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woman dancing on designed background Credit: Getty Images / simonkr woman dancing on designed background Credit: Getty Images / simonkr woman dancing on designed background Credit: Getty Images / simonkr woman dancing on designed background Credit: Getty Images / simonkr Whether you prefer to do the hustle, the “Cupid Shuffle” or the twist, getting down on the dance floor (or in your kitchen) can actually be a boon for your health....

Struggling with inflammation? There’s a simple part of your morning routine that might help the sneaky symptoms like joint stiffness, digestive issues and high blood pressure. According to new research published on January 30 in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, combining proteins and antioxidants may double the anti-inflammatory effects in immune cells. In a follow-up study that’s set to publish March 2023 in Food Chemistry, it was found that this combination can be replicated by adding a popular protein-rich ingredient to your coffee....

We love yogurt for a number of reasons—it’s creamy consistency, satisfying protein factor and that it can be turned into a tasty fro-yo like treat in just 3 easy steps. Choose add-ins from each category below and then follow the easy steps for make your own delicious combination that both kids and adults will love! And don’t miss out on our favorite combinations below. How to Make Yogurt Bark Pick and choose from the add-ins below to make your own unique yogurt bark creation!...

Homemade cupcakes are cupcakes you whip up from scratch-flour, butter, eggs, sugar and all. The number of calories in homemade cupcakes depends on how much batter you’re making and how many cupcakes you’re dividing that between-for example, are you using a standard 12-cup muffin tin or something else? And then there’s the frosting. Homemade cupcakes are high in sugar, but ingredients-wise they’re “clean” because they don’t contain any additives or preservatives....

Gingerbread cookie season is upon us and if you’re feeling even slightly adventurous, it may be time to move past plain old gingerbread men and women and dabble in making your very own gingerbread houses. Intimidated? Don’t be! It’s fun! You can start small. And by small we mean very small. Mini. As in mini gingerbread houses. There are plenty of reasons why small is better. Think of mini gingerbread houses as slightly advanced three-dimensional cookies....

Apple & Pecan Stuffed Butternut Squash By Lisa Kingsley and Alex Loh Apple & Pecan Stuffed Butternut Squash Apple & Pecan Stuffed Butternut Squash Apple & Pecan Stuffed Butternut Squash Butternut squash is one of the most popular varieties of winter squash—and for good reason. The vegetable can be used in a myriad of delicious recipes, from Apple & Pecan Stuffed Butternut Squash (pictured above) to Penne Pasta with Sausage, Butternut Squash & Chard....

Glass jars full with dried uncooked food ingredients. Credit: Getty Images / Borbala Tarczy 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 Have you ever thought, “Man, I wish that stocking my pantry and fridge took more time?...

Whole Foods Market storefront Credit: SOPA Images/Getty Images Whole Foods Market storefront Credit: SOPA Images/Getty Images Whole Foods Market storefront Credit: SOPA Images/Getty Images Whole Foods Market storefront Credit: SOPA Images/Getty Images 2020 has brought a lot of twists and turns. Who had items like “toilet paper shortage” and “NBA bubble” on their news prediction list for the year? Luckily, the food trend predictions were slightly more on the mark, with alternative flours, alcohol-free beverages and flexitarian proteins continuing to take over even more shelf space at the supermarket by the month....

Ricotta Yogurt Parfait Ricotta Yogurt Parfait Ricotta Yogurt Parfait Ricotta Yogurt Parfait Fiber is super helpful for a lot of reasons, one of which is that it helps regulate blood sugar levels. For a person with diabetes, it’s important to manage blood sugar to prevent it from sharply spiking and crashing. If we were to look at a line graph of our blood sugar throughout the day, we want to see nice rolling hills with gentle slopes....

Woman exercising on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / jacoblund An estimated 40% of people ages 65 and older experience some degree of age-related cognitive decline. In the U.S. alone, that equates to approximately 21 million people. Whether you are over 65 and concerned about age-related memory loss or are simply looking to implement measures to improve cognition, research overwhelmingly shows that exercise is one of the most important daily habits to include to prevent cognitive decline....

Freezing meat is a great way to save money and trips to the grocery store. You can also buy meat and fish that’s already frozen, which means you can have proteins on hand whenever you need them. When defrosting your dinner, keep in mind: you want to (a) thaw it evenly and (b) do it safely. Here are the two methods we use at EatingWell. Correct Ways to Thaw Meat and Fish Defrosting in the fridge A slow thaw in the refrigerator is what the USDA considers one of the safest ways from a bacteria standpoint....

3 ingredient pasta broccoli dinner Credit: Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D. 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! I love spending time in the kitchen cooking meals from scratch, especially on the weekends. But I don’t always have the energy during the busy workweek. That’s where these three-ingredient dinners come in handy (three ingredients not including basics we all have in our kitchen, like oil, salt and pepper)....

Trader Joe's storefront with a designed treatment Credit: Adobe Stock / jetcityimage The bounty of products at Trader Joe’s is enough to boggle the mind of any grocery shopper. That’s why we’re always scoping out suggestions from the experts on what to try next. We love some of the classic picks (like these customer-voted favorites) and the dietitian-approved buys, and we’re always ready to pick up some seasonal finds. But now, thanks to the hosts of the official TJ’s podcast, Matt Sloan and Tara Miller, we have even more products on our to-purchase list....

30-Day Back to Healthy Challenge We all could use a healthy resest. Now is the perfect time to get back to choices that help you feel your best. Our simple, straightforward tips and tricks will help you get back on track without feeling overwhelming. Get simple, healthy recipes along with tips to move more and take care of yourself. Join our 30-Day Back to Healthy Challenge this month. 30-Day Back to Healthy Challenge Calendar graphic Checklist Day 1: Make a plan: At the beginning of each week, make a plan to help you get back on track....

Best Ice Creams for Diabetics Credit: Courtesy of the Brands On This Page The Test Our Product Recommendations Nutrition Parameters Conclusion Our Expertise Whether you're digging into a pint from the freezer or enjoying a cone from the local scoop shop, ice cream is a delicious sweet treat any time of year. But for people with diabetes who have to manage their blood sugar levels, finding a healthy ice cream may seem tricky....

aldi chocolate hummus snack pack Credit: Aldi aldi chocolate hummus snack pack Credit: Aldi aldi chocolate hummus snack pack Credit: Aldi aldi chocolate hummus snack pack Credit: Aldi Dessert hummus is one of the biggest snack trends of the past few years. And we are all about some protein-rich, low-calorie options like Trader Joe’s Chocolate Hummus, Delighted By Key Lime Hummus and Aldi’s Carrot Cake Hummus. But, when it comes to snack dips, not all flavor combos are successful, the nutrition stats can be majorly disappointing (read: high in calories and added sugars) and the texture of some products can err on the gritty side....

Portrait of Carla Hall on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Rich Fury Portrait of Carla Hall on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Rich Fury Portrait of Carla Hall on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Rich Fury Portrait of Carla Hall on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Rich Fury Whether you recognize her from Top Chef, The Chew or numerous other Food Network shows, chef Carla Hall is known for her soul food cooking, energetic personality and positive attitude....

Michael_Pollan_FranCollinPhoto_049.jpg Michael Pollan talks about how cooking is the #1 way we can change the food system Michael Pollan wrote about agriculture in his New York Times bestseller The Omnivore’s Dilemma and nutrition in In Defense of Food. Now, in Cooked: A Natural History of Transformation (Penguin Press, April 2013), he homes in on what he believes is the single-most important step we can take to make our food system healthier and more sustainable....

Sometimes, we eat a little too much. And while that extra slice of cheesecake (or two) may have sounded like a good idea at the time (and was absolutely delicious), eating too many calories can force your body into overdrive as it tries to digest a high volume of food. “Just metabolizing food—especially fat- and carbohydrate-rich fare—causes the body to produce free radicals, which attack cells and can promote the development of chronic conditions including heart disease, diabetes and cancer,” says Ronald L....

Padma Lakshmi can do it all—she’s an Emmy nominee, a New York Times-bestselling author and the iconic host of not one, but two beloved food shows. Plus, she’s always posting great recipe tutorials on Instagram—like this no-cook fruity freezer pie or the most original take on the “nature’s cereal” trend that I’ve ever seen. Padma Lakshmi next to a picture of a Zucchini pudding casserole Credit: Photo / Leah Goggins, Getty Images / Michael Tran Lakshmi’s pudding isn’t the sweet dessert kind of pudding—instead, it’s a super simple savory zucchini casserole that develops a cheesy, pudding-like texture as it cooks in the oven, thanks to the mixture of creamy goat cheese, mild Cheddar and egg....