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5 High-Protein Meals
Easy to make (and kid friendly!) meals to lessen at-home menu fatigue.
How to Buy and Store Rhubarb
This tart, tangy spring veggie is good for so much more than pie.
How to Fillet a Fish
A few simple steps — and a sharp knife — can help you cut a perfect fillet.
How to Use Nut Pulp
Wondering what to do with all the pulp left over from making homemade nut milk? Here are some tips — and recipes — to put nut pulp to good use.
The Health Benefits of Real Honey
The nutritional power of honey is well established. By buying local, you can support regional ecosystems and your neighborhood bees.
How to Create Your Own Charcuterie Board
A charcuterie board offers a medley of flavors and textures — and is a tasty, minimal-effort dinner option that’s ideal for the season.
4 Picnic Recipes Perfect for a Holiday Weekend
Enjoy these bright and tasty dishes alfresco — all of which can be made ahead of time for quick grilling or serving.
How to Buy and Store Eggs
Nutritious and versatile, eggs make a simple addition to almost any meal. Make the most of them with these tips.
DIY Seasoning Blends
Don’t have garam masala or taco seasoning on hand? Learn to mix up your own blend using the herbs and spices in your pantry.
5 Creative Ways to Use Tempeh
Here are five delicious tempeh recipes for Meatless Mondays — or any day of the week.
The Power of Veggies: How to Eat More and Make Them Taste Great
Julie Brown, RD, the nutrition and assessments program manager at Life Time, joins us to discuss the many health benefits of vegetables, and to share her favorite cooking tips and best tricks for squeezing more veggies into your meals and snacks.
6 Powerful Spices That Support Your Health
Spices not only enliven the foods we eat, they can also enhance our overall health, as the six popular spices listed below demonstrate.
3 Healthy-Living Experts’ Favorite Shake Recipes
Looking for a convenient way to get a balance of nutrients into your diet? Try these body-fueling shake recipes from three healthy-living experts.
9 Easy Recipe Substitutions to Make Your Meals Healthier
You don’t need to transform your whole diet to eat healthier. These small shifts can make your meals more nutritious — and more satisfying.
How to Buy and Store Arugula
Also called rocket or rucola, this green offers the ample nutritional benefits of a cruciferous vegetable.
Nourish Your Body with These 5 Whole-Foods Detox Recipes
You don’t need a juice cleanse to rid your body of unwanted toxins. These recipes support your body’s natural detoxification systems.
8 Recipes Using What You Have in Your Pantry
A well-stocked pantry and a few key fridge or freezer items are all you need to whip up these healthy, tasty meals with ease.
The Ultimate Protein Shake
This shake is a favorite on the LifeCafe® menu. Make it for yourself at home with this recipe.
8 Freezer-Friendly Recipes
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, and dessert options that you can make now and eat later.
How to Buy and Store Lemons
Juiced or zested, this versatile citrus fruit adds brightness and acidity to any dish — and it even doubles as a household cleaning agent. Try these tips to get the most from your lemons.