Your Dementia Risk May Be Increased by Another Disease Diagnosis—Here’s How to Prevent It

Different manageable factors come into play! People with diabetes are at an increased risk of developing dementia. With more than 38 million Americans living with diabetes, understanding the connection and risk is essential. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Whats the Link Between Dementia and throw in 2 Diabetes? Research has found that theres a connection between throw in 2 diabetes and increased risk of dementia. Dementia is a syndrome that affects memory, thinking and the ability to perform daily tasks....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 239 words · Amber Alvarado

Your Gut Health Could Predict Your Stroke Risk—Here's What You Can Do About It

Bacteria in the gut and mouth could shed light on your stroke risk. Hippocrates is often credited with saying that all disease begins in the gut. If he did say it, he was way ahead of his time. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. But did you know that the gut isnt the only place in your body with a microbiome? Your skin has its own microbiome.So does your mouth. Even the act of chewing your food is part of the digestive process....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 468 words · Richard Mccarthy

Your Gut Health Might Be Making It Harder to Keep Your Blood Pressure in Check, New Science Says—Here's What You Need to Know

Here’s one occasion when you really do want to bug out. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirms. High blood pressure increases a person’s risk for heart disease, heart attack, stroke andcognitive decline. Getty Images / Edmund Lowe Photography / Luis Alvarez It’s not just mediation that is impacted by the microbiome, either. Translation: Certain gut bacteria might affect the ability of these hypertension medicines to do their usual job....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 149 words · Laura Dunlap

Your Plan to Jog Off 10 Pounds

Let’s cut to the chase: diet trumps exercise when it comes to weight loss. To put it another way, what you eat is more important than your workout routine. It’s affordable and convenient. You could get the same workout in less than half the time. In addition, exercise is key for keeping off weight long term. Read more about if you better exercise to lose weight. That’s where exercise comes inboth cardio and strength....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 315 words · Dr. Paula Gonzalez

Your Thanksgiving Turkey Might Be Twice as Expensive This Year—Here Are Some Alternatives to Help You Save

(Ahh, those were the days of more affordable hosting!) Last year, this same size of bird was $1.44 per pound. Fresh, boneless, skinless turkey breasts are where you’ll experience the most severe sticker shock. In 2021, this boneless turkey breast clocked in at $3.16 per pound. Swap in a chicken. TheUSDAconfirms that whole chickens are currently about $2.36 per pound, up about 52 cents over last year. OurRoast Chicken with Cider Gravyis most definitely holiday-worthy....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 169 words · Jasmin Alexander

Yukon Gold & Sweet Potato Mash

Classic mashed potatoes get a nutrient boost with the addition of sweet potatoes. Sweet potatoes are rich in inflammation-lowering beta-carotene, a good choice for overall health. Drain the potatoes, then mash them in the pot to the desired consistency. (Alternatively, place in a small saucepan and heat over medium until the milk is warm.) (Note: Don’t add a cold dish to a hot oven, or it can break.) Place the dish in the oven and let it warm at 350F for 15 to 20 minutes....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 211 words · Michael Smith

Yumna Jawad

Yumna Jawad is an entrepreneur,social media influencer, and recipe developer. Shes also the founder of the packaged overnight oats brand Oath. She is launching her debut cookbook on May 7, 2024! Through science-backed nutrition advice and smart stories about sustainability, we help readers live their best lives. Learn moreabout usand oureditorial process.

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 52 words · Alexis Washington

Yuzu Kosho Vinaigrette

Yuzu kosho is a fermented Japanese condiment made withyuzujuice and rind, Thai chiles and salt. you’ve got the option to use either green or red yuzu kosho. Whisk or shake until well blended. Photo: Jillian Atkinson To make ahead Refrigerate for up to 1 week. Let stand at room temperature for a few minutes and shake well before using. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 81 words · Tamara Gutierrez

Za'atar-Roasted Chicken Tenders & Vegetables with Couscous

Chicken tenders and pretrimmed green beans make this healthy dinner super-fast. Grate 2 teaspoons zest from orange. Slice 1/2 inch off the ends and squeeze juice from them into a medium saucepan; add the zest. Cut the rest of the orange in half, then cut into 1/4-inch slices. Spread the mixture in an even layer on the prepared pan. Toss chicken with za’atar in the bowl, then place on top of the green bean mixture....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 193 words · Aaron Shaffer

Zooey Deschanel Revealed Her Go-To Snack for Busy Days—It's Simpler Than You Think

This classic combo is what she recommends to all of her friends. Zooey Deschanel is a busy bee. As an actress, singer and entrepreneur, she isn’t slowing down. Photo: Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images Keep reading for more on what the multi-faceted star had to say in our interview. EatingWell: How do you start your day and what is your favorite part of your morning routine? Deschanel: Yeah, my coffee. I can’t live without coffee....

April 21, 2025 · 3 min · 572 words · Carla Avery

Zucchini & Squash Casserole

Pesto adds fresh herbal flavor to this zucchini and squash casserole. This easy summer casserole is perfect for when you have a bounty of fresh garden zucchini and summer squash. Melt 1/2 tablespoon butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Photo: Antonis Achilleos Transfer the mixture to a colander set over a bowl. Repeat with yellow squash and the remaining 1/2 tablespoon butter and 3/4 cup onion. Add the squash mixture to the colander with the zucchini; let drain for 5 minutes....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 192 words · Willie Kemp

Zucchini Bread

Zucchini and cranberries star in this tender loaf that is sure to become your go-to bake. The liquid from the zucchini helps keep the loaf moist. The best part of this zucchini bread recipe? Photo:Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster It only requires one bowl, so cleanup will be effortless. Coat a 9-by-5-inch baking pan with cooking spray. Line with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on long sides....

April 21, 2025 · 1 min · 148 words · Calvin Hudson

Zucchini Enchiladas

If you like the heat, opt for a spicy enchilada sauce. Add onion, poblano and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables have softened and are beginning to brown, about 6 minutes. Reduce heat to medium if vegetables start to burn. Transfer to a large bowl. Add chicken, 1/2 cup cheese and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce. Stir to combine; set aside. Using a vegetable peeler or mandolin slicer, slice zucchini lengthwise into thin strips (see Tip)....

April 21, 2025 · 2 min · 291 words · Kevin Foster