Bread can absolutely be a part of a healthy dietand some are better for you than others. Whole grainsdeliver fiber and beneficial vitamins and minerals. To that end, I’m sharing some of my favorite healthy breads. Hopefully, this list will reduce your chances of being overwhelmed in the bread aisle. Sprouted-Grain Bread I always have sprouted-grain bread in my freezer. It’s made from whole grains, so there’s fiber and protein to help keep you full....

How bad is Red 40 and more synthetic dyes? Americans are now eating five times as much food dye as we did in 1955. (These children had not been diagnosed with ADD or ADHD.) Preliminary evidence suggests that many children have a slight sensitivity to food dyes-and a smaller percentage are very sensitive. Even so, says Schab, this isn’t the most compelling reason to give up food dyes. Bottom Line:If you’re concerned, ditch the potentially dangerous synthetic dyes....

The combination of cherries, chocolate and peanut butter means this shake is anything but boring. (Ill usually opt to sleep in one morning and call that my rest day.) Most days, thats a smoothie or shake that I can quickly throw together before work. Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower ), I knew I had to make it. And once I made it, I loved it so much that its become a regular in my rotation....

Its a quick dinner that can be made in just 15 minutes. Heres why I love this high-protein recipe. I typically have cannellini beans on hand, but navy or great northern would work as well. Be sure to rinse your canned beans before using them to remove any excess sodium. And verify to pat the beans dry so you dont introduce any excess moisture to the mixture. If your mixture is looking a little wet, you could add more breadcrumbs....

Recipe photo: Greg Dupree. A quick search on the web led me toEatingWell’s recipe forFreezer Bean & Cheese Burritos. And they have, in no uncertain terms, changed my life. Photo:Recipe photo: Greg Dupree. EatingWell design. (Hello, swimming lessons chaos!) Theyre satisfying, budget-friendly and packed with protein and fiber. Theyre also endlessly customizable. So when I say thatanyonewould benefit from adding these to their meal-prep rotation, I speak from experience. The recipe is fast, easy and made with ingredients I always keep on hand....

My daughter loves it too! My teenage daughter and I are salad people. That’s a lot to ask of a relatively simple dish made mostly of lettuce. Photo: Recipe photo: Jason Donnelly. EatingWell design. But thisChopped Power Salad with Chickenhits all the marks. as well as some fiber, potassium and vitamin A. As a bonus, this veggie-packed salad contains antioxidant-rich produce likespinachand tomatoes, both of which haveanti-inflammatory benefits. Salmagundi was an elaborate salad, arranged artfully and served as a main course....

Think of the duo as your fact-checking BFFs. “There’s actually research on that specific thing,” replies Gordon. “And we’re totally going to [bleep]ing talk about it.” “As a gay man who researches this issue, I am very familiar with this format.” Both started their careers in the nonprofit sector. Gordon was a community organizer focusing on LGBTQ+ rights, while Hobbes worked in international development. That sense of mission led them into reporting....

These hearty oatmeal cookies are equally great for on-the-go snacking or gifting. Are there ways to sneak in a bit of protein? What about healthy fats? Photo:Sonia Bozzo And whats something delicious I can make that, for the most part, uses whole and simple ingredients? GartensRaisin Pecan Oatmeal Cookiesseemed like a blissful blend of the kinds of things my family loves in a cookie. Theyre also easy to make. Sonia Bozzo...

Had your fill of toast that barely takes the edge off your hunger? Say hello to our delicious and nutritious cottage cheese toast! This toast, made with whole-grain bread and topped with creamy cottage cheese, is just the beginning. Photo:Ali Redmond No matter which version you choose, satisfaction is guaranteed. Ali Redmond Here’s how we made these recipes diabetes-friendly 1. We used whole-grain bread as the base. Ali Redmond This is mostly because of soluble fiber, which helps slow digestion and glucose absorption....

Migraines can be debilitating, but these inflammation-fighting lifestyle changes could help. Anyone who has experienced a migraine knows that its no ordinary headache. Migraines are more than just headachesthey can cause severe pain, nausea, light sensitivity and even vision disturbances. Photo: Adobe Stock / kegfire These small changes can help your body stick to its natural sleep-wake cycle. Also, eating meals at regular times each day provides the body consistency as well....

Back then, getting that little digest-size magazine in my mailbox was the highlight of my week. Part of the fun was trying the new monthly and seasonal recipes. But these muffins quickly became a mainstay. Photo:Ana Cadena But I never had any luck. My search intrigued her, and she began asking me about the recipe. (I should note that I just met her in the library that day.) Ana Cadena...

Age-related macular degeneration is one of the top causes of vision loss. Recipe photo: Ali Redmond. They published their findings inNutrients.Heres what they found. Photo:Recipe photo: Ali Redmond. EatingWell design. How Was This Study Conducted? This was a systematic review and meta-analysis of observational studies. Observational studies are those in which researchers simply observe associations between factorslike diet and diseases. In other words, they dont randomly split participants up into groups, and theres no control group involved....

What foods come to mind when you think of the Mediterranean diet? Greek salad, perhaps? Italian pasta with lots of olive oil or a delicious Spanish paella? Aubrie Pick (portrait); Ali Redmond (food photography, prop & food styling); What about freekeh, okra or pomegranates? We’re calling itThe New Mediterranean Diet. With delicious recipes and insightful nutrition stories, we’re celebrating the health and wellness of all cultures. Aubrie Pick Want to try out thenewMediterranean diet?...