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One of the things diets excel at is setting up rules. They tell you exactly what to eat and what’s off-limits (looking at you, keto). Unfortunately, that’s also why people can only stick with them for a certain amount of time before jumping to the next trend. The flexitarian diet, however, skirts those expectations—and that’s why it works. First, what is it? “Flexitarian is the combination of two words: flexible and vegetarian,” says Dawn Jackson Blatner, RDN, CSSD, author of The Flexitarian Diet....

A fading brain with a blood pressure gauge coming out of it Credit: Getty Images / SCIEPRO / IPGGutenbergUKLtd A fading brain with a blood pressure gauge coming out of it Credit: Getty Images / SCIEPRO / IPGGutenbergUKLtd A fading brain with a blood pressure gauge coming out of it Credit: Getty Images / SCIEPRO / IPGGutenbergUKLtd A fading brain with a blood pressure gauge coming out of it...

martha stewart brunch spread Credit: Instagram / @marthastewart martha stewart brunch spread Credit: Instagram / @marthastewart martha stewart brunch spread Credit: Instagram / @marthastewart martha stewart brunch spread Credit: Instagram / @marthastewart During Labor Day weekend, Martha Stewart hosted a couple of guests for a beautiful and low-fuss, yet high-class brunch. One look at her overhead snap has us counting down the hours until we can recreate it on Saturday…...

Andrea Nguyen family cookbook Credit: Andrea Nguyen / design by Evan de Normandie If you had to suddenly leave your home, knowing that you’d never ever return, what would you take with you? In April 1975, our family of seven fled Vietnam to escape communism. My father instructed us to each bring a change of clothing. That was it. My mother carried a tote bag containing precious items—family photos, some jewelry, packages of instant noodles, a couple of water bottles and a thin orange notebook of recipes....

a photo of Padma Lakshmi Credit: Michael Cohen/Getty Images a photo of Padma Lakshmi Credit: Michael Cohen/Getty Images a photo of Padma Lakshmi Credit: Michael Cohen/Getty Images a photo of Padma Lakshmi Credit: Michael Cohen/Getty Images Padma Lakshmi just hinted that she has another cookbook in the works, and to say we’re excited is an understatement. The Instagram reel, which has the fitting title “What an Afternoon of Recipe Testing for a New Cookbook Looks Like,” showcases the humorous reality of testing over a hundred recipes for her upcoming cookbook....

Turmeric may be the most widely known anti-inflammatory spice, but there are plenty of other spices that offer comparable benefits and deserve to share the spotlight. Research suggests these benefits largely stem from anti-inflammatory effects triggered by the biologically active compounds in spices. Research also suggests that overall spice intake—not just the consumption of one spice—is responsible for the powerful anti-inflammatory health effects seen in areas like India (read more on that here)....

Giada De Laurentiis next to an image of her Brussels Sprouts, Kale And Pomegranate Salad Credit: Giadzy, Getty Images / Alexander Tamargo Pictured recipe: Giada De Laurentiis’ Brussels Sprouts, Kale And Pomegranate Salad With months of seasonal sweets and rich dinners in the rearview mirror, we’re all trying to eat a little healthier in January. We have plenty of inspiration for ways you can refresh your kitchen routine in 2022—including healthy soups and new Aldi products you’ll want to try out....

recipe for a chicken broth recipe for a chicken broth recipe for a chicken broth recipe for a chicken broth If you’ve tried and failed to choose a healthy salad over a slice of pizza or bag of potato chips, try trading that salad for a bowl of soup instead. Researchers have found an astonishingly easy way to curb your high-calorie, low-nutrient food cravings: sip on a savory soup or broth....

heart shaped box of chocolates Credit: Jamie Grill/Getty Images heart shaped box of chocolates Credit: Jamie Grill/Getty Images heart shaped box of chocolates Credit: Jamie Grill/Getty Images heart shaped box of chocolates Credit: Jamie Grill/Getty Images Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and chances are you’ll be enjoying some heart-shaped candy on February 14. While we think Valentine’s Day is a great occasion to enjoy a special meal, a fancy bottle of wine and a festive treat, some goodies stack up better than others....

Illustrated alarm clock on zig zig arrow pointing downwards Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. Collage: Cassie Basford. Illustrated alarm clock on zig zig arrow pointing downwards Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. Collage: Cassie Basford. Illustrated alarm clock on zig zig arrow pointing downwards Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. Collage: Cassie Basford. Illustrated alarm clock on zig zig arrow pointing downwards Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. Collage: Cassie Basford. Commercials disrupt your video streaming to push fat-burning diet programs, while social media ads flood your news feeds with pills, powders and teas—promising split-second weight loss....

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a plate of Morgh-e Torsh The author learned to make chicken stews such as this morgh-e torsh when she visited Iran. | Credit: Eric Wolfinger If I didn’t look so much like my dad’s side of the family, I may have never visited Iran. My father grew up in Tehran but left decades ago, and has never returned. Growing up, my tenuous connection consisted mainly of hearing my father speak to relatives on the phone in the upward-arcing ­cadences of Farsi, and gathering with other Iranians each spring in the Philadelphia suburbs to celebrate the Persian New Year, Nowruz....

puppy peeking through a gate Credit: Wavetop/Getty Images puppy peeking through a gate Credit: Wavetop/Getty Images puppy peeking through a gate Credit: Wavetop/Getty Images puppy peeking through a gate Credit: Wavetop/Getty Images Between social distancing and quarantines, it’s safe to say this is a pretty isolating time in the world. While we can stay connected through social media, phone calls and video chatting, there’s nothing quite like the physical presence of someone—or something—you love....

Roasted Salmon with Smoky Chickpeas & Greens Roasted Salmon with Smoky Chickpeas & Greens Roasted Salmon with Smoky Chickpeas & Greens Roasted Salmon with Smoky Chickpeas & Greens Research suggests that following a low-calorie, low-carb diet can help you lose weight, which is why they’re all the craze at the moment. And while popular low-carb diets, like the ketogenic diet and Atkins diet call for super-low carb limits, you don’t actually need to go that low in order to lose the weight....

Padma Lakshmi on a designed background next two two pieces of Peanut Butter & Pomegranate Toast Credit: TED + CHELSEA CAVANAUGH, Getty Images / Eugene Gologursky Padma Lakshmi on a designed background next two two pieces of Peanut Butter & Pomegranate Toast Credit: TED + CHELSEA CAVANAUGH, Getty Images / Eugene Gologursky Padma Lakshmi on a designed background next two two pieces of Peanut Butter & Pomegranate Toast Credit: TED + CHELSEA CAVANAUGH, Getty Images / Eugene Gologursky...

Inflammation is inevitable. It’s the body’s natural way of defending against foreign invaders and helping us heal from injury, which is good—it’s when it goes into overdrive and turns into chronic inflammation that things can get hairy. “Chronic inflammation can interrupt and damage body cells. When body cells don’t function properly due to a repeated stressor, they are unable to protect against disease or can initiate changes in the body which can contribute to the development of a disease,” explains Andrea Conner, M....

At EatingWell, we’re big fans of meal prep, and we’re kind of pros at it. But one meal that we’ve never thought to prep ahead? Dessert. Thanks to registered dietitian Chelsey Amer (follow her on Instagram @chesleyamernutrition), we might just start prepping a few sweet treats to have at-the-ready. We think her idea takes the cake (pun intended); here’s why. Amer says that her favorite thing to meal-prep is dessert. What a revelation!...

8059139.jpg All the fresh summer produce that’s lining the aisles of my local grocery store and dotting farmers’ market has me so inspired. This weekend I’ll be stocking up during my shopping trip and leaning into those summer-y ingredients—think tomatoes, zucchini, greens and more—to make easy dinners all week long, ready in 30 minutes or less. Your Meal Plan Spinach & Artichoke-Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms While I’m very excited about Sunday’s Linguine with Lemon Alfredo Shrimp (I love pasta!...

A healthy eating pattern is one of the best ways to lead an overall healthy life, maintain a healthy weight and reduce risk for chronic disease. But what does that actually look like day-to-day? Healthy eating can take many shapes and forms, and can be achieved with foods from any type of cuisine. The key is moderation and variety. One food that gets an undeserved bad rap is carbohydrates. Carbs are crucial for a variety of bodily functions, and they are the type of fuel our brains prefer....

Credit: Aldi Look, I know it’s important to stay at home to practice social distancing and help stop the spread of the novel coronavirus—but, DANG, it can get boring. I’ve already burned through Netflix, read a couple books, bathed my dog, buzzed my husband’s hair, cooked nonstop and washed the dishes about 100 times. I want to have fun (remember fun?!), which is why I was so excited to see that Aldi came out with a bunch of things in their May “Aldi Finds” to make staying at home way more enjoyable—including hammocks, cornhole boards, inflatable lawn games and more....