Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points A lifelong runner shares how chasing thinness led to burnout. After a decade away, running looks very different the second time around. Ten weeks of running brings plenty of challenges, surprises and small wins. In my mid-20s, I…
The Best After-Dinner Drink to Help You Poop, According to Dietitians
Reviewed by Dietitian Madeline Peck, RDN, CDN Credit: Getty Images. EatingWell Design. Key Points Kiwis support regularity with their fiber, enzyme and micronutrient content. An after-dinner smoothie is an easy way to benefit from kiwi’s beneficial properties. Pairing kiwi with other digestion-supportive ingredients in a DIY smoothie is a great way to support regularity. When…
Are Starbucks Protein Drinks Actually Sugar-Free? Here’s What to Know About the New Lawsuit
Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Credit: Design elements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Starbucks faces a lawsuit over “sugar-free” protein drinks containing natural sugar from dairy. While the syrups used are sugar-free, the lattes have as much as 21 grams in 20-ounce drink. For lower sugar options, try cold brew, Americanos, or…
Salmon vs. Fish Oil Supplements: Which Is Better for Brain Health?
Reviewed by Dietitian Mandy Enright, M.S., RDN, RYT Credit: Salmon: Ali Redmond. Supplements: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points DHA and EPA are essential omega-3 fats for brain health that need to come from dietary sources. Fatty fish, like salmon, or supplements are two of the most popular ways to get DHA and EPA. Salmon…
30 Light Meals to Enjoy After a Holiday Celebration
Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD After any celebration, you may be ready for something a little lighter after enjoying all of your favorite holiday dishes. These healthy meals are perfect for getting back into your routine, with options for breakfast, lunch and dinner that are all under 500 calories per serving. Packed with…
Forgotten 1980s Recipes That Deserve a Comeback
Let me set the scene: MTV was changing how we consumed music, Madonna was fresh on the scene, John Hughes was capturing teenage angst on the big screen, and big hair, scrunchies, and acid wash jeans were in fashion. The ’80s were a decade of bold choices, and the food was no exception. Like most…
The Simple Ingredient That Makes Mashed Potatoes Taste Like They Came From a Steakhouse
In general, mashed potatoes are one of those foods that I’ll never turn down. Whether they’re prepared with little potato-y lumps intact (which I personally love) or made silky smooth, I will eat perhaps more than my fair share. But as much as I love them homemade, there’s something special about steakhouse mashed potatoes in…
6 Easy One-Pot Dinners for Better Blood Sugar (Weekly Plan & Shopping List)
Reviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia About This Plan These dinners feature fiber-rich foods like beans, whole-wheat pasta or brown rice. Each recipe is designed to support steady blood sugar levels while keeping me satisfied. Every meal comes together in one pot or pan for easier weeknight cooking and cleanup. When I’m planning dinners for…
I Asked 3 Chefs To Name the Best Frozen Pizza at the Supermarket
As much as I love cooking, there are some nights that I absolutely cannot fathom doing more than turning on the oven and heating up a frozen pizza. While I won’t turn my nose up at any frozen pizza, I still want to have the best pizza experience I possibly can. To help me determine…
The Cheapest Cut of Beef for Fall-Apart Pot Roast, According to 2 Butchers
In the cooler months, I gravitate toward comforting one-pot dinners like pot roast, beef stew, and a batch of this brisket. But with beef being so expensive these days, I’ve been paying closer attention to which cuts I buy and how often. So I reached out to two butchers and asked which affordable cut they’d…