Foods That Do the Weight-Loss Work for You

Trying to lose some weight? These six high-fiber foods help keep you feeling full and satisfied. Here’s the science behind them, plus simple ways to add them to your meals. And be sure to drink plenty of water to help prevent all that fiber from backing you up. Consuming whole-grainfiber has been linked toa lower risk of diabetes, heart disease and even some cancers. Sneak it in:Whole-wheat pasta has a heartier flavor than regular....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 251 words · Kelly Singleton

Foods to Lose Belly Fat

Some of the tastiest foods are also the best for your waistline. Wanting a smaller waist and flatter belly isn’t all about looking good in your jeans. There is no true magic bullet when it comes to belly fat. But research shows filling your plate with foods that fight abdominal fat-as part of an overall healthy diet-can help. Here’s what to dig into to help beat belly fat. Read More:How to Lose Belly Fat Fast...

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 218 words · Eric Taylor

For Lunar New Year, Golden Citrus Fruits Bring Blessings and Luck

I also tuck in a red “lucky-money” envelopemore about this in a sec. The shape of the orange fruit is also important. Who wouldn’t want such auspicious citrus on hand at all times? Grace Young’s citrus fruit display for the New Year includes tangerines, oranges, pomelo, a red money envelope and a golden ingot.Photo: Grace Young The pomelo, a large, domed yellow fruit, is considered especially powerful. This year, the Year of the Ox, I bought my beautiful envelopes from Grand Tea & Imports....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 84 words · Christopher Wilkerson DDS

Former Keto Influencer Explains: "I Quit the Keto Diet—Here's Why"

I wish I had learned what I know now 20 years ago. Theketogenic dietaka the keto dietis one of the most popular eating patterns around. But that doesn’t mean it’s the best option for everyone. Source Imagery: Getty Images. Collage: Cassie Basford. Once a leader in the online keto community,Janelle Rohnerhas since transitioned to an unlimited eating pattern. So what caused this shift? Here’s what she had to say about her journey....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 383 words · David Goodwin III

French Onion Cabbage Soup

This version swaps out some of the onion for caramelized cabbage. French Onion Cabbage Souptakes a classic to a whole new level. Toasty whole-wheat baguette croutons and ooey-gooey Gruyere cheese provide the perfect topping for this rich, brothy soup. Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood, Food Stylist: Sally McKay Keep reading for our expert tips, including why you should cook the cabbage and onion in two batches. Transfer the mixture to a medium heatproof bowl; set aside, uncovered....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 189 words · Shane Rodriguez

French Onion Dip Chicken & Rice Casserole

Coat an 8-inch square (2-quart) baking dish with cooking spray; set aside. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onions; cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent and starting to brown, about 20 minutes. Photo: Greg Dupree Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, about 1 minute. Fold in chicken, rice and the cooked onions. Spoon the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with crushed potato chips and cover with foil....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 127 words · Sydney Yang

French Onion-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash

Place squash cut-side down in a microwave-safe dish and add 1/4 cup water. Microwave, uncovered, on High until the flesh is tender, 10 to 12 minutes. (Alternatively, place squash halves cut-side down on a rimmed baking sheet. Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman Bake in a 400F oven until tender, 40 to 50 minutes. )When cool enough to handle, scrape the squash from the shells into a large bowl....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 240 words · Lisa Morgan

French Ratatouille

We brighten up the flavor at the end with a splash of red-wine vinegar. Add onion, bell pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Remove the pan from the heat. (They will overlap quite a bit.) If you have extra vegetable slices, save them for another use. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil and sprinkle with pepper and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Place the pan in the oven and bake until the vegetables are tender, about 1 hour....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Sean Reed

Fresh Apple Squares

Coat a 9-inch-square baking pan with cooking spray. Work in oil and apple juice concentrate with your fingers until coarse crumbs form. Firmly press 2 cups of the oat mixture into the prepared pan. Arrange apples over the crust in three rows. Mix walnuts into the remaining oat mixture. Sprinkle the walnut mixture evenly over the apples and pat firmly into an even layer. Cool completely on a wire rack....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 92 words · Heather Robinson

Fresh Asparagus-Tomato Salad

Topped with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts, this tasty green salad is perfect for any barbeque or picnic. For vinaigrette, in a small screw-top jar combine vinegar, oil, honey, salt and pepper. Cover and shake well. Pour vinaigrette over greens mixture; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with cheese and nuts. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Christopher Arnold

Fresh Express & Publix Spinach Recalled in 7 States Due to Potential Listeria Contamination

Check your produce drawer stat! These were distributed to five statesAlabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Virginia. Publix spinach sold in 9-ounce bags are also part of the recall. Courtesy of Brand They have the same product code but have a use-by date of December 14. These were distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia. It can also trigger stillbirths and miscarriages among those who are pregnant....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 82 words · Kenneth Smith

Fresh Fruit Chutney

Chutney is a spicy-sweet-sour condiment made with fresh and dried fruit, sugar, vinegar and chiles. Try the combination of nectarines and dried cherries or blueberries and dried apricots or cherries and golden raisins. Serve alongside simple roasted meat or pan-seared tofu steaks. Add fresh fruit, dried fruit, sugar, vinegar, water, chiles and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring often. Reduce heat to maintain a lively simmer and cook until thickened, 30 to 40 minutes....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 268 words · Jennifer Marshall

Fresh Green Bean Casserole

A slimmed-down white sauce makes this creamy green bean casserole side dish recipe low fat. In a medium saucepan heat butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, dry dressing mix, salt and pepper until combined. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly; remove from heat. In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat. Remove 1/2 cup of the onion mixture; set aside. Add mushrooms to skillet and cook about 5 minutes or until tender....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Traci Potter