I am living with throw in 2 diabetes. As someone withtype 2 diabetes, entertaining and even just cooking for family can be challenging to navigate. Lighten the carb load by going half and half Half rice and half cauliflower rice in that side dish. Photo: Getty Images Half potato and halfcelery rootin yourmash. Half linguine and halfspiralized zucchini noodleswith your famous Sunday gravy. Half regular sugar and halfsugar substitutein your bakes....
We do it the way we’ve always done it. But it would be to our benefit to give it more attention. Here are 6 tricks for cooking pasta perfectly: 1. Photo: Photography / Kelsey Hansen, Styling / Greg Luna Boil Enough Water It’s tempting to skimp on the water when you’re boiling pasta. And after all, a regular saucepan of water boils faster than, say, a Dutch oven. But pasta needs more water than you might think to cook perfectly....
Correct your dish before it ever makes it to the table. Even those of us who cook every day have occasional slip-ups in the kitchen. The sometimes intensely hot sensation we feel as spiciness comes from a chemical called capsaicin. Photo: Getty Images / phive2015 / CSA-Printstock Dairy products are also acidic, which is another reason why they are effective at tempering spice. This gives us yet another reason to verify we have peanut butter in our pantries....
As uncomfortable as constipation can be, it can be a normal part of life. Read on to discover six reasons you’re constipated and how to get unplugged. Nothing sets in faster than panic when your internal plumbing has slowed. Getty Images I’m referring to your digestive system, of course. Constipation is one of the most common backdoor struggles, and2.5 million Americanssee the doctor yearly because of it. With constipation, you may successfully poop a little while the rest stubbornly stays inside....
Punch up salads, ice cream, casserolesyou name itwith these budget-friendly finds at TJs. Its incredibly popular and busy. Seriously, the Trader Joes down the street from where I live is alwaysalwaysbusy. Photo:Eating Well/Getty Images/Trader Joe’s And for good reason. The small shop has great prices, welcoming employees, very inexpensive wine and an inviting shopping experience. What truly sets Trader Joes apart, however, is the high-quality and often-unique food. Eating Well/Amazon...
Make a delicious vegan cocktail for tonight’s happy hour. Whether you use tequila, gin, wine or bourbon, these cocktails are sure to become favorites. Drinks like Pomegranate Margaritas and Whipped Frozen Creamsicle are refreshing, tasty and perfect for all. The secret to the straight-from-the-ice-cream truck taste of this creamy frozen treat? Unsweetened vanilla coconut milk brings just a hint of sweetness while keeping this added-sugar-free and vegan. You could also use a sweetened coconut milk if you prefer a little more sweetness....
There could be more of a connection between stress and digestive health than you were aware of. We have the details, along with how to relieve stress for a healthier gut. Ever get so overwhelmed that you started to feel physical symptoms? Maybe an upset stomach? Well, you’re not alone. There is a growing body of research that is exploring stress and what it does to the gut. Our gastrointestinal (GI) tracts have their own nervous system-theenteric nervous system....
you might put these scraps right into your garden, no compost bin required. I love to garden. First, you oughta get seedlings or seeds, then supplies, dirt, compost and tools. Photo: Getty Images / StefaNikolic It can add up before you know it. But there are several ways to cut down costs if you’re on a budget. One way to save money is by using food scraps as fertilizers for your garden....
These lifestyle strategies are small but mighty! Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images Insulin resistance may not be on your radar, but it should be. Thats important because cells rely on insulin all day, every day, to effectively use glucose for fuel. Photo:Klaus Vedfelt / Getty Images Plus, it can reduce your long-term risk of many chronic illnesses. How can you protect against insulin resistance? What makes fiber so special? These fatty acids stick together and harden the cell wall, which causes insulin resistance....
Taking action even in the smallest ways can provide meaningful support. For the person who has cancer, support from family and friends is incredibly valuable. If you havent experienced this personally, you may wonder how you could best support them. Photo:Fly View Productions/Getty Images As a cancer survivor and medical professional, I know firsthand how invaluable this support is. My cancer returned with a vengeance at age 33 shortly after the birth of my second child....
Key Takeaways: Cholesterol can be a tricky topic. That said, too much of it can lead to complications in the body, such as heart disease. There are also two different types of cholesterol in our body:LDL and HDL. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. But here are some bad foods that actually help lower cholesterol levels. In fact, research has linked vegetable oils like canola with improved heart health and lower LDL levels....
If youve been avoiding these foods because you think theyll spike your numbers, get ready for a surprise. Photo: Heami Lee. If youre trying to manageor preventhigh blood pressure, it can sometimes be hard to know what to eat. Photo:Photo: Heami Lee. EatingWell design. No wonder dietitians are concerned. If youve been avoiding these six foods, they want you to bring them back to the table! Potassium-rich diets are consistently linked to lower blood pressure levels, she adds....
Including these foods may help you reach your health and weight-loss goals. When it comes to fat loss, one thing is for certain: what you eat matters. But should you actually cut them out of your diet? Photo: Getty Images / FabrikaCr / Nickilford First, its important to note that there are two types of body fat: subcutaneous and visceral. While some fat is necessary for health, excess visceral fat can cause long-term health problems....
