Can what you eat really improve your mental wellness? Here are 5 foods to focus on for mental wellness. 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. Here are five foods to add to your diet for better mental health. Plants OK, this is more like a food category....
One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Conversely, ananti-inflammatory dietmay have preventive benefits for each of these diseases. Komar explains, “Inflammation is sometimes confusing, because it may seem contradictory. On one hand, inflammation is a healthy process, allowing the body’s ability to heal itself. This is acute inflammation, the good inflammation. When inflammation persists, it may become dangerous; a condition called chronic low-grade inflammation....
Showcase the flavors of spring with these delicious and convenient produce picks. This change in weather also brings a shift in the produce selection available at the market. Heres what to grab. Photo:Photographer: Caitlin Bensel, Food stylist: Emily Nabors Hall Avocados April marks the beginning of avocado season in the United States. In fact, just one-quarter of an avocado provides 2.5 grams of filling fiber, according to theUSDA. Consider making ourAvocado Caprese Saladto reap the benefits of this superfruit....
Cold and flu season is at its peak. Heres what to toss into your cart to stay healthy at the end of winter. From fresh, in-season produce to shelf-stable picks, there is something for everyone in this list. Photo:Photographer: Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen Heres what you’re gonna wanna toss into your cart this month. Their red hue is gorgeous, and they offer quite the nutritional punch, too....
Make the most of summer fruits and vegetables with this seasonal produce guide. Tomatoes Tomatoesare an excellent example of summer produce at its best. To me, theres nothing more simple or more delicious than a perfectly ripe tomato. Photo:Brittany Conerly Its sweet, juicy and doesnt need much more than a pinch of salt and pepper. Adante Hart, M.P.H., RDN, LDN, agrees and recommends trying a variety of tomatoes. Hart recommends choosing tomatoes that are firm, with bright skin....
Parents and teachers were on to something when they urged us to eat our carrots for better eyesight. This so-called super power of crunchy orange carrots comes from vitamin A, a fat-soluble essential vitamin. While we need to get vitamin A in our diet, too much can be toxic. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Tuna Vitamin A: 643 mcg per 3 oz. U.S. Department of Agriculture. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements....
Add these gallbladder-friendly foods to smoothies, salads, soups, bowls and more. Storing bilea digestive fluid your liver produces to help break down fats. When you eat, your gallbladder contracts and releases bile into your digestive tract to support digestion. Photo:Eating Well/Getty Images Certain eating patternslike theMediterraneanandDASH dietscan also support gallbladder health. Fiber supports gallbladder health by aiding in digestion and moving food through the colon, says Hart. Check out these18 Leafy Green-Packed Recipes That Arent Salads....
And what to do instead. And how to store fruit correctly isn’t as straightforward as you might think. There are a variety of issues at playand those can vary from one kitchen to another. Getty Images Here we outline five common fruit storage mistakes and what you should do instead. You Wash Berries Before Refrigerating Them It can be tempting to give berries a rinse beforestoring themin the refrigerator. Plus it can save time later, no?...
Its time to head to the produce aisle! Getty Images, EatingWell design. Key Takeaways Almost all of us could use morefiber. Photo:Getty Images, EatingWell design. ).That doesnt just spell trouble for our digestive health. Of course, whole grains like oatmeal can help. For instance, a half-cup of dry oats provides 4 grams of fiber. So, keep eating that oatmeal. But load your shopping cart with these fiber-rich fruits, too! Avocados...
Apples are crunchy, sweet (or tart) and satisfying. You know the old saying: “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Turns out there’s more truth to that than you might think. Apple Nutrition The nutrition varies slightly between the different apple varieties, but not all that much. Here’s the nutrition breakdown for one medium apple, per theUSDA. Apples have one other feel-full benefit: They take time to eat. Apples also have a low glycemic index, which means yourblood sugar levelsdon’t spike when you eat them....
Fruity, chocolaty or packed with spicethere’s a birthday cake to fit every occasion. Not quite as easy as boxed cake mixes, but those often contain trans fats. Our simple “from scratch” recipe gives you a home-baked cake with healthful canola oil and whole-wheat flour. Jennifer Causey A mixture of flax and water makes a sturdy substitute for eggs in this vegan cake. Plus, sweet crushed pineapple helps to make this cake delicious with less added sugar....
Nightshades, canola oil, sugaroh my! But how much truth is there to those claims? Here we tease out fact from fiction and share research-backed advice and delicious anti-inflammatory recipes to support your health. Michela Buttignol The word inflammation inherently sounds scary. Who wants to be inflamed? But its not always bad. Michela Buttignoal Thats the good side of inflammation. But like most things in life, there can be too much of a good thing....
They may seem obvious, but were all guilty of these habits. Rapid Eye/Getty Images ItsNational Fire Prevention Week, and fittingly, this years theme surrounds cooking safety. Related:What Happens When You Put Foil in an Air Fryer? Photo:Rapid Eye/Getty Images You dont monitor your active stove or oven. It may seem obvious, but were all at least a little guilty. McKelvey stated that this is a no-go. Home Cooking Fires report....
