Close Featured recipe:One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta Those diced tomatoes in your pantry are more versatile than you think. Beyond stirring them into a pot of soup or chili, though, you might be surprised at how many ways diced tomatoes can inspire your dinner. We love that a can of diced tomatoes includes both the lighter tomato juices (a great stand-in for broth, as you’ll see below) and pieces of firm, diced tomato (no messy squeezing or mashing needed, as with stewed or whole versions)....

Close Photo: Getty Images Taking care of your gut health can be a tricky thing. When your microbiome—that’s the neighborhood of trillions of bacteria living in your gut—is put off-balance, the results can affectyour sleep,weightandeven digestion, among other things. What you eat can have an influence on your gut health, which is why we’re all about eatinglots of fiberandprobiotics, and your daily habits can also make an impact. 1. Enjoy your morning cup of joe....

You use your oven for so many things:roasting Brussels sprouts, making a baked potato and, of course, bakingdelicious desserts. Yet, there are some things youreallyshouldn’t put in your oven, as they can ruin your dish or cause a disaster in your kitchen.The last thing you want when cooking is to have a messy cleanup, or worse, set off your fire alarm! So, to keep your baking easy (and safe), here are a few things to keep away from your oven....

It started with a text. My husband:What pan would you use for broiling? Me:Skillet or baking sheet? Then silence. A few minutes later: Me:All metal, no coatings or special handles. Cast iron too. Him:One of these? (includes a picture of our all-metal baking sheets) Me:Any of those. Him:Not these? (includes a picture of our pricey, waffle-bottom, nonstick-coated baking sheets) Me:Nooooooooooo Him:Yeah… thought so. Me:Good man. Him:I chose poorly. Bad man....

In This ArticleView AllIn This Article5 Things You Should Never Store Under Your Kitchen Sink5 Things You Can Store Under Your Sink In This ArticleView All View All In This Article 5 Things You Should Never Store Under Your Kitchen Sink 5 Things You Can Store Under Your Sink Close Photo: Getty Images If your kitchen is anything like my kitchen, there is never enough storage. So, that large open cabinet under the kitchen sink seems like such a terrific place to stash some of your overflow!...

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleBingeing at the End of the DayEating Straight Out of the BagStaying Up Too LateSkipping Carbs at DinnerOpening the Fridge Without a Plan In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Bingeing at the End of the Day Eating Straight Out of the Bag Staying Up Too Late Skipping Carbs at Dinner Opening the Fridge Without a Plan Don’t worry—we aren’t going to tell you to stop eating after 5 p....

From what you put on your plate and how you move your body to your sleep habits and how you manage stress, you have the opportunity every single day to do something good for your brain (and, in turn, your body). Read on for 5 things you shouldn’t do—and 5 things you should—to boost your brain health and stay mentally sharp. These 13 Things Could Make You More Likely to Get Alzheimer’s, According to New Study...

“Anti-inflammatory diets” and “top anti-inflammatory foods” are hot topics, and the interest and popularity have led to a surge of online recommendations,recipesandmeal plans for how to reduce inflammation. All of this can make a pretty simple eating approach—increase foods that fight inflammation and decrease foods that cause inflammation—appear a lot more complicated than it really is. If you’re not sure where to start or what recommendations to prioritize, I’ve pulled together 10 tips for decreasing inflammation....

I have been traveling a lot lately, from seeing family over the holidays to vacation to business travel. And over the last few months, there are several things I’ve noticed while flying … for better or for worse. Whether you’re headed to a tropical getaway or a professional conference, air travel might feel like a stressor—especially these days. While everyone has their own preferred travel routine, there are a few habits that you might not realize could be pretty inconsiderate to your fellow passengers or flight crew....

Photo: Getty Images/Susumu YoshiokaThese days, it can be hard tokeep things neatand orderly. Since we’re still spending considerable amounts of time at home, keeping a clean space can fall to the bottom of the list. But staying organized doesn’t have to take a lot of time. We spoke withNAPO-certified professional home organizers Diane Quintana and Jonda Beattie, M. Ed., about the best tips to tidy up your house in just a few minutes....

Close Photo: Getty Images / Amy Sussman From boxes of pasta and cans of beans to half-full bags of flour, it’s easy for the kitchen pantry to become a cluttered and disorganized mess. And since most pantry-friendly items have a long shelf life, that mess isn’t likely to disappear anytime soon. Luckily, Marie Kondo, tidying expert and founder of the KonMari Method, is here to help your pantry stay tidy and neat....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleOil LightlyPrevent BurningUse a Skewer or a Grill BasketCut SmallerCook in Packets In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Oil Lightly Prevent Burning Use a Skewer or a Grill Basket Cut Smaller Cook in Packets 1. Oil the Vegetables Lightly Vegetables dry out when they hit the heat without a little oil. Before putting the veggies on the grill, toss them with a light coating of oil....

Breakfast has earned its reputation as the most important meal of the day. It’s a chance to start your morning off on the right foot-and research shows breakfast eaters are more likely to get key nutrients in their diets and to lose weight and keep it off. But if you’re not careful, what you think is a healthy breakfast could be a sugar bomb and leave you hungry soon after you eat....

When it comes to eating clean, snacks might be your biggest pitfall. It’s easy to reach for a convenient packaged food for snacking but clean-eating snacks should be, well, cleaner. Clean-eating snacks should be made from healthy whole foods like fruits, vegetables and healthy fats. While you can find clean packaged snack foods, you’ll want to read the ingredient list to make sure it’s short and simple and that there’s not a lot of added sugar lurking (if any)....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticlePick the Right PotatoCook Them CorrectlyDon’t Overcook or Undercook ThemDon’t OvermixServe Them Hot In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Pick the Right Potato Cook Them Correctly Don’t Overcook or Undercook Them Don’t Overmix Serve Them Hot Tip #1: Pick the Right Potato There are plenty of different kinds of potatoes out there, but all fall into three categories: waxy, starchy and all-purpose. When you’re talking mashed potatoes, Yukon Gold is best....