When a chocolate craving hits, it’s a call that should never go unanswered. But that doesn’t mean you need to rush to the candy aisle to get your fix. Besides tasting deceptively like dessert, these smoothies are creamy, full of protein, and chock-full of antioxidants – basically, health food that tastes just like your favorite…
Lunar New Year is arguably one of the most important celebrations on the Chinese calendar. The two-week festival, which begins today, is steeped in tradition, and like many holidays, much of it centers around bringing people together through food – dumplings, turnip cakes, and Buddha’s Delight are all favorites during this time, and depending on…
It’s called Fat Tuesday for a reason; Mardi Gras celebrations are known for being over-the-top indulgent, but if that’s not your style, not to worry – you can still enjoy all the flavors of New Orleans without all the calories. In honor of Tuesday’s celebration, we’ve put together a menu of healthier versions of classic…
We might not be able to make it to Greece or Southern Italy any time soon, but we can bring the cuisine to us by celebrating the Mediterranean diet in our own kitchens. The healthy benefits of the Mediterranean diet are touted by numerous studies, and for good reason: it promotes heart health, good vision,…
Who wouldn’t appreciate a little edible treat on Valentine’s Day? Although you could buy a box of chocolates or take your loved one out for wine and dessert, it’ll mean so much more if you make them something from scratch. And they’ll especially appreciate that this recipe is low in calories – just 100 calories…
Chocolate doesn’t have to be a guilty pleasure. In fact, it can be downright good for you! This Valentine’s Day, enjoy the decadence without guilt; check out these recipes that will satisfy chocolate cravings without the added calories.
– Additional reporting by Brinton Parker
Source: Pop Sugar
They had no idea. I baked a batch of this delicious just-like-Gramma’s cornbread, and they really had no clue. I mean, it’s so fluffy, moist, and subtly sweet, how could they guess it was made without butter, buttermilk, or white sugar? Subbing maple syrup for the white stuff lends a subtly sweet, warm flavor, which…
Celebrate February’s day of love with a sweet brunch idea that will satisfy your need for chocolate-covered strawberries. Aside from being low in calories – under 260 – these adorable heart-shaped flapjacks are made with protein powder. The pancakes are also topped with a Greek yogurt sauce so the protein punch (almost 20 grams) will…
A comforting bowl of spaghetti bolognese is often what’s needed on a chilly Winter day (or any day, really). Loading up on beef, however, can leave you feeling heavy and tired. Solve this problem – and cut back on calories, fat, and cholesterol – with this recipe for vegan bolognese. We made a batch of…
Chia seeds can go into so many different recipes, but chia pudding is arguably one of the most delicious and foolproof ways to turn a healthy, nutrient-rich superfood into a treat. The little seeds are full of fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids. With mere minutes of prepwork and a little chill time in the…
