Reviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia About This Plan This week’s dinner plan features recipes that are ready in 4 steps or less. The Mediterranean diet prioritizes grains, veggies, beans, lean proteins and healthy fats to support overall health. From a creamy bean skillet to a comforting chickpea soup, you’ll enjoy balanced meals all week….
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20 High-Protein High-Fiber Dinners With 500 Calories or Less
Reviewed by Dietitian Madeline Peck, RDN, CDN Get a boost of fiber and protein with these nutrient-dense dinner recipes. Each meal provides at least 15 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber per serving, to help promote muscle growth, support the digestive system and keep you full for longer. Plus, each dinner contains 500…
Never Throw Out Crystallized Honey—Beekeepers Use This Simple Fix To Make It Smooth Again
Honey is the universal natural sweetener that can be used in so many ways. I drizzle honey over fruit and yogurt bowls, use it in baked goods, mix it up for salad dressings, and even roast vegetables with it. It’s incredibly versatile, and I always have a jar of honey sitting on my counter. Over…
This Simple Trick Ensures You’ll Never Forget To Reserve Pasta Water
There are certain habits I do on autopilot when I cook, like setting up my garbage bowl and draining pasta. I make pasta at least once a week, so you’d think I’d remember to save some of the starchy cooking water before pouring it down the drain. But no matter how many reminders I set,…
The 5 Best Foods to Eat to Prevent Kidney Stones, According to Experts
Reviewed by Dietitian Karen Ansel, M.S., RDN Credit: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Kidney stones form when crystal-forming substances build up in the urine. Certain foods, like yogurt, oranges and more may help prevent kidney stones. Drinking plenty of water is also essential for kidney stone prevention. Roughly 1 in 10 people will have…
What Happens to Your Cholesterol When You Eat Peanut Butter
Reviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia Credit: Tatiana Goskova/500px/Getty Images Key Points Natural peanut butter can help lower LDL cholesterol (known as “bad”) and support heart health. Plant sterols and fiber in peanut butter help block the absorption of cholesterol. Choose peanut butter with just peanuts—added sugar or salt can work against your heart health….
4 Supplements You Shouldn’t Take to Lower Your Cortisol Levels, According to Dietitians
Reviewed by Dietitian Mandy Enright, M.S., RDN, RYT Credit: Getty Images. EatingWell Design. Key Points Spikes in cortisol are normal, but persistently elevated cortisol can indicate something else. Licorice root, melatonin and high-caffeine pre-workout powders may cause higher cortisol levels. Stress-reducing and sleep-promoting lifestyle habits may be more effective for lowering cortisol. Scroll through social…
Should You Melt the Butter Before Adding It To Mashed Potatoes?
If there’s one side dish I always want an extra helping of, it’s mashed potatoes. Pillowy, creamy, buttery, and salty, mashed potatoes are, to me, the perfect food. But for the best results, there are a few key techniques I always use, including when and how to add the butter. Butter plays an important role…
5 Drinks with More Vitamin C Than Orange Juice
Reviewed by Dietitian Jane Leverich, M.S., RDN Credit: Getty Images. EatingWell design. Key Points Acerola cherry and amla juices can be rich in vitamin C. Fortified pineapple juice, tomato juice and grapefruit juice offer other options. Check nutrition labels, since vitamin C content varies by product and preparation. When you’re looking for beverages high in…
Our 20 Most-Saved Breakfast Recipes with Peanut Butter
Start your morning with one of these delicious peanut butter breakfast recipes! Peanut butter adds rich, nutty flavor along with plant-based protein and healthy fats to help keep you satisfied throughout the morning. Featuring some of the most-saved breakfasts from EatingWell readers, these recipes are sure to become new favorites. From our High-Protein Blueberry &…