While we wouldn’t call traditional meatballs unhealthy, sometimes you just want a lighter option to accommodate your pasta dish (or simply smother in a good sauce). Who said comfort food has to be unhealthy? These eggplant “meatballs” are light but filling, and they’re lower in calories than their meaty alternative. Serve with zucchini noodles or […]
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How you nourish your body is extremely important, and although we have access to so many whole foods options year-round thanks to agricultural technology, we’re still quite restricted in our choices for much of the year. With spring just around the corner, we’re about to see a boost in fresh fruits and vegetables available to
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Fried doesn’t mean unhealthy, especially when you only use a small amount of oil and it’s one of the healthier options, such as EVOO. These patties are a great meal or snack to prepare ahead of time, and you can reheat them throughout the week if you’ve got a busy week ahead of you. They’re
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If you don’t love Brussels Sprouts, you will after you try this recipe. Roasted with the perfect flavors and drizzled with even more good stuff, these make the perfect side dish. And if you do already love your Sprouts, you may not even need a main course. Give yourself a few minutes to prep plus
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Turmeric is beneficial for multiple things— but one of the most-touted is its capability to reduce and prevent inflammation. One of the best things about this cheerful yellow spice is that it adds a flavor punch to seemingly plain dishes— and not much is needed in order to accomplish these effects! In the midst of
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Fresh fruit makes for one of the best snacks. It’s easy to grab and go, it’s refreshing, and it’s sweet— emphasis on that last part! Fruits contain myriad nutrients and are ultimately a healthy choice, but a widespread fear of sugar has led to consumers eating less fruit. Don’t let the sugar from fruits scare
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We’ve confessed our love for slow-cookers in the past, and this recipe for red pepper chicken chili just re-confirms that love. With a quick preparation and a cook time similar to your work day, you’ll have a perfect meal (and plenty of leftovers) ready for you by the end of your evening commute. What you’ll
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We all know someone who wakes up on the right side of the bed every morning— chipper, positive, and just all-around optimistic about the day that lies ahead. Far too many people find it difficult to be that person— but that may actually be due to certain morning habits that are holding you back from looking on
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Lunches can be hard. When you’re in a pinch, finding a healthy balance that will give you the energy boost you need without taking a ton of time can be challenging— but this recipe for tuna-stuffed avocados can save the day time after time. You can even sub the tuna for shredded chicken if you’d
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Whether choosing our ingredients for meals or simply snacking on something substantial, the items we’re consuming can often pack on the calories before we know it. We’re not suggesting to cut these foods out or count every little calorie— but if you’re trying to watch your weight, when making your decisions, take into consideration how
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