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And some of the top brain-friendly foods to add to your rotation. Oh, and there are happiness benefits, too. So what exactly happens to your brain when you follow the Mediterranean diet? Getty Images Here’s a deeper look. May Improve Your Cognitive Capabilities Incorporating the principles of the Mediterranean diet can shore up your smarts. The perks seemed more pronounced for people who cooked with olive oil. And there’s more....

Not all green-colored cabbages are the same! Learn the differences and how to enjoy them. As part of our curriculum, we cooked cuisines from around the world. Photo:Images: levkr, chengyuzheng, Andrey Elkin I was amazed thatcabbage could be braisedinto something so tender that almost melted in your mouth. Or that big pieces could becharred on the grilland then tossed with spices for the most interesting flavor experience. Cabbages come in a variety of shapes and sizes, and heads can be tight and compact or loose....

In this healthy meal plan, delicious diabetes-friendly ingredients make balancing your blood sugar simple. Don’t miss the helpful “Diabetes Tips” throughout for more information on eating with diabetes. Looking for a different calorie level? See this plan at1,200,1,500and1,800calories. And don’t miss ourBest 7-Day Diabetes Meal Plan. Snack (275 calories, 36 g carbs) Top yogurt with raspberries and muesli. Season with a pinch each of salt and pepper. fat, 1,988 mg sodium....

Arrange Brie evenly over the tortilla. Microwave on High until the cheese starts to melt, about 30 seconds. Spread jam over the cheese. Photo:Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco Roll up and cut in half to serve. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco...

Baked Brie is a perennially popular appetizer. Lightly coat a mini muffin tin with cooking spray. Unroll pie crust onto a cutting board or clean surface. Flatten dough to about 12 inches in diameter. Cut 24 2-inch circles out of the dough with a biscuit cutter, rerolling scraps if needed. Place the dough circles in the prepared muffin cups, gently pressing on the bottom and sides. Prick the dough with a fork....

Adapted from theSpinach Puffsrecipe developed by Laura Kanya. Coat a 24-cup mini muffin pan with cooking spray. Unfold 1 puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface; gently roll into a 9-by-12-inch rectangle. Photo: Jordan Provost Cut into 12 (3-inch) squares. Gently press 1 pastry square into the bottom of each prepared muffin cup, letting the corners overhang. Repeat with the remaining puff pastry sheet. Divide roasted red peppers and feta evenly among the pastry cups, about 1 tablespoon of each....

Whip up this high-fiber, plant-based stir-fry for a quick and convenient dinner. Look for bottled teriyaki sauce labeledless sodiumorreduced sodiumto cut back on the salt without sacrificing flavor. Add coleslaw mix and cook, stirring, until the cabbage begins to soften, about 2 minutes. Photo: Carolyn A. Hodges, R.D. Stir in edamame and teriyaki sauce. Cook, stirring, until the edamame are heated through and the sauce thickens, about 1 minute more....

Not to mention, they’re also delicious! Here, we combine it with avocados in an easy no-cook meal. ensure the fillets are no more than 12 to 34 inch thick so they cook quickly. To make it a full, satisfying dinner, serve over cooked brown rice. If you like a spicy kick, add a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce at the end. Vary what’s in the stew according to the weekly bounty....

These 30 dinner recipes don’t include added sugar. This month is about eating healthy, nourishing meals sans sugar. A jar of sun-dried tomatoes does double duty for this healthy dinner recipe. Jennifer Causey Finely chopping the broccoli and spinach helps them cook faster and makes them easierand saferfor toddlers to eat. Have all your ingredients ready next to the stove because this omelet cooks up quickly. Caesar Salad with Grilled Steak Traditional Caesar salad dressing uses egg yolk to make it creamy....

Take on this challenge to boost the fiber-rich foods on your plate and reap the benefits. There are a lot of good things we could say about fiber. Most of us don’t get enough. Make an easy and nutritious dinner tonight with ourSheet-Pan Chicken Fajita Bowls. For a filling midday snack, try pairing sliced vegetables like carrots and cucumbers with hummus. Bonus points if you make your ownhummus from scratch....

This month, whip up a healthy and delicious dinner every day of the week with this 30-day plan. They’re quick and easy to make and cleanup is even faster! Giving lemons a quick sizzle in the skillet amps up the flavor of this piccata-inspired dish. Greg DuPree The heat helps release even more citrus juice and sweetens it too. When shopping for scallops, look for ones labeled “dry.” Spicing up the collards with paprika coats them with smoky flavor while keeping this dish vegetarian....

Enjoy a month of summer’s best low-carb Mediterranean recipes in this delicious and nutritious 30-day plan. In this version, we opt for a low carb Mediterranean plan. How We Create Meal Plans Registered dietitians thoughtfully createEatingWellsmeal plans to be easy-to-follow and delicious. Eva Kolenko This 1,500-calorie meal plan has modifications for 2,000 calories to support those with differentcalorie needs. While we previously included meal plans and modifications for 1,200 calories, we no longer do....

Join us for delicious recipes and inspiration to cut back on your sugar intake. Though sugar may be sweet, most of us are getting way too much added sugars in our days. This month is about eating healthy, staying sane and not letting your sugar intake get out of control. Getty / stocksnapper Join us for this 30-day challenge to slash your sugar. What Happens When You Consume Too Much Sugar?...