Bowl meals seem to be on every menu now, and we understand why. Filled with grains or noodles, veggies, and protein, easy bowl meals are healthy and filling, which is a winning weeknight combo. Get a healthy, well-rounded meal all in one bowl with these recipes. Your weeknights just got jam-packed with one-bowl goodness. Credit:…
Fiber may be best known for digestive health, but it’s also key for a healthy heart. This under-consumed nutrient may help lower cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, beans, nuts and seeds are top fiber sources. When it comes to heart health, most of us are focused on what we shouldn’t…
Registered Dietitian Maura J. Woolsey, RD, LD, encouraged families to start with a plan during her presentation for Thrive Excelsior’s Quarterly Lunch and Learn at Excelsior Springs Hospital last Wednesday, May 7, 2025. “Choose your main protein first, then build your meals with simple staples and sides,” she advises. Social media platforms like Pinterest, Instagram,…
Key Takeaways There are a lot of misconceptions about weight loss—especially online. Dietitians agree that myths like carbs make you gain weight and you need to track calories and macros can cause more harm than good. Instead, tips like prioritizng a balanced diet and exercise you enjoy can help support healthy, sustainable weight loss in…
For many Costco fans, the premade and frozen meals offered at the warehouse grocery store aren’t merely placeholders for when they don’t feel like cooking; they often serve as their favorite dinner staples. The major retailer offers a wide variety of instant meals and sides, ranging from pasta dishes and crispy tacos to garlic-butter rolls….
If hearing Minnesota State University biology graduate student Fen Sego describe plants as “he” or “she” rather than ‘it” wasn’t a sign of appreciation for local edible flora, a tattoo of stinging nettles on their arm would be a dead giveaway. As the spring weather sets in, so too comes the bountiful wild foods that…
getty High protein recipes: Vegan protein salad bowl Protein: Tofu, chickpeas Time to make: 40 mins Skill level: Easy Dietaries: Vegan, gluten-free We know, we know, kicking off a high protein recipes list with a salad. How very original of us. But we challenge you not fall for this one: a beautifully balanced mix of…
Inflammation can be the sneaky culprit behind a number of health problems, from sleeping poorly to higher risk of chronic diseases like heart disease or diabetes. These dinners can help you keep chronic inflammation in check, since they spotlight ingredients like colorful produce, legumes, healthy fats and whole grains that can help combat inflammation. Recipes…
Every time you choose whole food over something highly processed, you invest in your longevity, new research suggests. A study published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine showed that every 10% increase in total calories from ultra-processed foods raises the risk of early death by 3%. Keep reading to find out how you can…
1 Eggs Benedict PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE If your go-to brunch order is eggs Benedict, then you may be surprised to learn how easy it is to make this classic egg dish at home. With a simple blender hollandaise sauce, crispy golden Canadian bacon, and runny poached eggs, this is the best…