Lamb lettuce wraps

5 Healthy Protein-Rich Ground Lamb Recipes We Love

By Beth Lipton / February 13, 2024 / Comments Off on 5 Healthy Protein-Rich Ground Lamb Recipes We Love

Lamb feels special – it’s often a centerpiece dish at holiday celebrations. But you can make it a part of your everyday meal rotation easily and inexpensively by choosing ground lamb. Ground lamb can do anything other ground meats can do, so you can simply swap it in when you make your favorite ground beef,…

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walmart cart in the grocery section

9 Super-Healthy Food Finds at Walmart

By Beth Lipton / February 13, 2024 / Comments Off on 9 Super-Healthy Food Finds at Walmart

Massive retailer Walmart has a reputation for being a store where you can find just about  anything — from appliances to beauty supplies, lawn furniture, clothes, car parts, and more — especially inexpensive, mass market products. It also happens to be the largest grocer in the U.S. With all the space dedicated to food in…

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Kefir chia pudding

6 Kefir Recipes for a Happy Gut

By Beth Lipton / February 12, 2024 / Comments Off on 6 Kefir Recipes for a Happy Gut

You know gut health is important, and you may already be incorporating yogurt into your diet for the probiotic benefits. Have you tried yogurt’s cousin, kefir? It’s sort of in between milk and yogurt texture-wise, and it’s made from milk and kefir grains, tiny, gelatinous white balls that are home to beneficial bacteria and yeast.…

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Oobli chocolate

This Milk Chocolate Is Low in Sugar (and Crazy Delicious)

By Beth Lipton / February 11, 2024 / Comments Off on This Milk Chocolate Is Low in Sugar (and Crazy Delicious)

Let me just say upfront that I’m a dark chocolate girl. For me, 70 percent is usually the minimum, and it’s not unusual to find me nibbling on a bar that’s 80 percent or even higher. I like the deep richness and flavor of the darker stuff. So when the folks at Oobli invited me…

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Chicken Cobb salad

7 Ways to Jazz Up Rotisserie Chicken

By Beth Lipton / February 9, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Ways to Jazz Up Rotisserie Chicken

Sometimes self-care is dashing into the grocery store to pick up a rotisserie chicken to streamline dinner. We love rotisserie chicken as a shortcut – just toss a quick salad and dinner is ready. The best part: After you enjoy it one night, you can use the leftovers as the base for a whole new…

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Overnight oats with raspberries

10 Dairy Free, Egg Free Breakfasts with 30 Grams of Protein

By Beth Lipton / February 8, 2024 / Comments Off on 10 Dairy Free, Egg Free Breakfasts with 30 Grams of Protein

As someone with both egg and dairy allergies, I know how challenging it can be to create dairy free, egg free breakfasts. As a sports nutritionist, I also know that starting your day with at least 30 grams of protein can help you feel fuller for longer. Plus, evenly spreading your protein intake across three meals…

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Air fryer berry crumble

7 Healthy Air Fryer Desserts to Free Up Your Oven

By Beth Lipton / February 8, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Healthy Air Fryer Desserts to Free Up Your Oven

Sure, it makes crunchy vegetables, tasty snacks, and more – but did you ever think about using your air fryer to whip up healthy desserts? It has a few advantages: It’s quicker than the oven. Plus, it’s relatively small, so it’s efficient for making smaller batches. And it has a powerful fan, which can help…

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Mexican chicken quinoa grain bowl

7 High Protein, High Fiber Meals That Really Satisfy

By Beth Lipton / February 6, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 High Protein, High Fiber Meals That Really Satisfy

Protein and fiber have been getting a lot of attention lately, and with good reason: Both help keep you feeling full and satisfied. Protein is also crucial for muscle growth, fiber helps keep your gut and digestion happy, and both can help keep your blood sugar balanced. Finding an abundance of protein and fiber in…

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Air fryer with salmon

Are Air Fryers Worth It? Experts Weigh In

By Beth Lipton / February 6, 2024 / Comments Off on Are Air Fryers Worth It? Experts Weigh In

Even though air fryers aren’t exactly new – they’ve actually been around for more than a decade – it wasn’t until recently that they’ve exploded in popularity. Sales of air fryers jumped 76% between 2020 and 2022 compared to the two years before that.  All that popularity can be hard to resist. But, given that…

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No-Bake Paleo Granola Bars

8 Breakfast Bars for Morning Meals on the Go

By Beth Lipton / February 5, 2024 / Comments Off on 8 Breakfast Bars for Morning Meals on the Go

It’s a paradox: Mornings can be a whirlwind, so you might be tempted to skip breakfast – but because they’re so busy, you need all the energy you can get. Our solution: Make-ahead breakfast bars. Put them together over the weekend, and you can grab and go all week. Whether you want something savory and…

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Woman looking in the fridge

End Overeating with the Hunger and Fullness Scale

By Beth Lipton / February 4, 2024 / Comments Off on End Overeating with the Hunger and Fullness Scale

If you’re trying to manage your weight and you’re anything like the clients I see as a registered dietitian, you might think your problem is overeating. If you struggle to stop eating when you’re full, you’re probably used to blaming yourself – you think you lack willpower, or you have an unusually strong sweet tooth.…

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hibiscus poached pears

Healthy Dessert Alert: 5 Poached Pears Recipes

By Beth Lipton / February 4, 2024 / Comments Off on Healthy Dessert Alert: 5 Poached Pears Recipes

Poached pears may seem like a fancy dessert you can only get at a restaurant, but they’re actually really easy to make. Get a serving of fruit and a sweet treat at the same time? Sign us up for that.  Cooking everyday pears in wine, tea or other liquid infuses them with flavor and enhances…

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Viral date bark

I Tried the Viral Date Bark and I’m In Love

By Beth Lipton / February 3, 2024 / Comments Off on I Tried the Viral Date Bark and I’m In Love

As someone who has a sweet tooth — but who also cares very much about what they eat — I’m always on the lookout for healthy dessert recipes. Fortunately, TikTok is a treasure trove. The latest viral recipe I tried is date bark: a delightful no-bake treat that only requires five ingredients. After I stumbled…

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Lonely woman

How Loneliness Affects Your Body (and How to Feel Better)

By Beth Lipton / February 3, 2024 / Comments Off on How Loneliness Affects Your Body (and How to Feel Better)

Feeling lonely is universal. Whether you’ve moved to a new city where you don’t know anyone or struggle with getting out during the winter, loneliness is something we all experience. But it’s a growing problem – so much so that U.S. Surgeon Dr. General Vivek Murthy sounded the alarm in a 2023 advisory.  According to…

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Pesto salmon and vegetables

8 30-Minute Sheet Pan Recipes to Streamline Dinner

By Beth Lipton / February 3, 2024 / Comments Off on 8 30-Minute Sheet Pan Recipes to Streamline Dinner

The daily dinnertime grind can really wear you down. After a long day, it can be hard to muster up the motivation for lots of prep, not to mention washing dishes. That’s why 30-minute sheet pan dinners are clutch: They’re fast, they’re simple, and cleanup is a snap. The trick is finding recipes that fit…

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Tofu lemon custard

6 Protein-Rich Tofu Desserts to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

By Beth Lipton / February 2, 2024 / Comments Off on 6 Protein-Rich Tofu Desserts to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

Who says tofu has to be limited to savory dishes only? Thanks to its neutral flavor and smooth texture, tofu desserts are totally a thing. Plus, because tofu is plant-based, you can share your sweet creations with friends who are avoiding dairy. Whether you’re craving ice cream, cheesecake, a brownie, or something else, you’ll find…

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Woman with Target bag

Our Picks: 23 Best Products from Target’s New Wellness Lineup

By Beth Lipton / February 1, 2024 / Comments Off on Our Picks: 23 Best Products from Target’s New Wellness Lineup

We love wellness, and we love a deal, so we were excited to learn that Target is starting 2024 by offering 1,000 new wellness products. Plus, some cost as little as $2. We couldn’t wait to start shopping. Though not every product under Target’s “wellness” umbrella met our standards, we did find plenty of gems…

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Chocolate-dipped strawberries with pistachios

7 Luscious Takes on Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

By Beth Lipton / February 1, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Luscious Takes on Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Chocolate-covered strawberries are such a lovely and special gift. Sure, you can buy them, but making them yourself is a thoughtful way to show you care. Plus, when you DIY, you can control the ingredients, so your loved one gets a healthy treat that suits their taste. To make sure there’s something for everyone, here…

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Easy tzatziki

This Easy Tzatziki Recipe Will Become Your Go-To

By Beth Lipton / February 1, 2024 / Comments Off on This Easy Tzatziki Recipe Will Become Your Go-To

Tzatziki: That tangy, refreshing yogurt sauce so popular in Greek and other Mediterranean cuisines. Traditionally, it’s right at home in mezze platters, alongside kebabs and gyros, and with roasted meats – but it also works beautifully on burgers, as a marinade for chicken, on top of a spinach-feta omelet, as a dip for roasted potatoes,…

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No-bake brownies

7 Creative Ways To Use Dates

By Beth Lipton / January 31, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Creative Ways To Use Dates

If you’re hooked on the viral TikTok “Snickers” stuffed dates (same!), then you already know how delicious and caramel-y these popular dried fruits can be. Though healthier Snickers would be enough reason to add to cart, dates have health benefits, too: They’re a good source of fiber, and rich in minerals like copper, potassium, and…

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Mediterranean hummus bowl

7 Delicious Ways to Use Lean Ground Beef

By Beth Lipton / January 30, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Delicious Ways to Use Lean Ground Beef

Lean ground beef is a dinnertime hero: It’s versatile, it’s economical, it’s packed with protein and a good source of iron, vitamin B12, and zinc – and best of all, it’s tasty and satisfying. Though there’s nothing wrong with simply fashioning it into burgers, here are 7 very different lean ground beef recipes to widen…

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Trade St. Jams

7 Black-Owned Food Brands We Love

By Beth Lipton / January 29, 2024 / Comments Off on 7 Black-Owned Food Brands We Love

February is Black History Month, and though it’s certainly not the only time to try food brands with roots in the Black community, it is a great moment to highlight them. Sometimes we tend to fall back on the same products we always shop – this month is a perfect time to shake up what’s…

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Spinach egg white omelet

9 Dietitian-Approved Frozen Breakfasts for Diabetics

By Beth Lipton / January 29, 2024 / Comments Off on 9 Dietitian-Approved Frozen Breakfasts for Diabetics

Frozen breakfasts are great for busy mornings, but when you have diabetes – or if you’re just managing your blood sugar balance – scrutinizing the nutrition label is important. We asked dietitians to peruse the frozen foods aisle and offer their recommendations for the healthiest frozen breakfasts for diabetics. Here’s what they looked for: Excess…

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Taco soup

8 Best Keto Soup Recipes Perfect for Cold Nights

By Beth Lipton / January 28, 2024 / Comments Off on 8 Best Keto Soup Recipes Perfect for Cold Nights

During the winter months, all we want are cozy, carb-rich meals to warm us up. But if you’re eating keto and all those carbs are off the menu, what can you do? Fear not, because we’ve got just the thing to keep you snug and satisfied: soup. These keto soup recipes are satisfying and rich,…

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