3 Functional foods for all-day energy
You have a busy life, and now that the weather is nicer and Covid-19 restrictions are loosening up, you will likely find yourself with a busier schedule. How can you be sure that you’re fueling your body with food that will elevate your energy and sustain you with continuous strength? According Read More...
6 ways to pack more leafy greens into your diet
We’ve all heard that green veggies - like kale, spinach, cabbage, or collard greens - are a must for our diets. These nutritional powerhouses are packed full of vitamin K, vitamin C, iron, calcium, magnesium, protein, fiber lutein, carotene, and more. This stellar health profile gives them the Read More...
6 super healthy gluten-free grains
Gluten sensitivity is much more common these days, however, those who have sworn off gluten could be missing out on many health benefits and important nutrients. “Even if you’re gluten sensitive, you don’t have to give up all whole grains,” says the author of The South Beach Diet Gluten Read More...
Don't toss that out! Why we should all be eating beet stems
Beets are a versatile and vibrant veggie that offer an abundance of health benefits… but did you know that beet greens (i.e., the stem of the leafy stem of the vegetable) are also full of nutrients? Two registered dietitians and a private chef share how to prepare and eat beet greens and give Read More...
7 powerful benefits of pomegranates
Pomegranate season is upon us yet again, and to celebrate, we want to explore the many health benefits of this ruby-red jewel of a fruit. “One cup of pomegranate arils contains about seven grams of fiber and three grams of protein,” nutritionist Amy Shapiro, MS, RD, CDN tells Well+Good. Read More...
7 Foods that are good for you and the planet
From beef to almonds, we hear a lot of discussion about the least sustainable foods, but what about the most sustainable foods? If you’re looking to adjust your diet to be more healthy for you and the planet, here are some options to green up your plate. Oats. This popular breakfast choice Read More...
These nutritious benefits make avocados as healthy as they are trendy
Avocado is the trademark food of brunch-loving millennials, but as it turns out, this trendy fruit has not only a delicious buttery flavor but also many great health benefits! Here are a few reasons why you should incorporate avocado into your diet. Full of healthy fats. Avocados are rich in Read More...
15 healthy longer-lasting staples to keep in your kitchen
Whipping up an easy meal or snack that’s packed with nutrients usually requires a well-stocked kitchen. However, if you're trying to avoid food waste, then you are likely not stocking up on a lot of highly perishable items. That said, there are still several healthy, long-lasting staples for your Read More...
Craving a sweet treat? Dates offer these 7 health benefits
Building healthy eating habits can be tough if you’ve got a sweet tooth, but fortunately, naturally-sweet options like fruit can serve as satisfying substitutes. One great option for a healthy sweet treat are dates. These little sugar bombs are nature’s candy, but with way more nutritional Read More...
How a city of 2.5 million ensures everyone has free access to healthy food
In a nation characterized by abundance, it’s baffling that some 10.5 percent of households in the US suffer from food insecurity. This fact becomes even more stupefying when we consider that an estimated 30 to 40 percent of America’s food supply winds up in the trash. With this in mind, we ask Read More...