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Trader Joe's storefront with a designed treatment Credit: Adobe Stock / John Mantell Photo Trader Joe's storefront with a designed treatment Credit: Adobe Stock / John Mantell Photo Trader Joe’s storefront with a designed treatment Credit: Adobe Stock / John Mantell Photo Trader Joe’s storefront with a designed treatment Credit: Adobe Stock / John Mantell Photo By the looks of the 9 best Trader Joe’s products of 2021, according to customers and the 21 products Trader Joe’s employees can’t live without, you might guess that TJ’s fans are not so fond of pasta....

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chicken-thighs-featured Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign up here to get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! With Labor Day quickly approaching, I’m savoring these last few days of summer! And at the same time, I’m getting more and more excited for fall. Apple picking, fires in the backyard and all the cozy dinners to be made have me looking forward to the change in season....

We know that vitamin D scores an A-plus at helping maintain bone health (when you have enough, that is) and that higher levels of omega-3s are linked to a longer life, healthier heart and more body benefits. But about 40% of Americans are vitamin D-deficient, and a whopping 68% of adults don’t consume enough omega-3 fats from their diet, according to expert estimates. (BTW, here are 5 sneaky signs you might not be eating enough omega-3s....

Have you ever gone to pay a bill online with a credit card, only to find that you’ll be charged a “convenience fee”? While you may have thought it was the convenient thing to be paying with a credit card instead of mailing a check or other methods, these fees are becoming common in restaurants too. Here’s everything you need to know about convenience fees. What Is a Convenience Fee? A convenience fee is charged by a seller when the customer uses a credit card instead of a standard form of payment accepted by the business, such as cash or check....

spices spices spices spices A spoonful of sugar might help the medicine go down (well, at least according to Mary Poppins), but more and more research is mounting that a pinch of cinnamon might just be the Rx itself. According to a just-released 12-week study published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society involving 51 prediabetic participants, those who were given a 500-milligram cinnamon capsule three times per day (about equal to ⅓ teaspoon) had lower fasting glucose levels and smaller blood sugar spikes after eating meals with carbs than their placebo-dosed counterparts....

Folate, also called vitamin B9, is an essential nutrient that’s particularly important for women who are (or might become) pregnant. It plays a key role in DNA synthesis, protein metabolism, the formation of red blood cells and more. And while folate deficiency isn’t super common, women of childbearing age are particularly at risk for not getting enough. According to the National Institutes of Health, pregnant women need 600 micrograms of folate every day, while breastfeeding women need 500 mcg and all other adults need 400 mcg....

Snacks may be a small part of your day, but that doesn’t mean they don’t make a big difference when it comes to either easing inflammation or aggravating it. We’re sharing our best anti-inflammatory snacks, along with a few to definitely avoid. Here are 13 of the best and worst snacks for inflammation. #1 Best: Hard-boiled eggs Eggs are a quick, high-quality source of protein, making them an ideal alternative to common snack foods that are heavy in refined carbs and added sugars....

More than half of all Americans say they’re trying to eat less sugar. But it’s hard to quit something that tastes so good—especially when your brain is hard-wired to love it. In a study from Oregon Research Institute, sipping a sweet milkshake caused the “reward center” of the brain (the part that floods the body with feel-good chemicals) to light up. The more sugar the milkshakes contained, the more this brain region—the same one activated by drugs like cocaine—glowed....

Target is known for their wide selection of food, drinks, home goods and more. And while there are plenty of fun treats to choose from at Target, you can also find healthy food options for under $10. To find the most healthy, convenient and tasty picks, we tapped a few dietitians to get their go-to recommendations. Whether you’re looking for frozen foods or convenient snacks to take on the go, these are the best healthy and delicious Target items under $10....

If versatility was the defining factor in a head-to-head comparison of broccoli and cauliflower, the pale white cruciferous vegetable would be the clear winner. After all, cauliflower has expanded well beyond just the produce section in the grocery store to make its way into a variety of surprising places: pre-made pizza crust, to-go oatmeal cups and various types of “rice” (here’s how to make cauliflower rice at home). But which cruciferous veggie is actually going into our carts and onto our dinner plates?...

Drew Barrymore sitting in a director's chair in a kitchen Credit: Quorn Drew Barrymore sitting in a director's chair in a kitchen Credit: Quorn Drew Barrymore sitting in a director’s chair in a kitchen Credit: Quorn Drew Barrymore sitting in a director’s chair in a kitchen Credit: Quorn Between hosting her award-winning TV show, writing books, creating a line of kitchenware for Walmart, starring in blockbusters (Scream, anyone?) and, more recently, being appointed Chief Mom Officer of Quorn (a meat-substitute product brand featuring mycoprotein), it’s safe to say many things compete for Drew Barrymore’s attention....

Fall is back in full swing, and that means one thing: You’re going to need something that’s tasty, comforting and easy make ahead of time. And Giada De Laurentiis just reminded us of the perfect not-quite-a-snack-not-quite-a-meal scrumptiousness for you: Baked Macaroni and Cheese Cupcakes. (And, yes, they also make perfect school lunches for the little ones, but as far as we’re concerned, it’s grown-ups who really need a treat this year!...

By now, you probably already know that your diet and lifestyle can impact your risk for chronic diseases like cancer, heart disease, diabetes and more. But a brand-new study from Harvard University shows just how much of an impact our daily choices can have on our health and longevity. This new study, published in BMJ, analyzed 34 years of data from over 110,000 adults who participated in the Nurses’ Health and Health Professionals Follow-Up studies....

Anthony Anderson on a designed background Credit: Courtsey of Novo Nordisk Anthony Anderson is a talented actor, producer and comedian who has graced our TV screens for years, playing key characters in films such as The Departed and Transformers, and in the hit shows Law & Order and Black-ish. Anderson has had a successful career in Hollywood for more than 25 years now. For 20 of those years he’s also been managing life with diabetes, with no signs of slowing down....

Shrimp Scampi Pictured recipe: Shrimp Scampi Shrimp is a beloved shellfish for many reasons. Whether it’s in Spicy Shrimp Tacos or decadent Shrimp & Cheddar Grits, there are endless ways to prepare these crustaceans. They also boast some impressive nutrition and are high in protein while being relatively low in calories, making them a filling addition to any meal. That said, it can be hard to know how to pick the best shrimp for your health, for flavor and for the environment....

before and after photo of Tameika G side by side Credit: TameikaG before and after photo of Tameika G side by side Credit: TameikaG before and after photo of Tameika G side by side Credit: TameikaG before and after photo of Tameika G side by side Credit: TameikaG In December of 2004, I was faced with a decision. Do I make a New Years Resolution to lose weight… again?...

Jennifer Aniston on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Steve Granitz Jennifer Aniston is famous for her healthy lifestyle. Whether you’ve been inspired by her unique fitness routine or tried the now-iconic lunch salad that she ate on the set of Friends every day for 10 years, you’re going to be all ears about her latest launch. The actress and entrepreneur just released a line of collagen protein bars as part of her partnership with the brand Vital Proteins, and they hit store shelves on May 24th (she is also the chief creative officer for the brand)....

Whether you typically avoid the gym or are steering clear due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s always great to keep a few bodyweight exercises in your back pocket. We spoke with Julie Jones, C.P.T., a personal trainer and corporate wellness manager based in Atlanta to find out her favorite moves for getting a full-body workout from the comfort of home. “Taking some time to get away from our screens and the news is good for our mental health,” Jones says....

Cooking up a satisfying pot of vegetable soup can help your weight-loss efforts for a few reasons. For starters, research has found that soups might help you lose weight. In one study, published in the journal Physiology & Behavior, people consumed the fewest calories on days when they ate soup rather than the same ingredients in solid form. Soup has a high water content, which can help you feel full and stay hydrated—both of which are important for weight loss....