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Holiday eats tend to be heavy on the cream, butter and sugar and light on beneficial nutrients.Dietitians love our antioxidant-packed Roasted Brussels Sprout & Butternut Squash Salad. The dish is loaded with good-for-you foods like Brussels sprouts, cranberries, squash and pecans. If your holiday table tends to lean heavily on creamy casseroles, buttery breads and sugary sides, you’re not alone. Many traditional dishes are nostalgic and delicious, but they’re often not the most nutrient-dense or supportive of overall health. Adding just one or two antioxidant-rich sides can go a long way in balancing your plate and helping you feel your best…

Lynne Matallana had experienced chronic pain almost her entire life, and when she was in her thirties, she underwent surgery for fertility problems. Immediately following surgery, she began to experience a cornucopia of odd symptoms that would not disappear. Several years passed, and after seeing 37 doctors, she finally heard the word “fibromyalgia.”A young rheumatologist explained to her that an estimated 10 million people in the United States had this condition.[1] There wasn’t much in the way of effective treatment, and Matallana spent two years in bed dealing with pain and fatigue.“At the time I had a PR and advertising firm,”…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. When I hear that a smartwatch company is launching a ring, I assume it’s going to be a smart ring. But Pebble went a different direction, instead creating what’s basically a remote microphone that can work with your phone and other devices. It’s available for pre-order for $75, and will sell for $99 after launch.Pebble’s new ring is called the Index 01. It’s got a button you can click and hold, and a microphone that will listen to what you’re saying as you hold the button. The recording is then sent…

But the story doesn’t end there. The researchers also measured inflammatory proteins, liver enzymes, insulin sensitivity, and choline levels. Participants with obesity showed high levels of inflammation-driving proteins and enzymes, indicating liver stress—all of which correlated with lower choline levels. 

In the hours between elementary school pick up and dinner, my mother and I frequently drove around Cincinnati in her bright yellow Chevy Caprice, dropping in on her friends. This was the 1970s; it never occurred to me to complain or ask to go to my best friend’s house instead. As my mom and her friends spoke in hushed voices, I was usually relegated to the basement with a bag of junk food I was normally prohibited from having and explicit instructions “to behave.” I dreaded these afternoons unless we were going to Hanna Lewin’s house. Hanna was my mom’s…

Keep your grocery bags light this week with these tasty five-ingredient dinner recipes. These recipes are low in calories and high in fiber and/or protein, which is an important combination if you’re looking to lose weight. Recipes like 5-Ingredient Taco Stuffed Peppers and Sheet-Pan Salmon with Bok Choy & Rice are satisfying, easy to make and can help you achieve healthy weight loss. 5-Ingredient Taco Stuffed Peppers Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Styling: Josh Hoggle. These five-ingredient stuffed peppers are a simple, satisfying twist on taco night with all the flavors you love. Sweet bell peppers act…

Roasted Salmon with Smoky Chickpeas & Greens is our top pick for a heart-healthy dinner recipe. This dinner is rich in omega-3s, low-sodium and packed with fiber for a healthy heart. Eat plenty of healthy fats and veggies, exercise daily and minimize stress for overall health.  When it comes to keeping your heart healthy, diet plays a big role. Genetics matter, and so do other lifestyle habits like not smoking, minimizing stress and exercising, but the foods you eat and limit are important. Kunal Lal, M.D, a cardiologist, points out that while your overall diet is key, “it is more important to…

A cooling rack may not be the most glamorous piece of kitchen kit, but it’s one no home baker should be without. Once your cakes, cookies or bread come out of the oven, the job isn’t finished. Allowing air to circulate underneath helps release steam, stops soggy bottoms and gives bakes the best possible texture.A good cooling rack also makes it easier to decorate and apply finishing touches without your bakes sitting in a pool of excess icing. While we haven’t tested these products ourselves, these recommendations are based on expert insight from the team, trusted brands and standout features…

Living with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or early Alzheimer’s can feel like walking around with a cloud over your head. You may find yourself constantly worrying about it progressing to dementia.But just because you have MCI doesn’t mean it will turn into dementia. Mild impairment will progress to dementia within five to 10 years in an estimated 30 to 50 percent of people with MCI due to Alzheimer’s.[1]While it’s not always possible to prevent dementia, there are research-backed, lifestyle steps you can take to slow the decline of memory and thinking skills. Keep reading to learn how.1. Get Your Steps…

Yellow Oleander On Nov. 3, The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) completed analytical testing of additional “supplement” products that tested positive for toxic yellow oleander. The analysis determined that certain products labeled as tejocote (Crataegus mexicana) root or Brazil seed were adulterated because they contained yellow oleander (Thevetia peruviana) instead of the labeled ingredients. Yellow oleander is a poisonous plant endemic to Mexico and Central America that is often cultivated as an ornamental. In September 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published a report of several tejocote root products found to be substituted with yellow oleander.…