There’s something nostalgic about eating candy around Halloween that brings us right back to the fun of getting dressed up and running around the neighborhood, knocking on doors with your friends. So of course, when your kids come home with those plastic pumpkins brimming with candy, it can certainly be challenging to not dig in…
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The perfect snack is portable (because snack emergencies are definitely a thing) and protein-rich. It should also be healthy, with high-quality, recognizable ingredients and little or no sugar. And, of course, it has to be delicious. Here’s the one that checks all the boxes.
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It seems strange to think of a time when we didn’t talk about our microbiome. We now know that the trillions of microscopic organisms living in our digestive tract are central to our health.
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Chicken wings—if there’s a more classic watching-the-game food, we don’t know what it is. It’s hard not to love them, with their crispy skin, rich taste and, of course, the must-have ranch dressing to dip them into.
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The Whole30: Maybe you go for it annually after the holidays. Maybe you use it to reset whenever your digestive health feels off. Maybe you’ve just been hearing about it for ages and decided it’s finally time to try it out. Whatever brings you to trying Whole30, these are the basics: you eliminate potential irritants…
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The dream: a rich, chocolatey, cupcake-y muffin that isn’t just “not bad” for your health, it’s actually good for you.
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It comes in those familiar rolls, in classic chocolate chip flavor as well as double chocolate. And they’re both amazing.
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When it comes to snacks, we want our kids eating something healthy and nourishing; they want something tasty and fun. These snacks are both — and simple enough for kids to make themselves.
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Used in Aryuvedic medicine for centuries, ashwagandha is a relative new comer to the western wellness scene. But it’s making up for lost time: These days, no adaptogen is more popular. But what is it, what is it good for, and should you take it? Here’s what you need to know.
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There is one “secret,” hiding in plain sight, that will make a huge difference.
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Whether you’re doing Whole30 or not, these healthy bottled salad dressings make for fast, easy, and delicious weeknight meals.
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Allow us to introduce you to your new BFF: frozen grass-fed burger patties. They are becoming more and more of a thing and we are here for it. Here’s what to know, how to cook them, and our favorite brands.
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Chicken wings don’t have to be deep-friend to be delicious. We found 10 healthier recipes that are super-simple, super-tasty, and super-crispy.
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Burgers and hot dogs are great on the grill, but vegetables enjoy just as prominent a place on our grates. Whether you’re a full-time vegetarian or just looking for summer grilling inspiration, here are some meat-free grilling recipes to light your fire.
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With spring fully sprung and cookout season upon us, we tested out several brands of hot dogs to bring you the healthiest, tastiest ones.
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A really good hot dog—meaty, juicy, flavorful, with a hearty snap when you bite into it—is summer in a bun. Luckily, there’s more than one way to get it right. Here are three ways to cook hot dogs that will yield delicious results every time.
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It’s safe to say that turmeric has been (and still is) having a moment. If you’ve been wondering what all the hype is about, here’s what you need to know about the health benefits of turmeric — and how to get more of it into your diet.
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Aside from the obvious convenience, online meat shopping means access to meat from smaller, more sustainable farms and to cuts that may not be readily available in your area. We’ve rounded up our favorites places to shop for meat online — just in time for summer.
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Because chocolate is, ahem, a health food, and I write about healthy food, I make it my business to try all the chocolate, so I can report back to you what’s good. (You’re welcome.) And these new healthy chocolate bars are really, really good.
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Salad can be hearty and loaded with varying textures and flavors, and it can leave you sated and happy—especially if it’s got a well-cooked steak on top.
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These easy appetizers and finger foods call for just a few ingredients and take 10 minutes to throw together, making them perfect for impromptu gatherings.
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Ketchup: It’s hard to imagine summer without it. But many of the packaged brands we know and (let’s be honest) love the taste of are laden with sugar and other additives. No, thanks.
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Have you started to, oh-so-tentatively, think about travel again? Us, too. And it’s exciting! And maybe also a tiny bit overwhelming? Here are 3 healthy travel tips that will help you maintain your sanity and have as much fun as possible.
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One thing most low carb breads have in common? They tend to be pricier than traditional loaves. We put several brands to the test: We toasted them, we made sandwiches, we fried up eggs in a hole, and more to bring you the brands most worthy of your hard-earned dough.
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