Recipe photo: Robby Lozano. ALA has important benefits of its own, too. Here are a few simple ways to get more fiber into your meals and snacks. Photo:Recipe photo: Robby Lozano. EatingWell design. Be sure tograb the recipeand give this underrated breakfast a try! Have extra chia seeds? Check out our collection of otherHealthy Chia Seed Recipes. U.S. Department of Agriculture. FoodData Central.Seeds, chia seeds, dried. 2019;25(1):11-11. doi:https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules25010011. 2015;59:54-66. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plipres.2015.04.002....

Is it in your refrigerator? We are a veggie-loving house. The humble head of cabbage has so many great qualities. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayliss Plus, it can last a really long time in the fridge. I sometimes prep veggies over the weekend so we can quickly make salads at lunchtime. Cabbage has also replaced lettuce on most of ourtaconights. While raw cabbage is delicious, I may like it even more cooked, especially roasted....

Youll sleep better too! Nobodywantsto talk about constipation. But it happensa lot. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Its so common, in fact, that roughly 15% of Americans struggle with chronic constipation. And one hidden offender is alcohol. When its suppressed, you have to urinate more often, which can ultimately lead to mild dehydration. Alcohol can dehydrate you, making it harder for your stool to move through the colon. How, exactly, does it happen?...

Need some help balancing blood sugar levels? Snack on more of these nuts, which are full of healthy fat. Managing blood sugar is beneficial for everyone since doing so helps maintain more stable energy levels throughout the day. Photo:Victor Protasio But which nut is best? Well, the best nut for you is the one you like and want to eat regularly. If youre open to suggestions, our dietitians have some great insight....

Nuts pack fiber and antioxidants that promote a healthy microbiome. But, when it comes to building a gut-healthy diet, this is the nut to stock up on. When it comes to nurturing our gut health, the food choices we make can significantly impact our microbiome. Photo:Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Among the various options available, nuts stand out as a particularly beneficial choice....

Who knew Meatless Mondays can help us age more gracefully? Recipe photo: Ali Redmond. Living a healthy and long life is a goal you might have. Photo:Recipe photo: Ali Redmond. EatingWell design. And while there are some factors you cant control, there are some you could. This index has been developed and validated using 10 attributes that reflect and are associated with the aging process. In this article, dietitians explain how plant-based protein is linked to a longer, healthier life....

Hint: Its found in a bunch of foods you may already be eating! There are healthier ways to accomplish weight loss besides taking this drug. “Ozempic seems to be all the rage right now. Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle “For those that have a medical need, it can really help them. And in September 2023, theFDA added another possible side effectof Ozempic: ileus....

This nutrient is a hero when it comes to heart health. Your body gets cholesterol intwo ways: from your liver and from your diet. Our top pick forthe No. Antonis Achilleos 1 nutrient to reduce cholesterol is soluble fiber. Insoluble fiber moves more quickly through the digestive tract, adding bulk to stool to help preventconstipation. Eating both types of health-promoting fiber is vital for a healthy eating pattern. Heres how soluble fiber shines bright with its cholesterol-lowering effects....

Adding more of this nutrient benefits body weight, blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Do you know what it is? Jacob Fox Have you been told you have metabolic syndrome? Photo:Jacob Fox The silver lining is that metabolic syndrome is not a permanent diagnosis. Well dive into what metabolic syndrome is, reveal the No. What Is Metabolic Syndrome? Now, its time for action. The good news is that metabolic syndrome can be managed, and its conditions can even be reversed....

Get ready for a surprise because its not vitamin A! So, maintaining healthy eyesight is a critical component of our overall well-being and quality of life. However, caring for vision requires more than just regular eye exams. Photo:Jacob Fox. EatingWell design. It also involves lifestyle choices, including the foods we eat. Research has found that certain nutrients can have a powerful impact on visual health. And one of the most important is lutein....

These humble nuts are a tasty way to keep your cholesterol in check! But theres one protein that stands out as a true cholesterol-lowering powerhouse, and thats the humble walnut. But why is it so important to maintain healthycholesterollevels in the first place? Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. So, what makes walnuts such a noteworthy addition to a cholesterol-lowering diet? As it turns out, its not one or two nutrients, says Bazilian....

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Heres how to fix it. Luka Kotnik/Getty Images Many of us can appreciate the ease of cooking withnonstick pans. Photo:Luka Kotnik/Getty Images Quoc Le, Ph.D. in food science and M.S. Lecithin contains both water-loving and oil-loving parts to the molecule. This build-up becomes increasingly difficult to remove as the protein is heated and denatures, Quoc Le warns. Amazon Because of that, youre likely left scrubbing your pan for agesundoubtedly damaging the coating....

An unassuming plant-based snack at Trader Joe’s has about 130% of your daily vitamin B12 needs. What Is Vitamin B12? Vitamin B12is important for numerous bodily functions, including DNA synthesis, nerve function and blood cell formation. Photo:Getty Images It accumulates and is stored in the animal muscle or secreted into milk. However, water-based animals are slightly different. How Much Vitamin B12 Do You Need? Vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal foods like meat, seafood, dairy and cheese....