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Cooking & Food

Orange chicken stir-fry

Our 18 Most Popular Healthy-Eating Recipes of 2021

A variety of equally delicious and nutritious dishes that were viewed the most this time last year.
By Molly Kopischke
Cooking & Food
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

5 Post-Holiday Meals Our Trainers and Nutrition Coaches Are Eating

Here are the healthy meals our experts plan to prepare for a boost in nutrition following the holiday season.
By The LTH Nutrition Team
Cooking & FoodHolidays
a bottle of vanilla extract and vanilla beans

How to Buy, Store, and Use Vanilla Extract

Savor the flavor of this ubiquitous baking ingredient with these helpful tips.
By Kaelyn Riley
Cooking & Food
an array of pancakes on a table

The New Pancake Breakfast

Reboot your pancakes with add-ins like mashed bananas, sweet potatoes, shredded carrots, protein powder, and more.
By Robin Asbell
Cooking & Food
pantry shelves with jars filled with alternative flours

The Alternative Baking Pantry

Try these flour alternatives in place of wheat flour, as well as these egg and sweetener alternatives.
By Robin Asbell
Cooking & Food
chevre and raw veggies

9 Healthy Holiday Dips and Spreads

Caramelized onion dip, beet hummus, cashew “chèvre," and more! These nine dips will make holiday entertaining a breeze.
By Experience Life Staff
Cooking & FoodHolidays
alternative flour baked goods

How to Bake With Healthy Flour Alternatives

These baked goods made with alternative flours are fit for any celebration.
By Robin Asbell
Cooking & Food
vegetarian Thanksgiving side dishes

4 Plant-Based Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Try these veggie side dishes at your next holiday gathering.
By Maddie Augustin
Cooking & Food
Brussels sprouts

How to Buy, Store, and Cook Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts get a bad rap. When cooked properly, these little crucifers can be delightful.
By Kaelyn Riley
Cooking & Food
cancer fighting foods: salmon, citrus, nuts, papaya

Eating Well During Cancer Care

Integrative cancer experts offer ways to nourish yourself when food seems less appealing.
By Catherine Guthrie
CancerCooking & Food
a casserole

4 Comforting Meals to Bring to a Friend in Need

Nutritious, comforting recipes designed for leaving on a friend’s doorstep.
By Maddie Augustin
Cooking & FoodFriends
Two mini mummy cauliflower crust pizzas.

5 Healthy Halloween Treats

No tricks, just tasty Halloween eats.
By Anika Christ, RD, CPT
Cooking & Food
a person slides slices of onion off a cutting board into a put of water

8 Tips for Using Alliums

The nutritional health benefits of alliums — think onions, garlic, chives, and shallots — are impressive. Use these kitchen tricks when incorporating them into your diet.
By Catherine Guthrie
Cooking & Food
a medley of ancient rice and grains, meat, and roasted veggies

5 Ancient Wheat Grains to Try

Some people with gluten sensitivities find some ancient wheat grains easier to digest. Here are five to try.
By Stephanie Soucheray
Cooking & FoodFood Culture
garlic bulbs, onions and scallions

What You Need to Know About Alliums

What is an allium — and why do you need to eat more of them? Read on for the benefits of onions, garlic, leeks, and more.
By Catherine Guthrie
Cooking & FoodNutrition Tips
a jar of pumpkin puree sits next to a pumpkin

What is Pumpkin Purée and How Do I Use It?

Canned pumpkin is a nutritious, versatile ingredient. Here's what to make with pumpkin purée as well as how to pick out a good brand.
By Kaelyn Riley
Cooking & Food
a variety of ancient grains in bowls

11 Ancient Grains to Try

What are ancient grains, and why should we eat them? Read on for expert advice on how to broaden your whole-grain horizons.
By Stephanie Soucheray
Cooking & FoodFood Culture
a bento box lunch filled with easy to prepare recipes

7 Make-Ahead Plant-Based Recipes to Up Your Lunch Game

Try these creative make-ahead recipes to level up your plant-based-lunch game.
By Maddie Augustin
Cooking & FoodMeal Planning & Prep
cinnamon sticks and cinnamon powder

How to Choose the Best Cinnamon

This essential fall spice has plenty of uses beyond baking.
By Kaelyn Riley
Cooking & Food
A bento lunch box packed with chicken, cheese, crackers, grapes, blueberries, tomatoes and carrots.

3 Tips for Packing Lunches the Whole Family Will Love

Plus, easy and nourishing recipes to get you started.
By Andrea Raab
Cooking & FoodFamily/Parenting/Kids
An illustration of a bowl of veggies and guacamole.

7 No-Prep Convenient Snack Ideas

Next time hunger hits and you’re short on time, try grabbing one of these healthy options.
By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT
Cooking & FoodMeal Planning & Prep
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