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7-Day Vegan Sugar-Detox Meal Plan: 1,800 Calories Make the switch over to healthy whole foods with this easy-to-follow vegan sugar-detox meal plan. If you feel like you’ve been overdoing it lately with refined sugar and processed foods, this healthy 1,800-calorie meal plan makes it easy to “detox” from those less-than-healthy foods and get the nutrients your body craves. Each day is loaded with fresh fruits and veggies, lean plant-based protein and high-fiber whole grains, and the plan cuts out all forms of added sugar (like granulated sugar, honey, maple syrup and all of these other names for sugar you may see in packaged foods)....

` the beet logo with illustration of a beet on white background View Series Why It’s Actually Rude to Compliment Someone’s Weight Loss, According to a Dietitian No, You Don’t Need to Do a “Detox”—Here’s What a Dietitian Says The #1 Dessert for Weight Loss, According to a Dietitian I’m a Dietitian, and I’ll Never Give Up Dairy—Here’s Why I have two toddler boys, which means my day starts pretty early (if Paxton could stop waking up at 5 a....

Eggs are known for their versatility in the kitchen. Whether you’re making a quick scramble or adding them to a cake batter, eggs are a staple for many people. The next time you need to pick up a dozen, you’re likely to find eggs in the dairy aisle of the supermarket—but, wait, does that mean eggs are considered dairy? To help answer this question, we’ll break down what a dairy product is, if eggs are dairy and more, so you can shop with confidence....

two plates with coleslaw on a purple background two plates with coleslaw on a purple background two plates with coleslaw on a purple background two plates with coleslaw on a purple background Whether green or red, napa or Savoy, cabbage is one of the most versatile, delicious and good-for-you vegetables—it’s high in fiber, low in calories and packed with vitamins and minerals. The only problem with cabbage is that each head is quite large, so using an entire cabbage up in one meal or recipe can be a challenge....

It’s clear that there’s a lot more to weight loss that just calories in and calories out, but what are those other dynamics at play? Does inflammation cause weight gain? Research suggests that reducing inflammation is a good first step to long-term weight loss. But how exactly does inflammation prevent the body from losing weight? I’m breaking down the connection, plus five ways to prevent inflammation from stifling your weight-loss goals....

Broccoli on a wood surface Credit: Helen Norman Broccoli on a wood surface Credit: Helen Norman Broccoli on a wood surface Credit: Helen Norman Broccoli on a wood surface Credit: Helen Norman Have you ever opened your refrigerator’s crisper drawer to find a forgotten head of broccoli—and you’re unsure if it’s still OK to use? You’re not alone! We all have let the occasional piece of produce linger just a little too long in the fridge, and figuring out if it’s still good to eat can be tricky....

Mediterranean Tuna-Spinach Salad 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 I am a dietitian on a budget, and these days working from home has changed my routine in many ways. I do less meal planning because I can walk to the store for a quick lunch break, and I no longer meal prep egg muffins for breakfast because I have time to make something fresh each day....

Jessica Biel on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / USA Network Jessica Biel on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / USA Network Jessica Biel on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / USA Network Jessica Biel on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / USA Network There’s a reason why Pedialyte was on all the end caps of the Publix in my former college town—the electrolyte-packed drink is one of the many classic hangover cures that can supposedly wipe away the signature headache and nausea many people experience after a night of too much drinking....

shrimp with rice Pictured Recipe: Shrimp Jambalaya Eating more whole grains is good for your health. They deliver fiber (most of us don’t eat enough) and nutrients. But if cooking a pot of brown rice feels intimidating (here’s the best way to do it) or you don’t have 45 minutes, keep these rice mixes in your pantry. A whole-grain rice mix makes for an easy and healthy side dish. But they’re not all created equally....

Aldi storefront Credit: Getty Aldi storefront Credit: Getty Aldi storefront Credit: Getty Aldi storefront Credit: Getty Does anyone else get entranced by the greeting card aisle at the supermarket? Just me? There’s something about the hunt to find the perfect sentiment for the occasion, plus I have a weekly habit to send at least three notes to coworkers, family or friends as a tiny way to say “thinking of you,” “miss you” (which has been more common than ever this year!...

inside a medicine cabinet on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Hill Street Studios inside a medicine cabinet on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Hill Street Studios inside a medicine cabinet on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Hill Street Studios inside a medicine cabinet on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / Hill Street Studios A newly published study shows that two types of mouthwash will reduce the viral load of COVID-19 in your mouth....

Every five years, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) comes out with the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The focus of the report is to give recommendations on a healthy eating pattern that would prevent chronic illness. However, the lengthy report contains much more than just how many servings of fruits and vegetables you need. The most recent 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines suggest that less than 10% of daily calories come from added sources of sugar....

Aldi products in a blue shopping basket on a designed background Credit: Aldi, Getty Images / monticelllo The Aldi finds for this March are pretty solid, featuring dinner ingredients like spicy chicken broth and frozen sea bass that we can’t wait to try for ourselves. Also in the list of new products coming to Aldi this month are tons of green-tinted and Irish-sourced foods and drinks that are sure to add some extra celebratory energy to your St....

wine wine wine wine You’ve probably heard that wine is good for you, but maybe you’ve also heard that you shouldn’t be drinking too much. How can anything so delightful be good for you? Well, the science says we should crack open a bottle of pinot-and who are we to argue with science? Here are all of the healthy reasons to pick up a bottle of the good stuff....

7-Day Superfood Meal Plan Add some super-healthy foods to your diet with a week of dinners full of superfoods. This week’s meal plan features foods that pack a powerful punch of health-promoting nutrients, like vitamin A in sweet potatoes, fiber in beans, and omega-3s in salmon-just to name a few. Superfoods aren’t always rare or expensive-think spinach, sweet potatoes and mushrooms. Here are a handful of delicious recipes with nourishing, vibrant ingredients to fuel you up and help keep you healthy....

What are the signs low-grade, chronic inflammation? Turns out there’s not a clear-cut checklist, and the reason stems from early symptoms being subtle, vague and often something you could attribute to a variety of causes. Yet, it’s important to be aware of potential signs so that initial chronic inflammation doesn’t stick around to push the body towards a more serious health issue. Here are nine sneaky signs that you may have inflammation—plus, what to do about it....

woman looking in fridge Credit: GETTY / Grace Cary woman looking in fridge Credit: GETTY / Grace Cary woman looking in fridge Credit: GETTY / Grace Cary woman looking in fridge Credit: GETTY / Grace Cary Stress is the body’s response to a trigger, or stressor, that sets off a physiological response. You know the feeling—your heart starts to beat faster and you feel anxious. This response is actually a good thing, at least in the short-term....

A pregnant woman eating while sitting on a couch Credit: Getty Images / Oscar Wong A pregnant woman eating while sitting on a couch Credit: Getty Images / Oscar Wong A pregnant woman eating while sitting on a couch Credit: Getty Images / Oscar Wong A pregnant woman eating while sitting on a couch Credit: Getty Images / Oscar Wong Type 2 diabetes may not spread like COVID-19, but the number of people whose health has been compromised by this endocrine disorder continues to rise in what health experts say are pandemic-like proportions....

Ina Garten on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / NBC / ulimi Ina Garten on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / NBC / ulimi Ina Garten on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / NBC / ulimi Ina Garten on a designed background Credit: Getty Images / NBC / ulimi No one whips up holiday menus like Ina Garten—whether it’s a decadent Thanksgiving or a simple Labor Day cookout, she always knows exactly what flavors are best suited for any celebration....

Lebanese Stuffed Cabbage Rolls Credit: Jacob Fox Pictured Recipe: Lebanese Stuffed Cabbage Rolls with Beef Growing up in a Lebanese American family, my home was always filled with delicious smells and tastes. And when our large family gathered, not only were we so excited to see people, but we were excited to eat together. In a Lebanese home, the eating starts well before everyone is seated at the table—it starts when the cooking starts....