Magnesium vs. Fiber: Which Is Better to Help You Poop? Here's What Gastroenterologists Say

Constipation is uncomfortable, but two nutrients can help ease your symptoms. Doctors say you should start with one first. Having regular bowel movements not only keeps your tummy happy, its also good for your health. Yet, about 16% of American adults suffer from constipation, an uncomfortable and sometimes painful condition. These are both known for moving things along in the gastrointestinal tractbut which should you try first? What Is Magnesium? Magnesium is a mineral present in many foods....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 218 words · Billy Le

Mahi-e Shekam Por (Oven-Roasted Fish with Onion, Lemon, Fenugreek & Cilantro)

(If not, ask the fishmonger to do it for you.) Leaving the head and tail intact makes them easy to work withand the presentation at the table is impressive. Add thinly sliced onion and cook, stirring often, until starting to brown, 3 to 6 minutes. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cilantro is very soft, 1 to 2 minutes. Place half of the lemon and onion rounds in a single layer in the middle of the prepared pan....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 176 words · Michele Garcia

Mainland Lu'au

To me, the word lu’au is only jarring when taken out of the context of Hawai’i. Opening the restaurant forced me to approach dishes and flavors less haphazardly. But I found a suitable replacement for them with collard greens. Photo: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst Making it allays my homesickness for both Hawai’i and Hong Kong. It’s also a dish that can be made far in advance and frozen into lazy weeknight dinner portions....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 215 words · Brenda Armstrong

Make Cilantro-Lime Corn on the Cob in an Air Fryer

Your air fryer can turn out a fantastic batch of corn on the cob. Pick out small ears, or trim them slightly so that they fit into the air fryer basket. Ingredients 4freshmediumcorn(about1 1/2lb. Photo: Karen Rankin ), shucked Cooking spray 1 12tablespoonsunsalted butter 2teaspoonschoppedgarlic 1teaspoonlime zest plus1Tbsp. Cook at 400F until tender and slightly charred, 14 minutes, turning corn over halfway through cooking. Meanwhile, stir together butter, garlic, lime zest and lime juice in a small microwavable bowl....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 131 words · Lauren Payne

Make Your Own Herbal Tea Blends

Look to your garden for all the ingredients you should probably make homemade herbal tea. Try our tea-blends ideas for healthy digestion, stress soothing and energy. One of the easiest ways to incorporate more homegrown edibles into your daily diet is to add herbs. Photo: AJ Ragasa (Glasswing) Besides having amazing scents, herbs have medicinal properties that are sometimes amplified with the addition of hot water. For centuries, herbalists have been perfecting concoctions of tea blends to cure common ailments....

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 523 words · Michael Stevens

Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos with Eggs, Cheese & Spinach

Mornings just got easier with these satisfying breakfast burritos made with eggs, spinach, serrano peppers and cheese. Heat oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-low heat. Add serrano and paprika; cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Photo: Ali Redmond Add spinach; cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, 1 to 2 minutes. Roll snugly, tucking in the ends as you go. Wrap tightly in the foil and freeze for up to 3 months....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 138 words · Patrick Chapman

Making Pizza With a Pizza Stone and Pizza Peel

Transform your regular oven into a pizza oven by baking directly on a hot pizza stone. Most of us love a good slice of pizzadelivery, homemade or frozen pizza. But as much as we want our homemade pizza to taste just like delivery, it’s pretty challenging. That challenge is usually with the crust. Most conventional ovens don’t operate at such high heat, so you have to do some workarounds. Here’s how to do it....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 101 words · Eric Humphrey

Making This Swap Could Lower Your Stroke Recurrence Risk by 14%, New Study Says

This simple substitute may reduce your risk of another stroke. Eating Well/Getty Images Sodium is an essential micronutrient necessary for your body to run efficiently. It acts as a mineral and an electrolyte, and its involved in several functions. Photo:Eating Well/Getty Images The problem with sodium, though, is that most of us get too much of it. They published their original findings in an issue ofJAMA Cardiologypublished today.Heres what they found....

April 20, 2025 · 3 min · 452 words · Courtney Ferguson

Mandy Moore Just Shared the Foods That She Focuses On to Help Manage Her Eczema

I know when Im eating better, its going to be reflected in the way I feel. But behind the scenes, shes a working mom advocating for more awareness on her chronic skin condition. Lo and behold, I was diagnosed with atopic dermatitis. Photo:Kevin Winter/Getty Images Moore:Some of the things that trigger me trigger a lot of people with eczema, like stress. I noticed that making slight dietary changes in my life have also been helpful....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Michael Palmer

Maneet Chauhan Just Shared Her Top 3 Pantry Staples She Always Has on Hand

Plus her favorite soup, a sneak peek of her holiday table spread and more. EatingWell:What are your top three pantry staples that you always have on hand? Its versatility is incredible. Photo:Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images Another thing which I always have in my pantry is some good panko. That is something that I can always transform. And I have fresh ginger-garlic paste all the time because its such a flavor bomb....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 268 words · Kimberly Macdonald

Mango & Kale Smoothie

Blend on medium-low speed, using the tamper as necessary, until well combined. Increase speed to medium-high and blend until very smooth. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Photo: Casey Barber (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 46 words · Sarah Thomas

Mango & Kiwi with Fresh Lime Zest

Kiwi and mango get a burst of citrus flavor in this easy fruit salad recipe. Serve at room temperature or cold. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 43 words · Eric Kramer

Mango Fruit Leather

This no-sugar-added fruit snack is a healthy treat kids and adults will both love. Puree mangoes, water and lemon juice in a blender until smooth. Pour into a medium saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Pour the puree onto the prepared baking sheet. With a rubber spatula, very evenly spread into a thin rectangle, no thicker than 1/8 inch thick. Bake until dry to the touch, 4 to 6 hours....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Tina Bell