5 Fall Superfoods to Support Your Immune System during Cold and Flu Season

Pictured Recipe:Massaged Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potato & Black Beans The temperatures are dropping and sweater weather is nearly upon us. Here atEatingWell, this is when we bust out ourslow cookersor turn tocomforting fall soups. Though fall can bring a variety of delicious seasonal flavors, the cooler temps can also bring on cold and flu season. While no specific food is a surefire way to prevent illness, there are certainfoods and nutrients to eat more of for a healthy immune system....

January 18, 2025 · 3 min · 550 words · Richard Garcia

5 Food Scraps You Can Use for Your Plants

Welcome toThrifty. A weekly column where assistant nutrition editor and registered dietitian, Jessica Ball, keeps it real on how to grocery shop on a budget, make healthy meals for one or two, and make earth-friendly choices without overhauling your entire life. Getty Images / AzmanJaka Food Scraps You Can Give to Plants Coffee Grounds Already had your cup of morning Joe? Don’t throw away those coffee grounds just yet. Thegrounds from coffee are rich in nitrogen, a nutrient that many house plants and vegetables like onions, lettuce and corn love....

January 18, 2025 · 3 min · 552 words · Sarah Brown

5 Foods People Should Eat Every Day to Help Prevent Diabetes

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleNutsOatmealFruitsVegetablesLegumes In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Nuts Oatmeal Fruits Vegetables Legumes There’s no magical cure for diabetes, but you can take measures to decrease your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. A lot of our risk is genetic but lifestyle factors—such as exercise and a healthy diet—can reduce your chances for type 2 diabetes, even when you have prediabetes. So what exactly is considered a healthy diet for preventing diabetes?...

January 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1534 words · Gabriel Kelly

5 Foods That (Pretty Much) Never Expire

Trying to cut down on food waste? (USDA research showsthat Americans toss 30 to 40% of the food we grow and manufacture.) Or limiting trips to the grocery store to slow the spread of the coronavirus? Attempting to keep your supermarket bill morebudget-friendly? These pantry staples, which will last nearly indefinitely when stored properly, deliver on all three fronts. Stock up on these pantry items, then mix them with the long-lasting produce you have handy for easy dinners in a pinch....

January 18, 2025 · 3 min · 506 words · Michelle Galvan

5 Foods That Are Packed with Electrolytes, According to Dietitians

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhat Are Electrolytes?Electrolyte-Packed FoodsFAQs In This ArticleView All View All In This Article What Are Electrolytes? Electrolyte-Packed Foods FAQs Close Photo:PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY, FOOD STYLIST: RUTH BLACKBURN, PROP STYLIST: SHELL ROYSTER PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY, FOOD STYLIST: RUTH BLACKBURN, PROP STYLIST: SHELL ROYSTER Electrolytes are a trending topic in the nutrition and wellness world, and for good reason. They play a role in many bodily processes that are crucial for functioning at our best....

January 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1490 words · Summer Tucker

5 Foods That Could Be Making You Gassy, According to a Dietitian

Fourteen times a day—that’s how often mostpeople pass gas. Everyone experiences gas, and though it’s mostly harmless, loud sounds and lingering smells can be embarrassing. The toots may result from swallowing too much air from drinking carbonated drinks, chewing gum or even drinking too fast, according to theNational Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. That’s proof that gas andbloating can be totally normal. But more often than not, certain foods and drinks can stimulate those familiar tummy gurgles....

January 18, 2025 · 4 min · 748 words · Scott Moore

5 Foods That Could Negatively Impact Your Sleep

5 Nutrients to Eat for Better Sleep—and How to Incorporate Them Into Your Diet Getty Images / Boy_Anupong I reached out to three sleep experts who noted that diet’s influence on quality shut-eye is as much about what youdon’teat and drink as what you do. Read on to learn about five foods that could negatively impact your sleep. What I Did For One Week For Better Sleep Caffeine Alcohol “Many people drink alcohol because they think it will help them sleep,” says Frank Scheer, Ph....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 311 words · Marissa Chavez

5 Foods to Eat for Better Mental Health

If you’re a “live to eat” kind of person, we see you. You get joy from food on the daily. Us, too, to be honest. But we’re looking beyond the enjoyment of a fantastic meal. We’re talking about the (science-backed) connection between what you eat and your mental wellness, an area of research that is growing right now. So, yes, this absolutely applies to our fellow “live to eat” people, but also those “eat to live” folks (basically, everyone)....

January 18, 2025 · 4 min · 759 words · James Robertson

5 Foods to Reduce Inflammation During Cancer Treatment

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleChronic Inflammation & Breast CancerDiet During TreatmentFoods to IncludeTips & Advice In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Chronic Inflammation & Breast Cancer Diet During Treatment Foods to Include Tips & Advice Close Around 2.3 million people worldwide were diagnosed with breast cancer in 2022.In the United States alone, it is estimated that 276,480newcases of breast cancer were diagnosed, making it the most prevalent type of cancer....

January 18, 2025 · 10 min · 1951 words · Helen Holmes

5 Foods to Stock Up on in April, According to Dietitians

ClosePhoto:Photographer: Caitlin Bensel, Food stylist: Emily Nabors HallThe leap into April is a sign that crisp mornings are making way for sun-kissed evening skies. This change in weather also brings a shift in the produce selection available at the market. When you’re out shopping, snag these five seasonal selections and pantry staples that can help you create convenient, healthy meals that celebrate spring. Here’s what to grab.30 Seasonal Recipes to Make in April1....

January 18, 2025 · 17 min · 3612 words · Morgan Rubio

5 Foods to Stock Up on in February, According to a Dietitian

Close Photo:Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen With February being the peak of cold and flu season, if you haven’t gotten sick yet, it may be on the horizon. Here atEatingWell, we want to arm you with intel on how to stock your kitchen with foods that provide nutrients that keep you well....

January 18, 2025 · 5 min · 1012 words · Melissa Reed

5 Foods to Stock Up on in January, According to a Dietitian

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleOrangesSeafoodSpinachTropical FruitMushrooms In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Oranges Seafood Spinach Tropical Fruit Mushrooms Close Photo: Getty Images 20 Top Healthy Eating Habits, According to a Dietitian 1. Oranges There’s a reason registered dietitians recommend eating seasonally. It’s because freshly-harvested food is at its peak when it comes to nutrition and flavor. In the winter months, citrus fruit, like oranges, are readily available and incredibly delicious....

January 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1561 words · Gerald Richardson

5 Foods to Stock Up On in July, According to Dietitians

ClosePhoto:Brittany ConerlyWhile I love the gourds of fall and the grassy green shoots of spring, it’s the summer produce that always brings me the most joy. Maybe it’s because the warmer weather that comes along with the juicy melons and even juicier tomatoes reminds me of picnics and beach excursions. Or perhaps it’s because my work as a registered dietitian becomes a little easier: I let the delicious, nutritous seasonal foods do all of the talking....

January 18, 2025 · 27 min · 5581 words · Robert Cochran

5 Foods to Stock Up On in June, According to Dietitians

Close Photo:PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY, FOOD STYLIST: TORIE COX, PROP STYLIST: CLAIRE SPOLLEN PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY, FOOD STYLIST: TORIE COX, PROP STYLIST: CLAIRE SPOLLEN June marks the official beginning of summer, and with that, an abundance of fresh produce is hitting store shelves. If you have a green thumb, you may reap the benefits of the seasonal produce in your own garden, but for those who (like me) can barely keep their house plants alive, farmers' markets and grocery stores are your go-to....

January 18, 2025 · 6 min · 1188 words · Kelsey Buchanan

5 Foods to Stock Up on in March, According to a Dietitian

Close Photo:Ali Redmond Ali Redmond The 8 Best Budget-Friendly Fruits & Vegetables to Buy in Spring 1. Papaya If March has you feeling like you need a dose of sunshine in plant form, then grab a papaya the next time you’re at the store.Papayasare only available for a few months a year, so get them while they’re in season, recommendsDiana Mesa, RDN, CDCES, founder of En La Mesa Nutrition. Papayas are rich in vitamins A and C, potassium and fiber, and they have a delicious and unique flavor that goes great in smoothies, oats and yogurt or can be enjoyed on their own, says Mesa....

January 18, 2025 · 4 min · 687 words · Daniel Barnett