus Fat plays an important role in diabetes management, as this macronutrient can help with post-meal glucose control, and certain types of fat can help support healthy cholesterol levels....

You don’t need a recipe to make a salad, just a basic formula. This formula helps you mix filling protein, satisfying whole grains and lots of low-calorie vegetables so your salad fills you up, instead of leaving you hungry an hour later. chopped chicken and sweet potato salad Pictured recipe: Chopped Chicken & Sweet Potato Salad Mix and match the categories using the amounts shown so you don’t get bored with your salads....

Starbucks is known for their over-the-top coffee and tea drinks. Though these beverages are a tasty treat every once in a while, some grande-sized drinks can contain over 60 grams of sugar! For those who are worried about added sugar, either for general health or because they have a medical condition like diabetes, ordering these beverages can easily skyrocket your sugar levels. Let us take a closer look at the menu to identify ten low- and no-sugar options you can enjoy at your local Starbucks....

woman exercising Credit: Getty Images/Maskot At the start of a new year, many of us feel our motivation renewed for exercise and healthy living. Maybe you unwrapped some new fitness gear over the holidays, or you have a specific resolution around getting more movement into your day. Exercise has so many benefits—from reducing stress and boosting your mood to improving your heart health and helping you get stronger (here are the top 5 exercises to try for better health, according to a Harvard doctor)....