While saying the word McDonald’s in the fitness world sometimes feels like saying an expletive in front of a priest, the truth of the matter is, there are times when you don’t have other options. Sometimes you’re in a bind! Whether you’re on a road trip and there aren’t rest stops for hundreds of miles…
You buy an enormous bag of greens with the best intentions of making a nutritious smoothie every morning, but by day two, the fire under your smoothie obsession starts to fizzle out. And when you finally go to pull out that container a few days later, your heart sinks a little when you find yet…
Nothing seems more wholesome than a stack of buttermilk pancakes dripping with real maple syrup. The purpose of buttermilk is to add an airiness to baked goods, which is why you adore your fluffy stack of flapjacks so much. The acidity in the buttermilk reacts with the baking soda and just like your middle school…
Who said comfort food couldn’t be good for you? This oh-so-creamy, warm, and delicious homemade dish is like a combination of mac and cheese and pesto pasta. But it’s much healthier. This recipe is made without an ounce of milk or cheese. The creaminess comes from fiber-rich avocado, which is also an excellent source of…
If you love the texture of tater tots but are trying to cut back on calories and fat, these broccoli tots need to make their way onto your table. This quick and simple recipe comes together in 25 minutes and will curb those fried-potato cravings with a much lighter bite that’s lower in carbs, calories,…
Often, the best superfoods aren’t the obscure ones that cost an arm and a leg. They are those good-for-you standbys already sitting in the produce aisle. And while they may not be trendy, they are always in style. Take broccoli: it’s loaded with essential vitamins, fiber, protein, omega-3s, and potassium. Adding to this stunning nutritional…
This was a recipe born out of necessity – I was hosting a dinner for friends and had created a beautiful spread, which included an arugula and prosciutto salad topped with walnuts, blue cheese crumbles, and grapefruit segments – but no dressing. After tearing through my fridge and coming to the sad conclusion that I…
We love probiotics. They’re great for your gut and can ease digestive woes, can strengthen your immune system, and have even been linked to the inhibition of tumor growth. That said, one of our favorite healthy food trends right now is the liquid iteration of these healthy bacteria strains: probiotic drinks. And while kombucha has…
If you think you hate cauliflower, it’s time to see the light. The white, neutral-tasting vegetable is packed with nutrients (like cancer-fighting antioxidants, anti-inflammatory vitamins, and digestion-relieving fiber) while being low in calories to help you with your weight-loss goals. In short, you need these flowery florets in your life. Here are 10 delicious preparations…
Warmer weather can be great during the day, but when nighttime comes around, seasonal shifts like high pollen counts, stuffy nights, and active evenings can mess with our sleep routine. To make sure you get the right amount of sleep as hot weather nears, read these tips.
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