For years, beef has been unfairly painted as less than healthy. But studies show that this tasty red meat actually supplies 10 essential nutrients, including vitamins B6 and B12, iron, selenium, and zinc, that support an active and healthy lifestyle. Plus, beef is among the best sources of high-quality protein. But here’s the catch: if you’re eating conventional beef, you’re …
Cozy Casseroles
Whether you call them casseroles or hotdishes or something entirely different, these tasty one-dish meals are a staple of home menus. But you don’t need to rely on canned soups or processed carbs when creating your next casserole. Instead, the recipes here are full of good-for-you ingredients that not only nourish but also pack a family-friendly flavor punch. Bonus? Leftovers …
Cook Up a Healthier Holiday Season
When you consider the holidays, what comes to mind? For most of us, our holiday memories revolve around those special foods that grace the table from Halloween to New Year’s Eve. Festive? Absolutely! Healthy? Not so much. This year, shake things up by creating some new holiday traditions that provide the same joy, but with a side of better health. …
Life-Changing Chicken
Chicken again? Time to shake things up! Discover how America’s favorite source of protein can serve as a blank canvas for some mealtime creativity. Plus every one of these recipes fits nicely into a keto, paleo, or gluten-free diet. Hasselback Caprese Chicken Is your backyard vegetable garden overflowing with tomatoes and zucchini? Put that excess produce to work by stuffing …
Master Meal Prep
How often do you find yourself in the drive-thru or ordering a pizza after a hectic day? If it’s less occasional and more of a weekly (or daily) routine, consider meal prepping! Having a fridge filled with healthy, ready-to-eat dishes or pre-cooked ingredients you can quickly throw together can save you time and money, all while keeping your family well …
Break the Fast!
It’s been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Whether that’s actually true may be up for debate, but these delectably healthy recipes will definitely elevate breakfast to your favorite meal of the day! Shakshuka This twist on the classic North African and Middle Eastern dish can be eaten for breakfast or served as breakfast …
Cook to Beat Inflammation!
Over the past two decades, scientists have linked chronic inflammation to a growing list of diseases. And while smoking, overindulging in alcohol, and stress can all contribute to inflammation, the biggest source is often as close as your kitchen! In fact, many of the foods we eat—especially industrialized and ultra-processed foods—fuel inflammation throughout the body. But just making some simple …
Grill Happy!
Too hot to cook indoors? Fire up the grill with our healthy dinner ideas Nothing’s better on a hot summer night than dinner on the grill. But if you simply can’t face yet another burger, check out one of our healthy grilled alternatives that are bursting with flavor and nutrients. Perfectly Grilled Spatchcock Chicken Spatchcocking a chicken simply means …
Springtime Smoothies
Smoothies are a deliciously easy way to add more fruits and veggies to your day. Bursting with nutrients, they can be a healthy grab-and-go breakfast, a convenient post workout shake, or even a tasty midday snack. Plus, whether you’re looking for a fruit-filled smoothie, a green drink, or a protein shake, the following smoothies provide a convenient way to support …
Better Baking
Once considered trendy, grain- and gluten-free food has officially moved into the truly healthy column. And while you can now find an array of gluten-free baked goods in most supermarkets, they are often crazy expensive and, like their conventional counterparts, lack that special homemade je ne sais quoi. But thanks to a wide variety of alternative flours, you can get …