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a box from Thrive Market with olive oil, coffee drinks and other products Credit: Courtesy Thrive Market a box from Thrive Market with olive oil, coffee drinks and other products Credit: Courtesy Thrive Market a box from Thrive Market with olive oil, coffee drinks and other products Credit: Courtesy Thrive Market a box from Thrive Market with olive oil, coffee drinks and other products Credit: Courtesy Thrive Market I’m usually all about shopping local, and in ordinary times I actually enjoy running around to different stores to find whatever ingredients I need to make my meals....

Eggplant Credit: Helen Norman Eggplant is a workhorse in the kitchen. The glossy nightshade can be used in a range of delicious recipes, from curry to casseroles. But, like any produce, eggplant can go bad easily, especially when it’s not stored properly (learn how to store eggplant here). Luckily, you can learn how to tell if eggplant is bad with these three simple indicators—here’s what to check. Color The color of the eggplant is important on both the inside and outside....

Le Creuset’s herb pots Le Creuset | Credit: Le Creuset This is Obsessed: my weekly column devoted to sharing all the things I’m loving right now—from unique food and gift ideas to travel destinations and beauty products—plus some tips and tricks for living your best life. I’m a huge fan of Le Creuset cookware. It’s beautiful and heirloom-quality, but not terribly high-maintenance: It can withstand high temperatures on the stove and in the oven, resists scratches from metal tools and can even be tossed in the dishwasher....

mapo tofu mapo tofu mapo tofu mapo tofu 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. Going plant-based has become more and more popular, from Meatless Mondays to full on veganism. In many ways, the hype aroud eating a veggie-forward “flexitarian” diet is warranted....

Front entrance of a Costco store Credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Front entrance of a Costco store Credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Front entrance of a Costco store Credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images Front entrance of a Costco store Credit: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images I’ve heard about how great Costco is for (basically) my entire life. My best friend’s mom always had the best cheese sticks from Costco when we were kids, and several of my friends who grew up shopping there now have memberships of their own....

beet salad Featured Recipe: Roasted Beet Salad Beets boast a range of health benefits, and there’s a variety of ways to enjoy them. With only 58 calories in a cup, beets are chock-full of folate, fiber and potassium. One cup delivers 4 grams of fiber, mostly the insoluble type that keeps things moving in your digestive system. Here, all the healthy reasons to make sure you save space on your plate for this ruby-red root veg (learn all about how to cook beets here)....

pan of chicken and containers of veggies, grains and sauces - all prepped pan of chicken and containers of veggies, grains and sauces - all prepped pan of chicken and containers of veggies, grains and sauces - all prepped pan of chicken and containers of veggies, grains and sauces - all prepped Meal prepping your meals or even part of your meals ahead of time has become increasingly popular as a strategy to save money and time and make it easier to stick to a healthy diet....

There are many indicators of health, and weight is just one of them. That said, weight loss is a popular goal for many people trying to improve their health. There are several benefits associated with losing a few pounds through healthy methods, like better blood sugar control, healthier blood pressure and lower chronic disease risk. And even though you’ve probably heard that good nutrition and physical activity can lead to weight loss, it’s easier said than done....

Walnut Pesto Pasta Salad Walnut Pesto Pasta Salad Walnut Pesto Pasta Salad Walnut Pesto Pasta Salad Pictured recipe: Walnut Pesto Pasta Salad Figuring out your life expectancy may sound like the premise of a sci-fi movie or two, but new research is making it easier to quantify the impact your diet has on your lifespan. A new article in PLOS Medicine found that people who make sustained changes to their diet can add up to 13 years to their life, depending on when they make those changes....

woman taking a blood glucose measurement Credit: Getty Images / hsyncoban ` just tell me what to eat logo View Series 7-Day No-Sugar Meal Plan to Have More Energy Just Tell Me What to Eat 7-Day Budget-Friendly Dinner Plan for Diabetes 7-Day Diabetes-Friendly Dinner Plan the Whole Family Will Love woman taking a blood glucose measurement Credit: Getty Images / hsyncoban woman taking a blood glucose measurement Credit: Getty Images / hsyncoban...

Baked Tomato & Feta Pasta Credit: Jason Donnelly Pictured recipe: Baked Tomato & Feta Pasta We’ve been mesmerized by all the ways you can customize feta pasta since the original TikTok recipe went viral last year. Lizzo let us all in on her delish dairy-free twist, Yumna Jawad of Feel Good Foodie subbed in fresh strawberries for tomatoes and the recipe’s original creator spun it into a cheesy asparagus dish for spring....

As important as it is to get in those five daily servings of fruits and veggies (well, most of the time), we also think it’s worthwhile to enjoy life’s little pleasures and that certainly includes chocolate. And if you’re going to eat it, you might as well splurge a little and get the good stuff, which means dark chocolate. (Which is legitimately a healthy choice!) But if you’re like us, you’re often very overwhelmed by the chocolate section at your local grocery store....

Hundreds of nutritious fruits, vegetables and grains are indigenous to the African continent, where the cuisines of each country and region are as diverse as the crops that grow there. Our series, African Heritage Diet as Medicine: How Black Food Can Heal the Community, explores the African Heritage Diet and highlights some of the most nutrient-dense foods found on the African continent and treasured by the diaspora. This dietary pattern—introduced by Oldways—promotes health outcomes associated with longevity and increased vitality and features foods that are most likely to be available worldwide....

raspberry and lime fish tacos Credit: Photographer: Adam Albright, Stylists: Jennifer Peterson & Tari Colby raspberry and lime fish tacos Credit: Photographer: Adam Albright, Stylists: Jennifer Peterson & Tari Colby raspberry and lime fish tacos Credit: Photographer: Adam Albright, Stylists: Jennifer Peterson & Tari Colby raspberry and lime fish tacos Credit: Photographer: Adam Albright, Stylists: Jennifer Peterson & Tari Colby What comes to your mind first when you hear “kid’s meal” or a “kid-friendly recipe”?...

News View Series 8 Healthy Products to Find at Trader Joe's in February Over 400 Types of Ready-to-Eat Salad & Sandwich Products Recalled Due to Possible Listeria Contamination Padma Lakshmi Just Made This Coconut-Braised Cabbage That's Perfect for Chilly Nights Are Erewhon Smoothies Healthy & Are They Worth the $20 Price Tag? The COVID-19 pandemic has shifted the way many of us shop and more people are turning to online delivery to avoid crowded grocery stores....

Being that your blender has been there for you through every smoothie, sauce, hummus and margarita craving you’ve had over the years, it’s easy to assume this uber-versatile kitchen appliance is practically invincible. Sure, expanding on how you make use of your blender can lead to some pretty delicious dishes (and, ahem, cocktails), but it’s also important to take note of what blenders aren’t built for—otherwise, you run the risk of messing up your food, and also the blender itself....

` just tell me what to eat logo View Series 7-Day No-Sugar Meal Plan to Have More Energy Just Tell Me What to Eat 7-Day Budget-Friendly Dinner Plan for Diabetes 7-Day Diabetes-Friendly Dinner Plan the Whole Family Will Love Meal planning is more than just picking out recipes. It’s also about smartly stocking your fridge, freezer and pantry. And if you have diabetes, planning is a key strategy in managing your blood sugar....

One of the best ways to eat a healthier diet is to eat more fruits and vegetables. And one of the worst things about buying fresh fruits and vegetables is watching them go bad in your produce drawer and throwing them away (find out 10 tips to reduce food waste). No one wants to throw their food and money in the garbage. One way to help ensure you’re eating your produce is to make a plan....

A portrait of an older woman and young child on a designed background A childhood photo of the author, Andrea Strong, with her grandmother. | Credit: Andrea Strong When I walk into her apartment, it’s dark. The only light coming in is from the sun filtering through the tall, dusty kitchen window behind her. She is smaller than the last time I saw her, or maybe it just seems that way because she’s hunched over a cutting board....

Thinking of going gluten-free? It can be hard to know what a gluten-free diet is and how to get started. Navigating stores and restaurants to find gluten-free food options may also be challenging at times. This gluten-free food list can help you know what to look for, such as how to choose grains and other foods that may contain gluten. Currently, using a “gluten-free” label is optional on food products sold in the U....