Wellness

What’s the difference between culinary oils and essential oils? Are they safe to consume?

The carnivore diet is just what it sounds like — eating only animal products and avoiding all other foods. Our dietitians weigh in on the latest low-carb, high-protein diet for meat lovers.

Are there any real health benefits to doing a detox or cleanse?

Because of its high concentration of the antioxidant cucurmin, turmeric has long been used for its anti-inflammatory properties. Are the purported healing powers all that they’re made out to be?

How can I manage the onslaught of sweets during the holidays?

Drinking vinegars are the latest trend in healthy mocktails. But what does the science say about their health benefits and purported powers?

Why does stress affect my appetite so dramatically?

It’s the hottest thing in vegan cooking! Jackfruit has neutral flavor and a fibrous texture similar to that of cooked poultry or pork. Have you tried it yet?

Eating a balanced diet is a win for long term health and a foundation for total wellness, but can healthy eating be taken too far?

Dark leafy greens are an antioxidant-loaded nutrient powerhouse. Combine them with hearty lentils and buttery delicata squash for a soup that is bright, healthful, and pleasing to the taste buds.

Good fat, bad fat, no fat, low-fat, butter, margarine, olive oil — is your head spinning yet?

Pesto can be made with almost any nut or seed one desires; this recipe uses pepitas. Toasting the pepitas releases their oils and deepens their flavor for a delicious take on the classic.

Americans put a lot of emphasis on what we should or should not be eating, or what diet plan is going to miraculously shed that unwanted weight forever. Yet, many of us never think about how we are eating.

Oats aren’t the only breakfast-friendly grain. Wheat berries add a sweet, nutty, and satisfying bite to your otherwise average oatmeal.