Food
Fostering Youth Independence (FYI) has held two summer “Healthy Meals” cooking classes for local foster youth, the first program of its kind in Santa Clarita. The new initiative was designed to teach approximately 30 foster youth in the FYI community strategies for meal planning and grocery shopping on a budget, instruct them how to prepare…
This high-protein chicken salad sandwich provides energy and keeps you feeling full longer. Tasty ingredients like Greek yogurt and sun-dried tomatoes make this healthy lunch fun and satisfying to eat. You can enjoy this meal in different ways—on bread, in a salad or stuffed in veggies—so it never gets boring. There may come a time…
Antony Jones/Getty Images If you love overnight oats, then you have something in common with the late Princess Diana. Long before this dish was a major online trend, it was Diana Spencer’s favorite breakfast. In June 2025, her former chef, Darren McGrady, posted a YouTube video showcasing Lady…
Hitting that daily protein quota is a must, but how are you doing on your antioxidant game? Often found in fruits and veggies, antioxidants are key to keeping your immunity up and maintaining long-term health. “Antioxidants play a huge role in disease prevention and healthy aging,” says Michael Ednie, MD, RD, a doctor and registered…
If you’re trying to beat the summer heat, these no-cook lunch recipes are the cold bite you’re looking for. From sandwiches and wraps to salads and bowls, these meals are the perfect lunch to bring with you to work or school, no microwave needed! Try recipes, like our Cucumber-Hummus Wrap or our High-Protein Caprese Chickpea…
1 Spinach Getty Images Popeye knew what he was doing. A cup of cooked spinach offers 6.43 milligrams of iron, per the USDA. Plus, spinach is a nutritional powerhouse: It provides 5.35 grams of protein and 4.32 grams of fiber—plus a healthy dose of calcium, potassium, folate, and vitamins A, C, and K. Enjoy some…
A recent study found bananas may block absorption of antioxidants from fruits, like berries. This has many people questioning if it’s OK to add bananas to smoothies. Before swearing off nutrient-rich bananas, dietitians caution this is a very small study. Many people consider bananas to be the GOAT ingredient for smoothies. Not only are bananas…
Want a simple way to boost your health? Eat more plants. Research shows that a plant-forward diet can add years to your life — and the benefits are especially strong for people with heart disease or diabetes. Even if you’re not fully vegan, cutting back on meat can make a meaningful difference. The hard part?…
Four people in Florida have died this year from bacterial infections that can cause “flesh-eating” wounds, the state’s health department reported this month. The culprit, the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus, thrives in warm seawater. The deadly cases were seen in counties spread around Florida’s extensive coastline, from Bay County in the Panhandle and Hillsborough County, where…
Blackberries are rich in nutrients that may support brain, heart, bone and immune health. They are packed with fiber, antioxidants, copper and vitamins C and K. Enjoy them in smoothies, salads, desserts and baked goods or as a topping for yogurt or ice cream. If there’s a quintessential summer experience, it’s digging into a big…