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The best coffee alternative if you want to wean off traditional coffee: Roasted fig Shop Now If fig coffee isn’t already on your radar, we have some pretty good reasons why it should be. First of all, figs are full of vitamins and minerals, like potassium, iron, vitamins A and E, and alkaline. They’re also […]
Welcome to Grocery Diaries, a new series that illustrates just how varied and personalized “healthy eating” really is. So many factors impact the choices we make at the grocery store, including access and affordability, health conditions, our individual cultural backgrounds, even what simply makes us (and our taste buds) happy. So we asked people across […]
Take a pause to check in with yourself in the afternoon by making yourself a cup of calm tea. Not only do herbal, calming teas help you to relax on a cellular level, but taking a break in the afternoon to slow down, make a cup of tea, and give yourself a few minutes to […]
This crunchy snack is an American success story. On a mild morning in November 1979, when a group of students clambered over the walls of the American Embassy in Tehran, I, the modest pistachio, might have been the furthest thing from everyone’s mind. As that day turned into an infamous hostage crisis, few were likely […]
We’ll freely admit that our pancake day can be a little basic. Once a huge batch of pancakes is made, the energy required to make intriguing fillings as well often goes missing, so we end up sticking to an unimaginative mix of lemon juice and sugar, chocolate spread, and just way too much cheese. This […]
The Super Bowl is the perfect excuse to gather around the TV and eat an endless buffet of snacks. For sports fans, Super Bowl Sunday is one of the best times of the year, and it’s not just because of the game. Even if you don’t care for football, at least there are plenty of […]
Mardi Gras isn’t subtle, and neither is this sugary, rainbow-colored confection. Find out what king cake is all about—and what’s up with the baby hidden inside. Mardi Gras is arguably the biggest, flashiest party in the country. With its grand parades, colorful beads, elaborate masks, and booze-filled revelry, you probably think you have a pretty […]
Who says smoothies are only for the summer! This Cinnamon Tahini Smoothie is the perfect flavor to enjoy year-round. Whether you enjoy your smoothies for breakfast or in the afternoon for an energy boost or as a dessert, this tahini smoothie has everything you need to maintain your energy throughout the day and keep you […]
Your food portions will change from meal to meal, and day to day. As they do, it’s important for you to develop an understanding of what that is so you can use those little insights about yourself feel more confident in how to best nourish your unique body. Learning to listen to your body’s hunger […]
Then there’s the fact that naturally fiber-rich foods, like whole grains, are packed with additional helpful nutrients. Most whole grains contain B vitamins and minerals such as selenium and magnesium, says Dr. Feresin, which can help your body regulate blood pressure, ward off damage to the cells, and more. If you’re looking for ways to […]
Thermos Food Jar with Microwavable Liner $ 23 Shop Now This cool food jar is great for putting your hot pasta, soup, or veggies in it to keep at prime temperature, and if you want to store things to remain cool, it will keep it at your desired temperature too! The Thermos vacuum insulation technology […]
Generally speaking, “giving financially is the most efficient way to help, because food banks have purchasing power beyond what you or I have,” Fitzgerald says. Food banks can stretch a dollar much further because they can secure huge quantities of food at reduced prices, Fitzgerald explains, as well as buy exactly what’s needed. Plus, food […]
Snacks Craving something salty, crunchy, chewy, or sweet? The dollar store has you covered. The wide array of snacks is a gold mine for munchies of all varieties including crackers, pretzels, chips, popcorn, nuts, dried fruits, and trail mixes. Whether you are planning a relaxed game-day get-together, need something fun to tuck into a lunchbox, […]
North Carolina One of only 64 Forbes Five Star restaurants in the world, Herons in Cary, North Carolina, is the signature restaurant of The Umstead Hotel and Spa. Led by Executive Chef Steven Greene, Herons offers dynamic, decadent, and refined American cuisine inspired by the rich natural beauty of its region. Currently, they are serving […]
Use this mindful eating exercise to compassionately explore your current eating habits and what is and is not working for you. Do you ever feel like nourishing yourself well still doesn’t come fully naturally and consistently for you? Maybe you notice you’re always hungry or have strong cravings. Or maybe you know you can’t stop […]