“Wildfires at all-time high. Arctic sea ice remains at record lows,” says the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. “The Earth’s climate is changing.” The change shows up in virtually every indicator…
Category: What to Eat
5 reasons to fill up your fruit bowl this summer Eat more fruits and vegetables. That advice goes for just about everyone. When it comes to fruit, it’s not just…
Stone Fruits Peaches, Plums, Apricots Let soften in a closed brown paper bag on the countertop until they yield slightly to the touch. Store in the fridge for a few…
Try these in-season varieties before you give up on the vegetable altogether Garden variety globe (aka American) eggplants are at home in ratatouille or baba ganoush year round. But summer’s…
The succulent, crisp crowd-pleasers are a cross between regular green peas and snow peas. The result: a crunchy outer pod and sweet inner peas, both edible. Just trim or snap…
Bread, bagels, buns, breakfast cereals, pizza crust, pancakes, pretzels, pastries, chips, cookies, cakes, ice cream, soda. Most are made with highly processed white flour, sugar, or both. Are those “fast…
Most cruciferous superstars—think kale, Brussels sprouts, cabbage—pack a bold taste and texture. Not bok choy. The Chinese cabbage has crunchy, almost sweet white stems topped off with mild dark green…
Our tried-and-true tips for ordering healthier restaurant takeout during the pandemic (or anytime) So far, we don’t have evidence that the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 can be transmitted by eating contaminated food.…
It’s “a boom time for the bean industry,” the New York Times recently reported, as shoppers cleared supermarket shelves of beans, grains, and frozen vegetables. The recipes in this post…
Trying to make the most of your groceries? These tips to keep your refrigerator, pantry, and freezer organized can help. In the refrigerator Create an “eat first” area in your…