dishes with iron: iron-rich ingredients

10 Million Americans Are Deficient in This Mineral — Here’s How to Get More of It 

By Jess N / July 26, 2022 / Comments Off on 10 Million Americans Are Deficient in This Mineral — Here’s How to Get More of It 

A full ten million Americans are iron deficient. Why does this matter? Iron is an important part of hemoglobin, which is a form of protein in our red blood cells. It plays the vital role of transporting oxygen from our lungs to the rest of our bodies, so this means that if you don’t have…

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A photo of author Maida Pineda with an overlay of illustrated design

Navigating My Love-Hate Relationship with Rice, My Favorite Carb

By Jess N / July 22, 2022 /

As a Filipina, rice is an important part of my culture — but it’s also proven problematic for me as someone who’s trying to eat fewer refined carbs.

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The Best Ways to Eat Healthier and Save Money When You’re Flying

By Jess N / July 21, 2022 / Comments Off on The Best Ways to Eat Healthier and Save Money When You’re Flying

Flying can feel distinctly unglamorous these days: we’re rushed through a fairly invasive security protocol, corralled into tight spaces, asked to wait through seemingly endless delays, and forced to run through the airport to make our connecting flights — just to find out there’s another delay, so we end up sitting and waiting some more.…

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Hiyajiru (Japanese cold miso soup)

8 Cold Soups from Around the World That Will Cool You Down & Fill You Up

By Jess N / July 19, 2022 /

Hydrating and nourishing, cold soups are easy to enjoy in the sweltering heat. These cold soup recipes are healthy and delicious.

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Gem real food vitamins

Real Food Vitamins vs. Synthetic Vitamins: How to Select the Vitamins Your Body Can Actually Absorb

By Jess N / July 13, 2022 /

It can be hard to get enough vitamins through food these days — there’s more and more evidence that produce found in the grocery store today contains less protein and vitamins than they did in decades prior.

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hotel buffet breakfast

Dietitians’ Top Tips for Eating Healthily While Traveling

By Jess N / July 12, 2022 /

It’s important to have fun on vacation, but too much indulgent dining might throw off your digestion so you’ll enjoy the experience less.

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Baked Oatmeal Protein Muffins

8 Seriously Easy Make-Ahead Breakfasts That Go Way Beyond Overnight Oats

By Jess N / July 7, 2022 /

Making breakfast ahead of time is a surprisingly easy way to make sure you get a healthy meal in during the morning rush.

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What Are the Best Sugar Substitutes?

By Jess N / July 6, 2022 /

We’ve broken down the best sugar substitutes on the market to help you understand the best uses for each one.

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sorghum growing in a field

You’re Probably Ignoring This Incredibly Nutritious Grain — Here’s Why That’s a Mistake

By Jess N / July 1, 2022 /

Sorghum is a nutritious ancient grain that’s incredibly versatile, tasty, and easy to make — and it can even be popped like popcorn.

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meal prep containers filled with quinoa, avocado, lemon, etc

We Found the Best Meal Prep Containers for Every Situation

By Jess N / June 30, 2022 /

Meal prep becomes *so* much easier with a small investment in some accessories. To that end, we found the best, BPA-free meal prep containers on the market.

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Fluffy Millet Breakfast Cake With Stone Fruit

9 Healthy Breakfasts That Can Feed a Crowd

By Jess N / June 30, 2022 /

When you have friends and family visiting, you don’t need to make individual breakfast dishes — choose one of these healthy breakfast ideas instead.

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Woman volunteering with an animal shelter playing with shaggy dog

5 Super Fun Ways You Can Get Some Exercise Without Even Realizing It

By Jess N / June 27, 2022 /

Exercise is one of the most cost-effective methods of health-promotion, and it’s available to everyone. Here are a few ways to get your heart rate up without even realizing it.

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Himalayan pink salt

Is Pink Himalayan Salt Actually Better for You Than Table Salt?

By Jess N / June 23, 2022 /

Is pink Himalayan salt good for you, or is it just more expensive than other salts? We spoke with registered dietitians to find out.

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Melon, Prosciutto, and Mozzarella Skewers

These Make-Ahead 4th of July Recipes Will Make Your BBQ Stress-Free

By Jess N / June 22, 2022 /

Take a break this Independence Day. These 4th of July food ideas are all made in advance so you can kick back and enjoy the fireworks.

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Caraway cookware

Caraway Cookware Honest Review: An Excellent Non-Toxic Option for Nonstick Pots and Pans

By Jess N / June 16, 2022 /

We review Caraway cookware, which is lighter-weight than cast iron, and a non-toxic, highly nonstick alternative to traditional nonstick pans.

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greek yogurt with granola and berries

The Clean Plates Greek Yogurt Taste Test: We Tried Them All and Found the Very Best

By Jess N / June 15, 2022 /

We tried every Greek yogurt we could get our hands on and found the healthiest and best-tasting options among them.

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Coconut Water Cold Brew

Avocado Coffee, Coconut Water Coffee, & More Healthy Iced Coffee Recipes

By Jess N / June 14, 2022 /

These summery iced coffee recipes add tons of vitamins and minerals — not to mention flavor — to iced coffee and cold brew.

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woman and dog napping

The 5 Best All-Natural Ingredients to Help You Get Some Legit Sleep

By Jess N / June 10, 2022 /

Together, these five powerful, natural ingredients — melatonin, magnesium, reishi, L-theanine, and nano CBD — will help you get some high-quality sleep.

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Thai-Inspired Cucumber Salad

10 Easy, Healthy Summer Side Dishes

By Jess N / June 8, 2022 /

Each one of these summer side dishes would pair perfectly with food fresh off the grill, and many are perfect to bring along to a picnic.

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trader joe's breakfast

The 8 Best Trader Joe’s Breakfast Items, According to Dietitians

By Jess N / June 6, 2022 /

Trader Joe’s has some tasty, dietitian-approved breakfast items that should definitely be tossed into your cart on your next grocery trip.

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a young woman with sunscreen on her arm

The Best Sunscreens of 2022: Coral Reef-Safe, Dolphin-Safe, People-Safe Mineral Sunscreens

By Jess N / June 3, 2022 /

We tested a whole bunch of coral reef-safe non-nano mineral sunscreens, and found our very favorites — that don’t leave a white cast.

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a mom and child apply sunscreen on the beach

The Sunscreens You Should Avoid, According to Dermatologists (and What to Look for Instead)

By Jess N / June 3, 2022 /

We interviewed dermatologists to discover which sunscreens are healthy, safe, and effective — and which you should avoid.

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Foods That Actually protect You From The Sun (But yeah, you still need sunscreen)

Foods That Can Actually Protect You from the Sun (But Yes, You Still Need Sunscreen) 

By Jess N / June 3, 2022 /

What you eat can have a powerful impact on your skin’s health. By making the right food choices, you can boost your overall sun protection.

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ancient grains

Everything You’ve Wanted to Know About Ancient Grains

By Jess N / May 31, 2022 /

What really makes something an ancient grain, why do they deserve a place at your table, and how can you best cook them? We have all the answers.

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