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Mediterranean diet breakfast foods include fruits, veggies, whole grains and lean proteins.Strained (Greek-style) yogurt, oats, eggs, salmon, nuts, chia seeds and olive oil provide protein, fiber and healthy fats.These foods help keep blood sugar levels steady, support heart and brain health and promote overall wellness. Starting your day with a nutrient-dense breakfast can provide a nourishing foundation for the day ahead, helping you feel energized and set up for better food choices. On the other hand, skipping breakfast can lead to elevated levels of a type of LDL cholesterol, says Melissa Russell, RDN, CSR, LDN.And if you’re following the Mediterranean…
Here’s our life lately in the New Year! Whenever I do these lately posts, I keep a running highlight reel of anything noteworthy or fun we do in the weeks prior. Plus as many real meals as I remember to photograph! Here’s a round-up of fun things dating back to before Christmas! See-Saw Fun Before Mazen broke his ribs, we see-sawed on a nearby playground! Since he and I are almost the same weight, it was a fun physics lesson about weight distribution and balance. After Christmas Shopping These Star Wars holiday PJs are on clearance and come in designs…
There’s a little magic in my kitchen, especially when the wind howls off Lake Michigan and my kids come home sniffling, cheeks pink from the cold. That’s when I channel my inner Strega Nona, the wise, soup-simmering half-grandmother, half-witch, from the beloved children’s storybooks by Italian-American author Tomie DePaola. Pastina, as every Italian grandma knows, is the trusted cure for everything from broken hearts to sore throats to cabin fever and the winter blahs. My own Nonna swore by this simple soup, essentially tiny pasta simmered in a simple chicken broth. She’d sprinkle delicate stelline (star pasta) into a pot…
While genetics often take center stage in determining when menopause begins, exciting new research suggests that your diet might hold surprising power over this milestone, too. As a dietitian, I’ve always been fascinated by how nutrition shapes long-term health, and this study highlights an exciting connection: antioxidants, a.k.a. those powerhouse nutrients found in everyday foods like nuts, fruits, and veggies, may play a role in delaying menopause.This isn’t just a fun fact—the timing of menopause has far-reaching implications for women’s health. Earlier menopause (or that which starts before age 45) is linked to higher risks of cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and…
Mornings begin easily with a refreshing smoothie made from tropical fruits and warm spices.You’ll love the skin-health benefits from the punch of vitamin C in this smoothie. You can use unsweetened almond or oat milk in place of coconut milk. Need a morning pick-me-up? Our Pineapple, Mango & Peach Chia Smoothie is the burst of tropical freshness needed to brighten your day. This smoothie is refreshing and so satisfying, with protein from Greek-style yogurt and a punch of fiber from the fruits and chia seeds. Vitamin C-packed mango, pineapple and peaches will help give your skin a healthy glow, along with…
Research has indicated that drinking coffee may increase health span by two years.Coffee contains antioxidants that may help protect against chronic conditions.Stick with 2-3 cups/day of coffee and limit added sugar or artificial sweeteners. Coffee sure has made the rounds regarding its health status. Many years ago, it was thought to be a noxious habit. More recently, however, evidence is mounting toward its beneficial effects on health. If you’re a coffee drinker, you know one benefit is that it gets things moving in the morning (buh-bye constipation!). But that’s just the tip of the coffee bean. Drinking coffee has also…
Key Takeaways Regrets can hurt your mental and physical health if you don’t accept them.Reflecting on regrets helps you learn from mistakes and become a better person.The biggest regrets often come from not taking action in life. When we feel disappointment and sorrow over what might have been or we wish we could change a choice we made in the past, we have regrets. Often, a sense of shame accompanies our regrets. As these feelings are so uncomfortable, we avoid them at all costs. Or endless regret always stays with us. In the latter case, regret might haunt us and…
Key Takeaways Use eye contact properly by maintaining it for about four to five seconds before looking away.Smile at others to appear friendlier and more welcoming in social situations.Show gratitude to others to let them know that you value their efforts. Confidence and directness can be strengths, but they can also sometimes be misinterpreted as intimidating. When people find someone intimidating, they may describe them as overly domineering, which may cause others to feel threatened, overwhelmed, or even afraid. Being confident, assured, and commanding isn’t a bad thing. It can help people take you seriously in the workplace, social situations,…
Lululemon athleisure has a pretty devoted following—and I’ll admit, that love definitely extends to the EatingWell staff and my own household. It’s one of those brands that comes up again and again, whether we’re talking about buttery soft leggings, sweat-wicking bras or simply cute accessories for everyday use. That got me thinking: do fitness trainers actually wear Lululemon, too? To find out, I asked 5 fitness trainers to share their thoughts on the brand. Spoiler alert: they’re fans as well. From the pieces they reach for when running training sessions to what they wear during their own workouts, I wanted…
If you ask most Jewish Americans what they crave when they’re sick, when the chill of the air can be felt in their bones, or just when the day has dealt one more setback than one person can handle, I’d venture to guess their answer is—without hesitation—matzo ball soup. This comforting dish instantly unites Jewish people in a collective memory of comfort and healing. It encompasses the best qualities of any cure-all: simple yet rich, nourishing, and nostalgic. Golden broth glistening with a patina of schmaltz, the beads of encapsulated fat creating a terrazzo on the soup’s surface. Below it,…