The Nutrient Most People Skimp on During the Holidays That Can Actually Help Your Blood Sugar

One big change during this season? Your fiber intake may take a hit. Health Benefits of Fiber Dietary fiber offers many health benefits. Photo:Getty Images Fiber does some remarkable work for the body. Fiber acts as a broom sweeping through the system to help keep us regular and remove waste products. Check out our dietitian-approved tips for eating more of this important nutrient. 6 Ways to Eat More Fiber During the Holidays 1....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 300 words · James Nguyen

The One Ingredient You Didn't Know Your Aperol Spritz Was Missing

This briny kitchen staple will take your spritz to new heights. Like many people, I found myself becoming quite the cocktail connoisseur during the pandemic. Top with sparkling water and garnish. Photo: Getty Images / Elena Katkova

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 37 words · Logan Mcgrath

The One Thing You Shouldn’t Do When You’re Trying to Lose Weight, According to a Dietitian

The scale may be causing more harm than good. Losing weight and keeping it off can be tricky. After all, the numbers on the scale can reflect weight-loss success or failure. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Body weight can change weekly or even daily. That may not seem significant, but that small change can cause frustration. Many people on a weight-loss journeyincrease their protein intakeand strength training, which may result in gaining muscle....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 133 words · Jeffrey Flynn

The Only Avocado Toast Recipe You’ll Ever Need (+ Tips & Variations)

This is the easiest avocado toast recipe youll ever need. Memorize this recipe, then use it as a jumping-off point to customize your avocado toastthe variations are endless! Plus, get tips for how to choose a ripe avocado, the right bread to use and more. Ali Redmond The combination of creamy avocado and crunchy toast just cant be beat. Keep it plant-based or add more protein with toppings like smoked salmon or eggs....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 469 words · Jean Baldwin

The Only Basic Overnight Oats Recipe You'll Ever Need

A simple base for an easy breakfast, this recipe requires nothing more than stirring and sitting. Cover and refrigerate overnight; stir. Divide oat mixture between 2 bowls. Photo: Jennifer Causey Top with one the following topping combinations, if desired. 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 · 61 words · Justin Sharp

The Only Chicken Marinade Recipe You'll Ever Need

This big, bold and easy chicken marinade recipe was adapted from a local Vermont restaurant and caterer. Also try it with extra-firm tofu, salmon, duck, pork, beef or lamb. Transfer to a medium bowl. Rachel Marek (photographer), Holly Dreesman (stylist) Let cool to room temperature. Marinate the chicken for a minimum of 2 hours to let the flavors absorb. you’re able to marinate up to 2 pounds of chicken with one batch of this recipe....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 223 words · Natasha Davenport MD

The Only Formula You Need to Make Fruit Leather

Turn ripe or overripe fruit into a tasty snack with this formula. Fruit leather is a healthy, colorful snack that’s perfect just about anytime. After turning more than 32 pounds of fruit (that’s not a typo!) Photo: Charlotte & Johnny Autry (When we tested 100% berry leather, the results were crispy.) Pectin-rich fruits like apple and mango don’t need anything else added. The riper the fruit, the sweeter your fruit leather will be....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 241 words · Angela Jones

The Only Formula You Need to Make Mouthwatering Healthy Grain Bowls

A 5-step guide to making your own healthy lunch and dinner grain bowls. Pictured recipe:Green Goddess Grain Bowl Grain bowls are popular mealsand for good reason! They’re healthy, affordable and easy to make. But what exactly is a grain bowl anyway? They also can be made ahead and are easily packablethe perfect candidate for meal prep and work lunches. A well-balanced grain bowl comes together in five easy steps. Get your favorite soup bowls orpasta bowlsand use this guide to build the perfect healthy bowl every time....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 249 words · Jordan Padilla

The Only High-Protein Mason Jar Salad Formula You Need

This nutritious Mason jar salad allows plenty of room for customization based on your taste preferences. Thats whereHigh-Protein Mason Jar Saladscome into play. Theyre easy to prep ahead and grab and go. Photo:Ali Redmond We recommend adding it first to prevent a soggy salad at lunchtime. For this formula, youll need 2 tablespoons. Plus,oil is a source of heart-healthy fats, which are an important part of a balanced diet. Ali Redmond...

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Thomas Hendrix

The Only High-Protein Veggie Sandwich Formula You Need

Making a high-protein veggie sandwich is easy with our simple, four-step formula. That means steady energy levels through the afternoon. Bye-bye, dreaded afternoon crash! Photo:Ali Redmond How to Make a High-Protein Veggie Sandwich 1. Use a Vegetarian Protein Next its time to add the star of the show: protein. Pick a vegetarian protein source like low-fat cheese, eggs, beans, tofu or tempeh. Ali Redmond There are lots of ways to enjoy these protein sources so you wont get bored....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 254 words · Daniel Hawkins

The Only Protein Shake Our Editors Would Buy at Costco (We Tried Them All)

If youre looking to add more protein to your diet, consider our editors favorite protein shake at Costco. As for protein, we looked for products that had at least 15 grams per serving. After our research was done, we were left with 10 products to try in a masked taste test. Photo:YvanDube / Getty Images Flavors ranged from vanilla and chocolate to cafe latte and strawberries and cream. Heres whyFairlifes Core Power Chocolate Protein Shakestood out to our editors....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 224 words · Sierra Jensen

The Only Roasted Pumpkin Seed Recipe You’ll Ever Need

Roasted pumpkin seeds are the perfect snack to make after carving pumpkins this fall. Luckily, its easy to clean them off. Remove as much flesh as possible before adding the seeds to a bowl of water. Photo:Carson Downing Use a paper towel to pat the seeds dry. Once youve decided on a seasoning, preheat your oven to 300F. Spread the pumpkin seeds in an even layer on the parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 291 words · Jennifer Hurst

The Only Salmon Marinade Recipe You’ll Ever Need

Read on for our expert tips for perfectly cooked fish. Press out as much air as possible before sealing the bag. Place the bag on a large plate; refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes. Photo:Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the salmon from the marinade; gently shake off excess marinade (discard marinade). Place the salmon, skin-sides down, on the prepared baking sheet....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 251 words · Theresa Flowers