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Why is iron so crucial to our bodies? “We need adequate iron to produce hemoglobin and myoglobin, an essential part of red blood cells that carries oxygen throughout the body,” says Julie Stefanski, RDN, registered dietitian nutritionist and Spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics.
Figs have two distinct seasons. There are many varieties, but the most common are the Black Mission, Brown Turkey and Green Kadota. Today, most figs are grown in California because of the weather.
It takes just a few minutes in the evening to mix rolled oats and almond milk and you have a head start on a healthy breakfast the following morning. In the morning, top the oatmeal with fresh fruit and toasted nuts. Make up to four jars at once to keep in the fridge for quick grab-and-go br…
Make no mistake, weeknight cooking challenges everyone. To reduce stress, and the temptation for take-out burgers and fries, I stock ground beef and turkey in the freezer, onions and garlic on the counter, and rice noodles, interesting sauces and marinades in the pantry. The fridge usually b…
There are some days when you just don’t want to turn on the oven. Other days, the oven is occupied with other components for dinner. That’s why I love this method for cooking acorn squash in the microwave! It’s such an easy way to create a flavorful and fuss-free side dish in a matter of minutes.
When I was growing up, I was never a chocolate cake person. If it was being served at a friend’s birthday, I would pick off the sprinkles or pass on it altogether. It was vanilla cake or nothing!
From grilled seasonal veggies to pumpkin pancakes and cinnamon sugar doughnut muffins, this week's recipe roundup features dishes that usher in the autumn season.
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In celebration of Rosh Hashanah, here's a look at 15 global Jewish holiday recipes and their histories.
Instead of shoveling food into your mouth at your desk, mindful eating challenges you to slow down, take a break, and focus on the food in front of you.
Rosh Hashanah, meaning “head of the year” in Hebrew, celebrates the Jewish New Year. This two-day holiday kicks off the High Holidays which culminate in Yom Kippur Oct. 4-5.
We’ve set out to find out whether it’s safe to eat food that was in close proximity to something rotten. Yair Ben-Dor has more.
Thistle compiled six tips for eating more mindfully from a variety of experts and news sources.
If you’ve been feeling a little backed up, you’re not alone. Constipation is one of the leading gastrointestinal complaints in America — about 63 million people in the United States experience the condition, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK). Chances are most of us have experienced constipation, a condition that becomes more prevalent with advancing age.
If you don’t care for eggplants, substitute more zucchini or yellow squash. Don’t care for fresh fennel? Use an extra onion or bell pepper.
Adding pumpkin purée is one of the easiest ways to take classic pancakes up a notch.
Zucchini, yellow or green, are one of late summer’s gifts to us. Here are two great ways to use them.
Zucchini, yellow or green, are one of late summer’ s gifts to us. There is always plenty available, and it can be used in myriad ways. These softer squashes can be sauteed and added to pastas, rice and egg dishes.
These bite-size frosty morsels of frozen banana, peanut butter and vegan chocolate make a perfect low-calorie snack or easy dessert. These banana bites store well in the freezer, so make some ahead and keep them on hand for those moments when you crave something sweet. Vegan Chocolate-Dipped Frozen Banana Bites.
A full refrigerator gives me peace of mind. Friends tease when they see all the filled storage containers neatly stacked inside. On any given day, the containers hold cooked grains, roasted meat, grilled fish, hard-cooked eggs, crumbled cheese and cooked vegetables.
Adding pumpkin purée is one of the easiest ways to take classic pancakes up a notch. It adds a lovely, autumnal orange hue and keeps the pancakes very moist. And complementing its flavor with brown sugar and warm spices makes these tall, fluffy buttermilk pancakes a breakfast worth waking up for.
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When caring for small children, it is nearly impossible to focus on any task for longer than 30 minutes — but this bread recipe is made to fit into that sort of schedule.
My mom’ s cheddar swirl bread has been a staple in our home for as long as I can remember. She would bake loaf after loaf using a vintage Mirro dough bucket and a worn recipe card as her guide. That stained and faded card contained no instructions, and the ingredients were mere approximations— there’ s not even an amount of flour listed!
This week's recipe roundup features weeknight meals that come together quickly and use just one pot or pan.
Stacker compiled a list of 15 global Jewish holiday recipes and their histories from Allrecipes.com, news reports, Jewish historical sites, and Jewish recipe developers.
Having ready-made meals on-hand is helpful when you may be too tired to cook at the end of a long day. Here are 10 easy and delicious meal prep ideas to try.
Grape-Nuts is celebrating 125 years on shelves. Only two other cold cereals introduced in the 19th century are still being sold: shredded wheat (1892) and cornflakes (1898).
Apparently, apples pies and dating are both in season and have more in common than you think. Yair Ben-Dor has more.
With more than 40% of U.S. adults reporting weight gain during the pandemic, many turned to diets or supplements for weight loss support. One supplement, raspberry ketone, is widely used as a food flavoring substance and has grown in popularity in recent years for weight loss. EN examines the scientific support and safety for this supplement.