Superfoods
Superfoods
Is Olive Oil Good for You?
Drizzling olive oil on your vegetables, salad or bread isn’t just about flavoring your food. This kitchen staple offers impressive cardiovascular benefits, particularly for blood pressure. So how much should you have every day?
Seaweed Types, Health Benefits and Recipe Ideas
Is algae on your menu? It should be! Here’s why these “sea vegetables” benefit your health in different ways, plus some tips for enjoying their quirky taste and texture.
What Is Wheat Germ?
Wheat germ: the tiny food that packs a nutritional punch. But is it a superfood? Here’s the lowdown on wheat germ benefits.
11 High-Protein Vegetables to Add to Your Diet
Want to add more vegetables to your high-protein diet, but don’t know where to start? Our list of 11 high-protein veggies can help you find the right taste for your table.
13 Healthy Berries
You already know that berries are healthy, but which ones have the most impressive nutritional profile? Check out this list of the top 13 healthiest berries from a registered dietitian. You might be surprised which fruits made this list!
9 Health Benefits of Maca Root
Looking for libido support? Maca root’s many health benefits (particularly in the bedroom) have been touted for centuries. But does the science support the hype?
Sea Moss: Benefits, Uses and More
Sea moss is a marine marvel, loaded with nutrients and potential health benefits, such as supporting thyroid health, gut health, immune health and more! Learn why this superfood is making waves in the supplement world.
12 Types of Vinegar: What's the Difference?
From apple cider vinegar to your everyday balsamic, there are no shortage of vinegar options, and each has somewhat different tastes, uses and potential health benefits. Our registered dietitian (who has quite the vinegar collection of her own) explains the pros and cons of the top 12 varieties.
12 Health Benefits of Ginger
Spicy but sweet? Call in the ginger! This well-known spice has a wealth of health benefits. Ginger supports heart health, immune health, joint health, male sexual health and so much more!
Is Cranberry Juice Good for Your Kidneys?
Cranberry juice is well known for supporting urinary health, especially in women. But is it good for your kidneys? Here’s the lowdown on this little round red fruit.
What Are the 10 Healthiest Breads?
Is bread bad for your health? Nah! In fact, certain varieties are wonderful sources of fiber, whole grains, vitamins and more. So pull up a chair, make yourself a sandwich, and check out this list of the top 10 healthiest breads from our registered dietitian.
Are Egg Yolks Bad for You?
A customer wrote in, wanting to know if her Millennial daughter was correct that egg yolks are healthy to eat. Our health expert and Live Foreverish podcast star Dr. Crystal Gossard was happy to take a crack at an answer!
Algae Oil vs. Fish Oil: What's the Difference?
When it comes to omega-3 fatty acids, there is more than one fish in the sea. Dive deep into the nutritional content and health benefits of algae oil vs. fish oil to choose the right one for your lifestyle.
11 Manuka Honey Benefits: The Miracle Honey from Down Under
If all honey is considered a “superfood,” manuka honey would have to be a super-superfood! (Which might explain its “super-sized” price tag.) Here’s what you need to know about manuka’s sweet health benefits.
Reishi Mushroom Benefits: 13 Reasons You Need Them in Your Diet
Reishi mushrooms have been used in Chinese medicine for generations—so what makes them different from the mushrooms you might eat on your pizza or in your stir-fry? As it turns out, quite a lot!
Local Honey for Allergies: The Bee’s Knees for Relief
Not only is locally sourced honey delicious when drizzled on fresh fruit or mixed in your tea, it also comes with some sweet health benefits—most notably, immune support. Here’s what the buzz is about.
20 Common Nuts You Should Know About
You’ve probably enjoyed walnuts and almonds, but what about pili nuts, tiger nuts and kona? Check out this list of 20 nuts and learn why they’re a favorite among dietitians.
5 Warming Smoothies for Winter
The weather outside may be frightful, but these winter smoothies are delightful! Healthy spices add warmth to icy winter drinks decked out in your favorite seasonal flavors.
The Tryptophan Myth About Turkey
The tryptophan in turkey isn’t what is causing Thanksgiving guests to nod off after the feast. So why can’t you shake this sleepiness?
Tempeh vs Tofu: Which Is Better? (+ Recipe)
In the battle between soy protein powerhouses tempeh and tofu, the dish may decide which is tops for your table.
Is Soy Bad for Women? Separating Facts From Fiction
Soy is a "plant estrogen," similar in structure to human estrogen. So how does that impact women's health? The answer is surprisingly complicated—and myths, unfortunately, abound.
Is Kefir Lactose Free? Uses, Benefits & How to Make It
Get all the goodness of dairy, plus a punch of probiotics, with fermented milk kefir, the champagne of the milk world. Best of all, kefir is super-easy to make at home, so you can enjoy the health benefits anytime.
12 High-Potassium Foods to Add to Your Diet
Trying get more potassium from your diet? Bring on the bananas, beans and beet greens—plus nine other potassium-rich (and delicious) common kitchen staples.
Plant-Based Milks Buying Guide: Are They Good For You?
Moo-ve over, cow’s milk—plant-based milks are more popular than ever! But are they healthier than dairy? Our registered dietitian takes a look at the top 9 most popular “mylks” and discusses their health pros and cons.
Chia Seeds vs. Flaxseeds: Which One Is Better? (+ Noatmeal Recipe)
Chia seeds and flaxseeds both have a well-earned reputation as “health food,” but is one better for you than the other? A registered dietitian dives in—plus provides a tasty recipe for “noatmeal,” an oat-free, seed-packed alternative to oatmeal.
22 Foods & Beverages That Help with Bloating (+Recipe)
Want to relieve bloating and promote digestive comfort after meals? Tummy-friendly foods and nutrients can help!
Olive Oil vs. Seed Oil: Which One Is Healthier?
If you love the health benefits of high protein or high fiber foods but not how you feel after you eat, we've got a new dinner companion for you: digestive enzymes.
Is Buckwheat Gluten Free? (+ Buckwheat Noodles Recipe)
Even though it has the word “wheat” in its name, buckwheat is gluten free. And, it also happens to be delicious and packed with nutrients. Looking for a tasty way to try buckwheat? Try this Sesame Buckwheat Noodle Bowl Recipe.
12 Foods That Help Support Liver Detox
Want to help cleanse your liver? Turns out it starts with your stomach. Here’s 12 foods and other nutrients that will have you showing your liver some love!
The 15 Best Foods for Hair, Skin and Nails
No matter what lotions or potions you use, nothing has a bigger influence on your outward beauty than how you nourish yourself from within. Check out registered dietitian Mia Syn’s list of these 15 beautifying foods—from eggs to bone broth.
10 Best Heart Healthy Foods
From dark chocolate to pomegranate, these 10 healthy foods will benefit your heart...and delight your tastebuds!
Top Maqui Berry Benefits For Eye Health
Eye drops aren’t the only option for dry, tired eyes. Supplementing with maqui berry is a great option for people who spend their days staring at computer screens or and smart phones. Learn more about this visionary supplement!
12 Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds (+Recipe)
What are the health benefits of pumpkin seeds? Find out 12 science-based facts about these small seeds, and enjoy a delicious pumpkin and chia seed pudding parfait recipe.
The Health Benefits of Walnuts – A True "Super Food"
Walnuts are a popular snack, but did you know they are also a superfood? Packed with omega-3 fatty acids, iron and vitamin B, these tasty nuts benefit your brain, heart and more.
Best Cruciferous Vegetables For Breast Health
Find out how broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbage support breast health.
The Health Power of Garlic
Garlic not only adds flavor to your dishes, but provides a wealth of health benefits for your heart, brain and immune system.
6 Ways To Boost Your Mood With Food
The foods you eat directly impact your mood. Here's how your diet influences your mental wellbeing.
How to Manage Inflammation by Eating the Right Foods
What foods cause inflammation? What foods reduce inflammation? Learn to manage chronic inflammation with your diet.
Is Blue Corn Really Healthy?
Enjoy a blue corn tortilla soup recipe after you learn all the health benefits of the blue corn.
Brain Food: Best Grilled Salmon Salads
Salmon is a superfood that benefits brain health. Here are some popular ways to pair grilled salmon with salad.
8 Healthy Food Swaps for the Holidays
The holidays don’t have to be a free-for-all of caloric decadence. Check out our registered dietitian’s healthy holiday swap-outs, so you can give your body what it needs to stay well—without losing an ounce of holiday spirit! From a healthy alternative to butter cookies, to vegetable-infused latkes, these not-at-all-naughty foods are sure to be on your “nice” list this year.
12 Immune Boosting Foods
Wondering which foods boost your immune system? Check out these dietitian-recommended superfoods to keep your body healthy all year around.
Are You Eating These Top Probiotic Foods?
These are the foods that contain the most live, active cultures of beneficial bacteria. Dietary supplements can ensure we are getting enough.
Pink Matcha Latte: A Dragon Fruit-Infused Delight
Add some rosy color to your day with this DIY dragon fruit-infused matcha latte recipe. This cold drink combines the health benefits of green tea with an eye-pleasing bloom of deep, bright pink.
Best Mediterranean Chickpea Pasta Salad
Love pasta salad but don’t love the carbs? This recipe uses chickpea pasta and canned chickpeas to boost the protein and lower the carbs of traditional pasta salad.
The Best Citrus Salad Recipe: A Taste of Spring
Colorful and refreshing citrus fruits take center stage in this crowd-pleasing citrus salad recipe that helps to brighten your table no matter what the season.
13 Uses for Citrus Peels You Need to Try
Don’t toss that peel! From eco-friendly household cleaners to aromatherapy, the zest of lemon, orange, lime and other citrus fruits has many uses.
How to Make Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Ready to sink your teeth into a healthy and delicious dessert? These chocolate covered strawberries deliver plenty of healthy antioxidant polyphenols and vitamins in an elegant and tasty treat.
Maqui Berry Benefits, Uses and More
Maqui berries look a lot like blueberries and have a similar taste—but these berries offer distinctly different health benefits. (They are “berry” good for your eyes, for example.)
Vegan Green Bean Casserole: Healthy and Delicious
Green bean casserole is a great way to elevate your dinner into a celebration. And with this vegan recipe, which includes a made-from-scratch, non-dairy mushroom soup, everyone at the table can enjoy a serving.
Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese: A Vegan Delight
Love mac and cheese but don’t love the dairy overload? This dairy-free spin on the comfort food classic packs in plant-based protein power and is suitable for vegan and dairy-free diets.
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili Recipe
Fill your belly with a warm and comforting vegetarian chili, made with black beans and sweet potatoes for a protein-rich and fiber-filled meal that can be made in an instant pot or slow cooker.
Chickpea Curry: Healthy and Delicious Indian Cuisine
Discover the delightful flavors and remarkable health benefits of chickpeas in this easy coconut chickpea curry recipe, a healthy and delicious Indian-inspired dish with the benefits of turmeric’s curcumin and the creaminess of coconut milk.
Carrot Ginger Soup: A Taste of Fall
Nothing highlights fall flavors like comforting soups and purees made with brightly colored vegetables. This carrot ginger soup recipe helps lift your body and spirit with the sweet taste of vitamin A-rich carrots, the warming kick of immune-supporting ginger and the smooth creaminess of coconut milk.
Mason Jar Salads: 7 Healthy Recipes
Are soggy salads ruining your lunch break? Try storing your salad in a Mason jar for a healthy pre-made lunch that looks as good as it tastes! We’ve got some recipes to help you get started.
Black Bean and Corn Salad: A Bold Burst of Flavor
The bold flavors of this black bean and corn salad make it easy to get your protein, iron and fiber in one plant-based dish.
Garlic-Infused Olive Oil: A Flavorful Addition to Your Kitchen
What is better than the taste of savory extra virgin olive oil? Garlic-infused olive oil! This easy recipe can help you add flavor and heart health support to any dish.
Grilled Veggie Kabobs: Healthy Eating on a Stick
Summer vegetables are perfect for the grill! Paired with a tangy herb marinade, they are a delicious way to get the plant-based nutrients you need.
Vegan Pesto: A Delicious Recipe Without Dairy
Hold the cheese! This easy-to-make vegan pesto recipe swaps nutritional yeast for parmesan in a look-alike sauce that looks and tastes like the real thing!
3 Healthy Smoothie Recipes for Pregnancy
Bump up your nutrient intake during pregnancy with these great smoothie recipes that deliver the omega-3s, folate, and other vitamins and minerals you need for your baby’s development.
13 Healthy Foods to Increase Your Nitric Oxide Levels
Want to maintain healthy blood flow? These 13 foods encourage nitric oxide production and pump up your cardiovascular health—and many of them are tasty throw-ins to your smoothie, salad or snack bowl!
9 Natural Sugar Alternatives: Dietitian’s Guide
Trying to limit your sugar intake but concerned about artificial ingredients? Here’s everything you need to know about sugar alternatives—from aspartame to xylitol!
Carrot Cake Pancakes: A Healthy and Tasty Breakfast
Who says you can’t eat dessert for breakfast? This healthy, vegan carrot cake pancake recipe brings carrots, cinnamon and nuts—with a cream cheese drizzle—to your morning table.
Easy and Delicious Saffron Rice Recipe
The distinctive taste and smell of saffron lends itself well to a variety of foods. You can get the best of both worlds—the health benefits of saffron and its unique, sweetly earthy taste—with our easy and delicious saffron rice recipe.
Mud Water Recipe: Why Should You Try It?
The words “mud water” might not sound appetizing, so why have recipes for this mushroom-based drink taken the internet by storm? As it turns out, the taste and the health benefits are surprisingly impressive. Here’s why and how you should make it yourself.
Top 6 Elderberry Benefits
Elderberries aren’t just good for pies. These dark, powerful berries are antioxidant-rich and have a reputation for keeping your immune system in shape, especially during the winter season.
Bromelain Supplements: How Should I Take Them?
How can a bromelain supplement support your health? This powerful pineapple enzyme extract benefits your breathing, digestion and more.
What to Eat Before and After a Workout: Dietitian's Guide
Working out burns calories and can make you hungry—so what should you eat before and after exercise to properly fuel your body? Our registered dietitian explains how different macronutrients prepare you for your sweat session—and help you recover when it’s time to throw in the towel.
15 Sexy Foods That Can Spice Up the Bedroom (+ Recipe)
Looking to heat things up in your love life? We’ve got a list of the top 15 foods for sparking that libido—plus a date-night-ready dessert recipe you and that special person will both fall in love with!
Baked Oatmeal: A Hearty, High-Protein Recipe
Eating baked oatmeal every day instead of an apple a day? That might not be how the popular adage goes, but maybe it should—because zinc and beta-glucans make oats a powerful immune health supporter.
Elderberry Syrup: 5 Ways to Use It
Get a sweet shot of immune-supporting nutrition from this homemade elderberry syrup recipe, which combines elderberries and honey with ginger and cinnamon for a tasty, beneficial treat.
Egg Bites: Start Your Day with Protein Power
Love eggs but don’t have time to stand behind a skillet every morning? These grab-and-go tasty egg bites can be made in advance for a perfect, protein-packed, portable breakfast.
Antinutrients: Should You Avoid Them?
Are antinutrients real? Yes! They may have gained a bad rap for their effects on digestion, but should you avoid them? Here’s the lowdown on antinutrients—plus, hacks for how to deal with them, so you don’t cut out healthy foods from your diet.
Immune Shot Recipe: DIY
Drink up! These DIY immune shot recipes can help give your health a boost with potent nutrients like vitamin C, turmeric and other antioxidants.
Is There Melatonin in Food?
Fancy a bedtime snack? From cherry juice to oatmeal, the following 14 foods are good dietary sources of melatonin, the hormone that helps you sleep better.
Maple Pecan Cookies: Healthy Home-Baked Treat
Maple pecan is the most underrated of fall flavors! Don’t believe us? Try this healthy, vegan take on the traditional pecan sandie cookie and see (and taste) for yourself!
Frozen Yogurt Bark with Cranberries & Pistachios Recipe
Looking for a sweet, guilt-free treat to perk up your morning? Frozen yogurt bark provides a healthy way to get the protein of yogurt, the antioxidants of cranberries and the heart support of pistachios in an icy cool snack.
Apple Pomegranate Harvest Salad: Fall Delight
The eating is good with the dark fruits of fall season! Enjoy the fresh apples and sweet potatoes of autumn into this tasty and nutritious Apple Pomegranate Harvest Salad.
Delish Pumpkin Pie Dip
No need to pass on this dessert! This easy Pumpkin Pie Dip recipe is healthy, easy to make and loaded with antioxidants and carotenoids for eye health and cognitive support.
Vegan Caesar Salad: A Crowd-Pleasing Recipe
All will hail this decadent vegan Caesar salad! With heart-healthy fats from extra-virgin olive oil, and plant-based protein and fiber from roasted chickpeas, this salad is as nourishing as it is yummy.
Crunchy Snack Idea: Roasted Chickpeas 3 Ways
When you’re craving something with a zesty crunch that’s also packed with protein and fiber, you can’t do better than roasted chickpeas. Check out these 3 easy roasted chickpea recipes—including a spicy, savory & sweet option!
Vegan Potato Salad: Easy & Healthy Recipe
This vegan spin on a classic American BBQ side dish offers more flavor, texture and health benefits than traditional potato salad, thanks to nutritious mix-ins including tahini, chickpeas and cauliflower.
What Is Lycopene? Foods & Supplements
Lycopene is what gives tomatoes their rich red color and their health benefits, which include supporting prostate health, arterial health, already-healthy blood sugar, and more.
Roasted Tomatoes with Garlic: Healthy Recipe
Nothing goes together like tender tomatoes and fresh, fragrant garlic, roasted with some EVOO. The simpatico flavors elevate any meal and are the perfect toss into pasta, salads or even avocado toast.
Pistachio Butter: Homemade Recipes
Move over, peanut butter…there’s a new “PB” in town! Pistachio butter adds a punch of antioxidants to your morning toast, in baked goods, and even to pesto. And the recipe couldn’t be simpler.
Quinoa Breakfast Bowl: A Mediterranean Staple
Move over, oatmeal. Quinoa is a delicious and nutrient-packed option for breakfast—and these delicious quinoa breakfast bowl recipes are a great way to power through your mornings.
Vegetable Stock From Scraps: Zero Waste Recipe
Eco-friendly, delicious and nutritious…what’s not to love? This vegetable stock is a zero-waste recipe that makes use of all the veggie scraps you have in your kitchen.
Waldorf Salad: Best Detox Recipes
This delicious Waldorf salad is a great source of cruciferous vegetables. Plus, it's vegan and free of mayonnaise, offering a new spin on an old favorite.
10 Foods High in Quercetin (+ 5 Benefits)
Quercetin may not be a famous nutrient like vitamin C or D, but it has tremendous health benefits—ranging from immune support to cell health. Here are 10 delicious ways to get more quercetin in your diet.
4 Avocado Lunchbox Ideas
Lunchboxes aren’t just for kids! Check out these 4 avocado lunchbox ideas for a portable, antioxidant-packed midday meal that’s as delicious as it is nutritious.
Roasted Vegetable Recipe with Avocado Salad Dressing
This roasted vegetable salad with an avocado dressing is bursting with flavor and nutrients such as magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids that support your heart health.
Grilled Salmon Salad: Easy Lunch Recipe
Lunch is served! Not only is this salad recipe delicious—it’s also brimming with heart health benefits because it’s chock full of magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids.
The Best Vegan Lentil Soup
Trying to get more lentils in your life? This Vegan Lentil Soup recipe from Chef Sara Tercero is packed with fiber, protein, and just the right blend of smoky and savory spices.
Slow Cooker Banana Bread Recipe
Good morning, indeed! This simple recipe combines potassium-packed bananas and wholesome oat flour, and bakes to perfection in a slow cooker or Crockpot.
What are the Benefits of Omega-7?
Palmitoleic acid is the most common type of omega-7 fatty acids. Learn what omega-7 is, what health benefits it offers, and when you should take an omega-7 supplement.
What Is the Japanese Diet? Everything You Should Know & Recipe Ideas
Why do more people in Okinawa, Japan, live longer than people in the rest of the world? One reason may be their diet. Here’s what you need to know about the Japanese diet—and longevity.
Why Black is the New Green Tea
Might black tea be better for you than green tea? Learn why going to the "dark side" brews up unique health benefits.
Heart-Healthy Olive Oil Recipes
Reap the heart benefits of olive oil by incorporating this healthy fat into your next salad, main course or dessert.
Health Benefits of Pomegranate (+ Salad Recipe)
Pomegranates are great for heart health, but should you eat, drink or supplement?
Health Benefits of Tart Cherry (+Trail Mix Recipe)
Tart cherries are great for your health but should you eat, drink or supplement? Here’s how to get the sweet rewards of this sour fruit including a trail mix recipe!
