Sweet potatoes are incredibly versatile and can be incorporated into many of our favorite lunchtime staples. From hearty salads to satisfying wraps and comforting soups, there’s a cozy fall lunch here for everyone. Recipes like our Sweet Potato & Black Bean Toastadas and Stuffed Sweet Potato with Ground Turkey & Avocado are perfect to enjoy…
Never Buy Sweet Potatoes If You See This
Reviewed by Dietitian Jane Leverich, M.S., RDN Credit: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Avoid sweet potatoes with soft spots, visible mold or significant signs of decay. Small sprouts and minor blemishes don’t necessarily mean a sweet potato is unsafe. Store sweet potatoes in a cool, dark, well-ventilated place to help maintain quality. Sweet potatoes…
How to Set Up the Ultimate Halloween Hot Cider Bar
Reviewed by Dietitian Jane Leverich, M.S., RDN Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points A hot cider bar lets guests customize their drinks while you enjoy the party. Stock up on mulling spices, seasonal toppings, mugs and optional spirits. Prep ahead and keep the cider warm so guests can serve themselves throughout the…
5 Foods Men Should Eat Every Week for Better Blood Sugar
Reviewed by Dietitian Casey Wing, RD, CD Credit: Photographer: Fred Hardy. EatingWell design. Key Points Over 2 in 5 U.S. adults have prediabetes, and 80% of them are unaware of their condition. Foods like oats, berries, beans, lentils, salmon and nuts support healthy blood sugar levels. Regular exercise, consistent meals, quality sleep and limiting alcohol…
We Asked 3 Chefs the Best Brand of Sour Cream—They All Said the Same Thing
Key Points We asked three chefs and they agreed that Daisy sour cream is their go-to. Choose a brand with simple ingredients when you’re shopping for sour cream. Use sour cream in dips, as a marinade or when you bake for moist quick breads. There’s something truly satisfying about a dollop of sour cream, whether…
I Shop at Costco Every Week Even Though We’re a Family of 3—Here’s What I Buy
Reviewed by Dietitian Victoria Seaver, M.S., RD Credit: Getty Images. EatingWell design. I’m a Costco girlie. From clothes and electronics to food and supplements, I spend enough at Costco annually that my upgraded executive membership pays for itself. (While a regular Gold Star Costco membership is $65 a year, an Executive membership is $130. But…
A Cardiologist Says This Is the #1 Fall Vegetable to Lower Cholesterol
Reviewed by Dietitian Casey Wing, RD, CD Credit: Recipe photo: Jen Causey. EatingWell design. Key Points Sweet potatoes are rich in fiber, which helps lower LDL cholesterol by removing it from the body. Antioxidants in sweet potatoes, like beta-carotene, support heart health by reducing oxidative stress. Replacing high-fat sides with sweet potatoes can reduce saturated…
The Store-Bought Breakfasts That Make Hitting My Daily Protein Goal Effortless
Reviewed by Dietitian Jane Leverich, M.S., RDN Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Aiming for protein at breakfast can help support fullness throughout the morning. Protein waffles, skyr and tofu wraps are convenient breakfast options. Pairing store-bought breakfasts with other protein sources can help boost your intake. It’s been over a year…
19 Easy Desserts With 4 Ingredients or Less
I look forward to those warming, spiced bakes that fill the kitchen with a comforting, cozy smell. But I also know it’s a busy time of year with the back-to-school season and holiday prep. Finding time to make a batch of cinnamon rolls or apple cider donuts can be a challenge. That’s where this collection…
16 High-Fiber Soups with At Least 15 Grams of Protein
Reviewed by Dietitian Madeline Peck, RDN, CDN Credit: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall. Cozy up with one of these nourishing high-fiber, high- protein soup recipes. Each containing at least 6 grams of fiber and 15 grams of protein, these soups all help support muscle growth, regulate digestion…