ClosePhoto: Photographer / Jacob Fox, Food styling / Sue Mitchell, Food Styling / Kelsey BulatThis month, enjoy these meatless mains that are packed with protein. Withat least 15 grams of proteinper serving, these vegetarian dinners are nutritious and tasty choices that will help keep you full and satisfied. Recipes like our Vegetarian Protein Bowl and Cream of Mushroom & Barley Soup are healthy, filling and delicious dishes you’ll be making for months to come....

ClosePhoto: Greg DuPreeThese heart-healthy meals make lowering your cholesterol a delicious ambition. Ingredients like fish, avocados and leafy greens can help raiseyour “good” cholesterol levels, while whole grains, fresh veggies and beans make these meals a perfect fit forthe Mediterranean diet. Plus, each meal is high in fiber—another ingredient that can help you manage your cholesterol levels—and low in saturated fat. Recipes like our Peppery Barbecue-Glazed Shrimp with Vegetables & Orzo and Chickpea Pasta with Mushrooms & Kale are tasty ways to eat healthier this month....

Close Photo: Fred Hardy This month, enjoy a smoothie plan that is full of nutritious and tasty ingredients. Withless than 375 caloriesandat least 6 grams of fiberper serving, these light yet filling smoothies can help support weight loss efforts, if that is your goal. Recipes like our Banana-Cocoa Soy Smoothie and Blackberry Smoothie are healthy and satisfying options you’ll be looking forward to every morning. 01of 29Blackberry SmoothieView RecipeFred HardyThis blackberry smoothie has plenty of fresh berry flavor and sweetness from banana and honey....

At the dinner where my father’s parents, both born and raised on the Hawaiian island of Kauai, first met my mother’s parents, both born and raised in Nanjing, China, there was an incident. 6 “Polite” Things You Do at a Chinese Restaurant That Are Actually Rude I’ve navigated multiple sets of table manners throughout my life. With parents from two very different cultures, I’ve been saddled with the weight of several sets of superstitions (especially in Chinese culture, where small gestures are imbued with many layers of meaning and table etiquette involves a lot of protocol)....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleHow the Mediterranean Diet Benefits Your BrainWhat Can’t the Mediterranean Diet Do For Your Brain?5 Top Brain-Friendly Foods to EatThe Bottom Line In This ArticleView All View All In This Article How the Mediterranean Diet Benefits Your Brain What Can’t the Mediterranean Diet Do For Your Brain? 5 Top Brain-Friendly Foods to Eat The Bottom Line The foods you eat play an essential role in staying sharp as you age, and nutrient-packed, flavor-rich and easy-to-follow eating patterns like the Mediterranean diet make the job easier....

ClosePhoto: Eric WolfingerA decade or so ago, truly great handcrafted bread was a luxury that was hard to find in America. But the artisan baking movement—using all manner of grains beyond white flour—has slowly been taking hold stateside, now accounting for about 30% of all bread sales in the U.S., according to a Statista report. It gained an even broader American fan base during the pandemic, when quarantine lockdowns spurred asourdoughobsession among home bakers....

Taco night wouldn’t be the same without crispy, crunchy taco shells. But the store-bought versions have more calories, fat and sodium than I’d like. So when I need to get my crunchy tortilla fix, I cook my favorite dishes at home and serve them with healthier homemade taco shells, bowls and tortilla chips. They’re not hard to make, but I’ve got a few tips and tricks to share.With the help of just a little oil or cooking spray, here are 3 fast and easy ways to transform your healthy corn tortillas into crispy hard taco shells, cute crispy taco bowls and crunchy tortilla chips....

In This ArticleView AllIn This Article1. Low-Fat or Nonfat Milk2. Hibiscus Tea3. Pomegranate JuiceOne Drink to Limit: Alcohol In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Low-Fat or Nonfat Milk Hibiscus Tea Pomegranate Juice One Drink to Limit: Alcohol If you’re serious about lowering your blood pressure, you may already know tolimit high-sodiumfoods like deli meats, full-sodium canned soups and frozen pizzas....

Close Photo: Ali Redmond 01of 03Clean-Eating Bento Box LunchView RecipeWho says bento boxes are just for kids? This healthy bento-style lunch—loaded with clean, satisfying foods—is perfect to pack for work. 01of 03 Clean-Eating Bento Box Lunch View Recipe Who says bento boxes are just for kids? This healthy bento-style lunch—loaded with clean, satisfying foods—is perfect to pack for work. 02of 03 Protein Bistro Lunch Box 03of 03Cucumber Salad, Hummus & Pita Bento Box LunchView RecipeAli RedmondEnjoy this refreshing bento box idea on your lunch break....

Close See how to make mac & cheese 25 Healthy Recipes You Can Make Ahead and Freeze The thing about cooking ahead is that I have to set aside the time to cook at some point. But then, on crazy nights when we just need to eat, we have a meal that’s all ready to go. That’s an investment that pays off big for my sanity and satisfaction (usually leftovers too!...

Close Photo: Carole Henaff When it comes to weight and body image, the American public is on the receiving end of a lot of mixed messages. Thebody positivitymovement urges us to accept ourselves as we are and to reject the tired, old beauty norms that value thinness and perfection. But at the same time, we’re told it’s important tomaintain a healthy weight—given that overweight and obesity are linked to many of the leading causes of death in the U....

Your postural muscles consist mainly of yourabdomen, glutes and back. Think of them as the scaffolding that holds your joints together. Having strong postural muscles not only maintains good posture, but also lowers your risk of joint issues in your neck, back, hips, knees and ankles. Before we get into the exercises, the first step is to consciously work on your posture while you’re standing and working out. Your perception of how you stand and the reality of how you stand can be very different....

It’s impossible to turn on the television, listen to the radio or flip through a magazine without coming across a product that relates to aging. Whether it’s a lotion that prevents wrinkles or a roller that eases joint pain, the concept of aging, and more specifically anti-aging, is constantly brought to our attention. But what if we stopped searching for the elixir of life, and instead looked inward at the resources our body already has for healthy aging?...

Close What do sauerkraut, kimchi and yogurt have in common? They’re some of the best foods you can eat for a healthy gut. That’s because they’re all sources of probiotics, the good kind of bacteria your digestive system needs. These good bugs do all sorts of important things—like helping you absorb nutrients, fighting inflammation, protecting your intestines from infection and even turning on pathways to your brain. Growing research shows that the right balance within your body’s microbiome—your gut’s living, breathing ecosystem, made up of trillions of busy microorganisms—plays a big role in keeping your immune system healthy, according to a 2022 study published inSignal Transduction and Targeted Therapy....

Close Winter brings short days and chilly temperatures, and you might find your mood mirroring these bleak winter days. Of course, many of us feel a little more sluggish during winter but for some people the winter blahs can develop into a more serious type of depression. 7 Foods to Boost Your Mood What Causes Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? One theory holds that the increased hours of darkness disrupt the brain chemicals that affect mood, such as serotonin and melatonin....