It’s that time of year. Pumpkin is making its way into lattes, muffins, and more. But pumpkin doesn’t appear on plates often enough as, well, just pumpkin. Like most deep-orange…
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Extra protein is unlikely to help you stay full, slim down, or build muscle. But if a bar is your mini-meal, you’re better off with one that packs a good…
Why we can’t get enough of this in-season vegetable Sweet and satisfying, nutrient-rich and perfect for roasting, winter squashes—like acorn, butternut, Hubbard, and pumpkin—are irresistible…except for their thick skin. Sometimes,…
Our chart lists 18 recommended seafood choices—ranked from least to most mercury—and tells you which have the most omega-3s. The developing nervous system is especially sensitive to mercury, so women…
A new fad may have you wondering whether your diet is healthy…or even safe. Here’s the real deal. “Most people have never even heard of them, but I believe lectins…
It’s Thomcord grape season…but it won’t be for long. What are Thomcords? The tastiest grapes you’ve never heard of. Like Concord grapes, they’re juicier and more intensely grape-flavored than the…
“Lower glycemic index than cane sugar,” boasts the package of Nutiva Coconut Sugar. That may sound good…but it doesn’t mean much. In theory, glycemic index (GI) measures how much a…
Nothing says summer like stone fruits—named for their hard pit—like peaches, plums, and nectarines. But one member of the group—fresh apricots—often gets lost in the crowd. And that’s a shame,…
These crunchy vegetables are quite possibly the most refreshing low-cal snack around. Cucumbers may not compare to, say, leafy greens in the nutrient department. But—repeat after us—all veggies are good…
Sparkling water has all the bubbly and none of the sugar of soda. But is there a downside? “Sparkling water is made by pumping carbon dioxide into water,” explains John…