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. Believe it or not, the holiday season is here. Many of us are trying to make the holidays extra special this year, but may have a more limited budget in the wake of 2020....
Braised Brisket with Fennel & Onions By Andrew Zimmern Braised brisket is one of the first dishes Andrew Zimmern helped his grandmother make and a staple at his family's holiday table for generations. | Credit: Madeleine Hill Braised Brisket with Fennel & Onions By Andrew Zimmern Braised brisket is one of the first dishes Andrew Zimmern helped his grandmother make and a staple at his family's holiday table for generations....
Few things save a person more time and energy in the kitchen than making their trusty slow cooker a series regular during meal prep. Just pop a handful of ingredients into the pot at the start of your day and poof—you’ve got a delicious dinner ready for you once you’re off the clock. Piece of cake. The cleanup afterward, though? Not so much. Enter single-use slow-cooker liners, which slash the grind of post-meal scrubbing and stain removal from your to-do list....
On This Page 1. Baked Sweet Potato with Peanut Butter and Sliced Apples or Raisins <strong>2. Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds and Berries</strong> 3. Lentil Breakfast Bowl 4. Quinoa Breakfast Bowl 5. Savory Oatmeal Bowl 6. Kefir Smoothie 7. Avocado Toast 8. Tofu Scramble 9. Greek Yogurt Parfait 10. Whole-Grain Waffles (or Pancakes) with Fruit and Greek Yogurt The Bottom Line The old saying that breakfast is the most important meal of the day is often debated by health experts, but research supports eating a well-balanced breakfast....
Broccoli Rabe vs Broccolini Credit: Getty Images If you get broccoli rabe and broccolini mixed up, you are not alone. While they look similar, they are not the same vegetable. But people get the two mixed up all the time—for good reason. While broccolini sounds Italian, it’s actually rooted in Chinese cuisine. And while broccoli rabe is common on Italian dinner tables, it’s often confused with Chinese broccoli—which is more closely related to broccolini....
illustration of a heart and no salt Credit: Getty Images illustration of a heart and no salt Credit: Getty Images illustration of a heart and no salt Credit: Getty Images illustration of a heart and no salt Credit: Getty Images True, too much sodium—which the American Heart Association defines as more than 2,300 milligrams (about 1 teaspoon of salt) or 1,500 milligrams if you have high blood pressure—can impact your health in many ways....
Of course, just like cow’s milk and other alternative milks, almond milk does go bad, which is why it’s essential to understand its shelf life and the best way to store it. Read on for everything you need to know. How to store unopened almond milk The best way to store unopened almond milk depends on the almond milk and where it comes from. If you are lucky enough to have a local purveyor making fresh almond milk, store it in the refrigerator....
Pictured: Super-Seed Snack Bars Road tripping is a great way to explore the attractions that are a little closer to home, which can make it really special. When you are on the road, it doesn’t have to mean fast food drive-thrus and chips. These healthy road trip snacks will keep you fueled throughout your trip so you are ready to take in the sights when you arrive. When packing snacks, it is important to think of foods with staying power....
Woman standing in front of open refrigerator Credit: GETTY / AJ_Watt Woman standing in front of open refrigerator Credit: GETTY / AJ_Watt Woman standing in front of open refrigerator Credit: GETTY / AJ_Watt Woman standing in front of open refrigerator Credit: GETTY / AJ_Watt You had a bad day, so you head to the freezer, grab ice cream, move to the couch and dig right in. You don’t feel physically hungry, but eating ice cream is comforting....
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ina garten Getty Images | Credit: Getty Images ina garten Getty Images | Credit: Getty Images ina garten Getty Images | Credit: Getty Images ina garten Getty Images | Credit: Getty Images | Credit: Getty Images We are here for the lower-fuss, relatable and totally lovable Ina Garten that has graced us since the oversized cosmo incident—and brightened our lives many times since. No longer insistent on using “good vanilla” or exclusive boutique ingredients sourced from her local Hamptons retailers, she’s let her hair down and seems to be embracing a more cozy, “you do you” vibe....
Eggs are an ever-popular grocery item. They cook quickly, can be used in everything from breakfast to baked goods and they’re high in protein, with 6 grams per one large egg. We all know to lift the lid when choosing a carton at the store to check for broken eggs. But what if the egg is still intact with a small crack in the shell? Is it still safe to eat?...
MCL_grapefruit_and_grapefruit_juice_101373140_Marty_Baldwin.jpg Steer clear of drug interactions with grapefruit by checking the list of additional medications that raise interaction risk. A juicy grapefruit is both refreshing and healthy, but if you’re taking certain prescription medications, think twice before digging into one. A new study in the Canadian Medical Association Journal reveals 43-plus drugs are risky when taken within 72 hours of eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice-causing reactions ranging from fainting to sudden death....
Popcorn and pretzels-these are two salty snacks people often reach for if they’re looking for lower-calorie options or just seeking out healthy snack ideas. And with thousands of snacks to choose from, it’s hard to know what snack food is the best pick. We put these two popular snacks head-to-head to find out: this or that? Is it popcorn or pretzels you should reach for in the snacks aisle? The Winner: Popcorn!...
pregnancy_diet_310_0.jpg Steps for a healthy pregnancy. You’re having a baby! Already, things are starting to feel a little out of your control: one minute you’re glowing and the next you’re nauseated. Half an hour later, you’re hit with a sudden undeniable craving for mango. Of course, in the midst of all this, you want to nourish your growing baby with all the nutrients it needs, and you’re hungry for information on the best way to do that....
a woman showing where on her arm she received her flu shot vaccine Credit: Getty Images a woman showing where on her arm she received her flu shot vaccine Credit: Getty Images a woman showing where on her arm she received her flu shot vaccine Credit: Getty Images a woman showing where on her arm she received her flu shot vaccine Credit: Getty Images About 36 million Americans per year come down with the regular seasonal flu, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates....
While most of us aren’t lucky enough to spend our summer soaking up the sun on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, we can at least eat like we do, thanks to this 30-day low-carb Mediterranean meal plan—and enjoy the health benefits of doing so. Though the Mediterranean diet works well in all seasons, it’s particularly delicious and fun to follow during the warmer months when fresh, seasonal produce—a staple of the diet—is so plentiful....
plate of food on a designed background Credit: Getty Images plate of food on a designed background Credit: Getty Images plate of food on a designed background Credit: Getty Images plate of food on a designed background Credit: Getty Images More than 25 million Americans age 40 and above are affected by cataracts, glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration—the three most common eye diseases. And the vast majority of us will develop one or more of them later in our lives....
shallots face mask and spirulina smoothie on a designed background Credit: Getty Images If you’re one of the 19.2 million Americans who experience hay fever each year, you know how symptoms like a runny nose and dry, itchy eyes can make for weeks (or even months) of misery. Many people with seasonal allergies point to pollen as their top trigger, and grass pollen levels are about to hit their peak in much of the country....
Chocolate-Covered Prosecco Strawberries 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. Like a lot of things, your Valentine’s Day might look a little different than others this year. This year, I am craving low-maintenance. My boyfriend and I will be hunkered down with a nice bottle of wine and lots of homemade treats that will be enjoyed in sweatpants....
