a collage featuring a spoon of a more organic sugar alongside processed sugar Credit: Getty Images By Johane M. Filemon, M.S., RDN and Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia a collage featuring a spoon of a more organic sugar alongside processed sugar Credit: Getty Images a collage featuring a spoon of a more organic sugar alongside processed sugar Credit: Getty Images a collage featuring a spoon of a more organic sugar alongside processed sugar...
a clock with silverware Credit: Getty Images a clock with silverware Credit: Getty Images a clock with silverware Credit: Getty Images a clock with silverware Credit: Getty Images Whether the goal is improving heart health, living longer, keeping your brain sharp, losing weight or boosting energy, Americans tend to focus a lot on what to eat. (And what not to. As a quick reminder, here at EatingWell we are firm believers there’s room for any food or drink—that you’re not allergic to—as part of an overall healthy diet!...
You might be a Trader Joe’s super-fan if… ✔️ You have at least 3 of the 2021 Trader Joe’s Customer Choice Awards winners in your home as we speak. ✔️ You know how much a banana costs by heart (19 cents, always and forever!). ✔️ You subscribe and immediately listen to every episode of their podcast. Yes, we know that last one sounds silly, but it’s where we learn about what’s new, next or best at Trader Joe’s before our next shopping trip....
Whether you’re lactose intolerant or vegan, eschewing regular cheese and ice cream can surely be a challenge. But what might be hardest of all is navigating all the creamy dips. From pimiento cheese and spinach-artichoke to queso and buffalo chicken dip, many appetizer MVPs start with cheese, milk or cream cheese. But as he’s done many times before, Joe has our back. Trader Joe, that is, and the brand even launched a new dairy-free dip to join the rest of the squad....
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There’s a lot of excitement around fermented foods and drinks, giving people hope for good gut health. People clamor for probiotic foods and drinks like miso, kimchi, and kombucha, but there’s another one that gets a lot of attention: kefir. If you’re confused about kefir and the two different types, we can clear up a few things. Breaking Kefir Down Kefir is a fermented beverage hyped for the probiotics it contains and its effect on gut health....
charcuterie on a table shot from above, with an open box of different wines Credit: Winc charcuterie on a table shot from above, with an open box of different wines Credit: Winc charcuterie on a table shot from above, with an open box of different wines Credit: Winc charcuterie on a table shot from above, with an open box of different wines Credit: Winc As we begin to hunker down across the country, it’s important to make staying in as pleasurable as possible....
gut health meal plan 2000 calories Gut health is a hot topic these days, and for good reason! Research has shown that a healthy gut microbiome has many surprising health benefits, beyond just helping with digestion. Good gut bacteria have been shown to improve heart health, reduce the risk of colon cancer, and can even improve your sleep pattern and mood by producing feel-good neurotransmitters, like serotonin. An added bonus: having diverse gut bacteria mans you may have an easier time maintaining a healthy weight....
Though you might have heard the phrase before, you might not be as familiar with how blood sugar works. After you eat or drink anything that contains calories, your body breaks down the food into simple glucose molecules. This is the form of energy that all of the cells in your body can use, and the hormone insulin acts like a key to allow glucose to get into our cells. To get the energy to your cells, glucose must travel through your blood, hence the term “blood glucose” (often referred to as blood sugar since glucose is a simple sugar molecule)....
Curtis Stone in the kitchen Credit: Getty Images / JC Olivera / Stringer Celebrity chef Curtis Stone chatted with EatingWell to share his thoughts on cooking, kitchen essentials and more. The Aussie-born chef and star of Field Trip with Curtis Stone discussed the items in his fridge and the meal that “screams home” to him. Plus, he shared his reasons for getting involved with the charitable organization No Kid Hungry....
Tequila Guacamole By Emily McKenna and Kimberly Holland Tequila Guacamole Tequila Guacamole Tequila Guacamole Pictured recipe: Tequila Guacamole Guacamole is always a crowd-pleaser, whether it’s game day or fiesta time. Creamy guacamole dip is also highly versatile. While commonly served as a dip, it’s also a taco condiment, sandwich spread, grain bowl topper, sweet potato topper, and so much more. Homemade guacamole beats store-bought any day. It’s fresher, healthier, tastier, and takes just minutes to make....
Costco Store front with shoppers with carts outside with a design treatment Credit: Getty Images / Xinhua News Agency Welcome to Thrifty. A weekly column where assistant 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. Alright, let’s get one thing out of the way right off the bat: I don’t like going to Costco....
miso vegetable soup miso vegetable soup miso vegetable soup miso vegetable soup Have you noticed that you are offered a bowl of hot miso soup when you order sushi at your local Japanese restaurant? Miso, a fermented soy product in the form of a paste, is one of the staples in the traditional Japanese diet. It is widely used as a condiment and an ingredient in Japanese sauces and soups....
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3 Madhu chocolate products on a designed background Credit: Madhu Chocolate It’s the holiday season and what better gift to give than chocolate. Sure, you can make your own luscious chocolate desserts or homemade hot cocoa drinks, but sometimes store-bought really is the way to go (thank you, Ina!). This year we will be filling everyone’s stockings with Madhu Chocolate (follow them on Instagram at @MadhuChocolate) to spread holiday cheer in an ethical, sustainable and seriously delicious way....
Did you know in the U.S., someone suffers a heart attack every 40 seconds? Chances are you know at least one person who’s had a heart attack and the thought of experiencing on yourself can certainly be scary. The good news is, you can reduce your risk for heart attacks by making wise lifestyle changes. Read on to find out what a heart attack is, the risk factors and how you can regularly make small wins for better well-being in the long run....
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What Is a Liquid Diet and Is It Healthy? Liquid diets promise weight loss, detoxing and cleansing. From protein shakes to cold-pressed juices, they claim to have a solution—albeit an expensive one—to your health worries and woes. But they may not actually be the answer. Should you try a liquid diet? Here we break down what a liquid diet include, any potential benefits and many of the downsides. What Is a Liquid Diet?...
Welcome to Thrifty. A weekly column where 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. I try to cut down on food waste wherever I can, which means trying to be organized with a shopping list and menu plan so that I only buy what I need and will use....
Inflammation is a hot topic, and for good reason. Research links chronic, low-grade inflammation with many of today’s major health issues, including heart disease, cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. Most advice seems to focus on the top anti-inflammatory foods to eat. However, increasing these foods is only one part of the equation. When it comes to reducing chronic inflammation in the body, it’s just as important to reduce food components that may be triggering and aggravating existing inflammation....
