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What can reishi mushrooms, shiitake mushroom extracts, and whole, powdered white mushrooms do for cancer patients? “A regular intake of mushrooms can make us healthier, fitter, and happier, and help us live longer,” but what is the evidence for all that? “Mushrooms are widely cited for their medicinal qualities, yet very few human intervention studies have been done using contemporary guidelines.” There is a compound called lentinan, extracted from shiitake mushrooms. To get about an ounce, you have to distill around 400 pounds of shiitakes, about 2,000 cups of mushrooms. Researchers injected the compound into cancer patients to see what…
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. These easy Thanksgiving leftover recipes take your leftover turkey and sides and turn them into completely new dishes, from soups and salads to frittatas, epic sandwiches and pot pies. Tasty Ways to Use Thanksgiving Leftovers My favorite part of Thanksgiving are the leftovers — and honestly, that’s where the real cooking fun begins! That’s where these Thanksgiving leftover recipes come in. They take your typical Thanksgiving leftovers, like turkey and mashed potatoes, and turn them into something completely new. Turkey and mashed potatoes become a pot pie while turkey and…
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Coffee contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that support health.Regular coffee intake may help lower chronic disease risk and support brain and liver health.Skip the added sugars and creamers to reap the most health benefits. Enjoying a morning cup of joe is something that most of us have in common. In fact, roughly 75% of adults in the United States drink coffee every single day. And while some may argue that you shouldn’t drink coffee, decades of research—spanning millions of participants—show that regular coffee drinkers often have better health outcomes than those who skip it. Dietitians agree. “Coffee is packed with…
Soluble fiber in white beans supports gut health and helps the body manage inflammation.Polyphenols and antioxidants in white beans protect cells and reduce oxidative stress.Protein and minerals in white beans help steady blood sugar and boost daily nutrition. Canned white beans are a simple pantry item, but they deliver several nutrients associated with reducing inflammation. Research shows that regular legume intake is associated with healthier inflammatory markers, and dietitians say white beans are one of the easiest ways to bring added nutrition benefits into everyday meals. In this article, you’ll learn how their key nutrients work, why experts recommend them…
Thanksgiving dinner at my Aunt Mimi’s house is a holiday tradition that never gets old. Every year, 18 of us gather around her table with hungry bellies for a four-course feast: antipasto, cavatelli with my mom’s homemade sauce and meatballs, the turkey with all the accoutrements, and a variety of decadent pies and cookies for dessert. Then, we extend Turkey Day all weekend long with leftovers. The day after Thanksgiving, my family and I head to Maple Row Farm, the most adorable place to cut down your very own balsam fir. The day is filled with tailgating and sipping spiced…
If you’ve spent time on social media lately, you may have noticed a new trend making the rounds: fibermaxxing. Put simply, the goal is to get as much fiber as possible into your diet. But the reality is that while many people could use a little boost in fiber intake, you can, in fact, get too much of a good thing here.A quick refresher: Fiber is an indigestible carbohydrate found in plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds, Jesse Bracamonte, DO, family medicine physician at Mayo Clinic, tells SELF. “Your body can’t break fiber down with the…
Making breakfast for your holiday guests, especially the morning after a big meal, can feel a little intimidating. With these delicious frittata recipes, however, breakfast for a crowd has never been easier. Pillowy eggs with cheese, fresh veggies and proteins come together for a shareable dish that everyone will love. From our Spinach & Feta Frittata to our Frittata with Asparagus, Leek & Ricotta, these recipes make the perfect morning meal to serve for any occasion. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save them all with one click. It’s so easy—and free! Spinach & Feta Frittata Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food…
Slippers have come a long way since the decades-old bunny slippers currently gathering dust under your bed (said with love). In fact, today’s house shoes and slippers feature more support than you might expect from a shoe designed to be worn indoors—and for good reason, according to podiatrist Hannah Park, DPM. “If you stand and walk in slippers without proper support, you can injure yourself and cause overuse injuries of the tendons that pull up your arch, such as posterior tibial tendonitis,” she says. When shopping for the best slippers for women, there’s more to consider than just the shearling-to-foot…
If there’s one brand that always makes it on my holiday wishlist (and everyone else’s, too), it’s Lululemon. Known for its buttery-soft leggings, ultra-warm winter layers, and sleek athleisure that looks just as good running errands as it does in a Pilates class, the brand is the ultimate combination of function and fashion. And while Lululemon sales are rare, the Black Friday Sale is the ultimate hidden gem of the holiday season, filled with a selection that feels almost too good to be true. Prices start at just $10, so I couldn’t resist adding a few must-haves to my cart…