Though sugar may be sweet, most of us are getting way too much added sugars in our days. Rather than go completely sugar free this month, our goal was to help you cut down on sugar from processed foods and desserts and load up on healthier options. The recipes featured this month deliver protein, whole grains or vegetables to help keep your blood sugar from spiking and crashing. We also selected some sweet treats you can feel good about with little to no added sugar....

Close Photo: Clara Gonzalez TheMediterranean diet, one of thehealthiest eating patternsaround, can be easy and delicious to follow. This 30-day smoothie plan can help you make simple and healthy choices to start each morning this month. Each smoothie is packed with various fruit and vegetables alongside plant-based protein sources, so they will fit well into a balanced eating pattern. Recipes like our Strawberry-Banana Green Smoothie and Mixed-Berry Breakfast Smoothie nutritious, refreshing and can help keep you fueled for the day ahead....

CloseStruggling withconstipation? A month’s worth of smoothies can help with that. With at least6 grams of fiberper serving, this 30-day plan can help you get regular and feeling your best again. These flavorful and nutritious smoothies are packed with produce and perfect for breakfast or a grab-and-go option in a pinch. Recipes like our Cherry-Mocha Smoothie and Passion Fruit Smoothie are healthy, filling and tasty choices to help you get back on track....

Close If you are struggling to come up with dinner ideas every night, these recipes are for you. These 30 dinner recipes are ready in 30 minutes or less, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the changing seasons. These dinner ideas are quick, healthy and delicious with seasonal produce like citrus, asparagus and peas. Recipes like our Asparagus & Smoked Mozzarella Pizzettes and Lemon Shrimp & Orzo Salad are just two of the amazing meals you’ll want to make now that spring is in full swing....

Close Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickeyt, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickeyt, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless 01of 30Mozzarella, Tomato & Prosciutto SandwichPhotographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh HoggleThis prosciutto sandwich takes the classic ham-and-cheese sandwich to a new level with savory prosciutto and fresh, creamy mozzarella. The toasted bread adds a nice crispiness that complements the softness of the fillings....

Close Do you consider yourself vegan-curious? Do you want to increase your plant intake but not go full all-out vegan? What if you had a chance to try out a vegan(ish) diet for 30 days—one that gave ideas for what to eat toup your plant intake? Would you do it? If you said yes, then you’re in the right place! Our 30-Day Vegan Challenge will help you increase your fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds and beans, without having to go all-or-nothing vegan....

Close This month we have you covered with our healthy, quick vegan dinner recipes. From the Easy Eggplant Stir-Fry to the Vegan Minestrone Soup, there is ample inspiration to shake up your evening meal and help make meal planning easy. Packed with vegetables, whole grains andplant-basedprotein, these recipes provide impressive nutrition without sacrificing flavor and are easily paired together to create a delicious vegan weeklymeal plan. 01of 30Vegan JambalayaView RecipeYou won’t miss the meat in this healthy jambalaya recipe....

Close Looking to incorporate more vegan meals in your dinner rotation? This 30-day dinner plan is a great place to start. Not to mention, these meatless and dairy-free mains also follow theMediterranean diet, one of the healthiestplant-based eating patternsaround. Recipes like our One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta and Vegan Shepherd’s Pie are so delicious, you’ll be making them for months to come. 01of 30Sweet Potato & Black Bean ChiliView RecipePhotographer/Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist/Kay Clarke, Food Stylist/Emily Nabors HallMake a double batch of this quick vegetarian chili, full of black beans and sweet potatoes, and eat it for lunch the next day or freeze the extras for another night....

Close 30 days, 30 smoothies: this smoothie plan will keep your morning routine healthy and delicious. While these dairy-free drinks fit well into avegan eating pattern, anyone can enjoy these tasty options. Plus, they’re an easy way to add fruit and veggies to your diet. Recipes like our Almond Butter & Banana Protein Smoothie and Vegan Smoothie Bowl are perfect for a refreshing breakfast or a midday pick-me-up. 01of 30Almond Butter & Banana Protein SmoothieView RecipeAlmond butter adds nutty flavor plus 7 grams of protein to this healthy, protein-rich banana smoothie....

Close U.S. News & World Reportnamed the vegan diet as one of thebest weight-loss diets in 2021, and for good reason. Ditching animal products can help you fill up on high-fiber plant protein, which is typically lower in calories than animal protein—making it a prime option for those looking to lose weight. This vegan weekly meal plan delivers just that. Check out some of our delicious vegan dinners for weight loss that could please any meat-eater....

CloseIt’s no surprise that making a healthy dinner is a whole lot easier when you have a plan in place. Taking the time over the weekend to take inventory of what you already have on hand, write out a menu and grocery shop can make dinnertime much easier. But the reality is, things don’t always go as planned and some nights you’re left standing in your kitchen at 5 o’clock scratching your head trying to figure out what to make....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleYour Meal PlanSomething SweetWhat’s Inspiring Me This Week In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Your Meal Plan Something Sweet What’s Inspiring Me This Week CloseOur column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Nutritional needs differ from one individual to another, and we invite you to use these dinner plans as inspiration and tweak them as you see fit....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleYour Meal PlanSomething SweetWhat’s Inspiring Me This Week In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Your Meal Plan Something Sweet What’s Inspiring Me This Week CloseWhile I love cooking and could spend hours in the kitchen prepping delicious dishes while listening to my favorite music, the reality is that I don’t have that much time during the week. However, making healthy and flavorful meals is still a priority for me....

Active Time:30 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:4Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:30 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:4 Active Time:30 mins Active Time: 30 mins Total Time:30 mins Total Time: Servings:4 Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe Here’s how we made over this recipe to be healthy and diabetes-friendly: Another benefit to making mini meatloaves: it helps take the guesswork out of portion size! That’s especially important for diabetes, since tracking carbohydrates in mixed dishes like this one can be challenging....

Close Photo: Sara Haas Active Time:30 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:4Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:30 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:4 Active Time:30 mins Active Time: 30 mins Total Time:30 mins Total Time: Servings:4 Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe Here’s how we made this recipe diabetes-friendly 1.We roast the fish instead of fry it.Many fish taco recipes call for deep-frying breaded fish in lots of oil. We roast our salmon in the oven instead, and skip the breading in favor of a quick glaze using chipotle peppers, honey and Dijon mustard to kick things up a bit in the flavor department....