Soaking up those rays may not be enough for these particular conditions. FreshSplash/Getty Images How convenient it is to get one of your daily vitamins from the sun. In addition, vitamin D supports healthy immune function, which is top of mind during the winter months. Photo:FreshSplash/Getty Images Maintaining optimal levels of vitamin D can also contribute to an overall sense of well-being. Getting a sufficient amount of vitamin D can also help to reduce inflammation in the body....

Celebrate a classic fall flavor with these dessert recipes featuring pumpkin puree. This easy pie recipe will just anyone at your table this holiday. The two parts together are delicious (and you’d be hard-pressed to find an easier fall dessert)! Pumpkin Spice Latte Cookies Indulge your PSL obsession with these pumpkin spice cookies. Instant espresso powder gives these soft, cakey cookies a subtle yet recognizable coffee flavor. Spread with cream cheese frosting (with more pumpkin pie spice flavors) and sprinkle with cinnamon to finish....

Whip up a sweet treat with these healthy dessert recipes. Cook this fudgy brownie in a mug in the microwave and it’s ready in less than a minute! For this red-white-and-blue dessert, frozen mini phyllo cups work the best. Keep them nestled in their tray for easy transport to a picnic or potluck. Peanut butter adds a natural swirl of flavor for a sweet and satisfying dessert with no added sugar....

These diabetes-friendly recipes are simple to make and require minimal cleanup thanks to the Instant Pot. Plus, cooking them in the Instant Pot will help you save time without sacrificing flavor. Our Pressure-Cooker Hummus and Instant-Pot Potato Soup are great choices for any day of the week. Greg Dupree Enter the pressure cooker. It packs in tons of filling veggies without packing on the calories. Plus, it happens to be entirely plant-based....

These easy eggplant recipes are a delicious choice for dinner this week. Hasselback Eggplant Parmesan The coolest way to make classic eggplant parm–and easier too! Serve with brown basmati rice and naan. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2019 Easy Eggplant Stir-Fry This eggplant stir-fry is easy to make. Jalapeno peppers can vary from mild to very spicy. If you gotta cut the heat, opt for small sweet peppers in their place....

Our nonalcoholic cocktail recipes are delicious, refreshing and packed with fresh flavor. These easy mocktail recipeslike our Mojito Mocktails or Basil Lemonadeare cool, tasty and something everyone can enjoy. Virgin Layered Strawberry-Mango Margaritas This frozen mocktail is so delicious and beautiful! Or, set out optional alcoholic mix-ins, like tequila and/or vodka, for a mix-your-own cocktail station. Mock Margarita This “cocktail” looks just like its tequila-laced counterpart but is alcohol-free! With only 58 calories per drink it’s perfect for dieters....

These soups and stews are ready in a flash thanks to a pressure cooker. From creamy, comforting soups to hearty chilis, there’s a warm and yummy recipe for everyone. Garnish with the classic potato soup fixings–bacon, scallions and melted Cheddar cheese. Antonis Achilleos All you have to do is pop the frozen ingredients into your multicooker and turn it on. The addition of chopped zucchini and corn gives each bowl a nutritional boost....

Here are a few expert-approved ways to help. The answer is not a juice cleanse, detox or quick fix. kindly don’t waste your money. Getty Images / martin-dm It’s much easier than that, trust us (and doesn’t cost a thing). Try oneor all eightof these tips from the experts and your clothes will be fitting in no time. Stress can lower NEAT, too. The easiest way to increase NEAT is to walk more every day....

Get ahead of the day-of frenzy with these mouthwatering appetizers. you’re free to use it as a dip with fresh veggies or as a sandwich spread. Doing so will ensure any bits of feta are broken down, and youll avoid a grainy texture. PHOTOGRAPHER: RACHEL MAREK, FOOD STYLIST: ANNIE PROBST Lemon-Thyme Whipped Ricotta This stunning yet easy appetizer recipe infuses creamy ricotta with fresh herbs and lemon. Serve with whole-grain crackers and cut-up vegetables or use as a spread for sandwiches or sauce for pasta....

I like to cook with a lot of vegetables, but the waste can really pile up. I was becoming horrified to see the amount of food scraps going into the trash. So I started a compost bin. I feel better since the compostable stuff is at least going to good use. Is it all compost or can I find another use for it? It’s a great way to reduce food waste and have delicious homemade broth ready whenever you need it....

We need some sodium in our diets to be healthy. It is a nutrient that helps keep your heart beating, balances fluid levels throughout your body and more. Over time, consistently getting too much sodium can lead to heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke. Banana Bananas provide potassium and one medium fruit has about9% of your daily value(422 mg). They are also high in fiber, which also helps lower your risk of heart disease....

Keep blood sugar in check and help prevent prediabetes by incorporating these foods into your diet. (Phipps also has pop in 1 diabetes.) How Blood Sugar Affects Your Energy Here’s how that works. Photography / Greg DuPree, Styling / Ruth BlackBurn / Julia Bayless Ideally, you want to keep blood sugar from spiking or plunging to maintain steady energy throughout the day. While blood sugar that’stoo lowknown as hypoglycemiacan be life-threatening for people with diabetes....

Need to go number two? These high-fiber foods may help get things moving ASAP. When it comes to staying regular, it’s all about your diet. Certain foods can back you up, while others can get your bowels movingfast. Why must you poop? “Pooping is so important because our digestive health says a lot about our overall health. One example we can all relate to is experiencing diarrhea after eating something bad or not feeling well....