Cooking & Food

1-2-12: The Nutrition System to Sustain You for Life

Learn about this dietitian-developed, step-by-step system designed to make healthy eating easy and practical for the long-term.

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Cooking & Food Healthy Habits/Goal Setting

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9 Festive and Healthy Mocktails for the Holidays

Elegant and healthy drinks to enjoy during your holiday get-together. Serve either alcohol-free or with suggested spirit.

By Experience Life Staff

Cooking & Food Holidays

rye crackers with sliced cherry tomatoes and avocado

What Is Food Combining and How Can It Help My Health?

It's an approach to meal planning that may help you manage digestion and blood sugar.

By Helen Martineau

Cooking & Food

9 Kitchen Gadgets That Are Worth the Hype

We’re living in the golden age of kitchen gadgets and gizmos. Consider adding one of these to your repertoire or gifting one to the cook in your life.

By Kaelyn Riley

Cooking & Food Product Reviews

3 Ways to Use Our Sea Salt Caramel Protein Powder

Shakes and protein balls that offer satiation with an indulgent taste.

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Cooking & Food Supplements

When Should I Use Whole Spices Versus Ground Spices?

There is quite a difference between whole spices and ground spices — and it can bring your cooking to a whole new level when used correctly.

By Camille Berry

Cooking & Food

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Happier, Healthier Kids: Q&A With the Life Time Foundation

Learn how the Life Time Foundation’s youth nutrition and movement programs help accelerate change for kids in communities across the country.

By Callie Fredrickson

Cooking & Food Family/Parenting/Kids

What Is Curry Leaf and How Do I Use It?

Curry leaves are a fresh herb picked from curry trees and are used differently from curry powder. Learn more about this often overlooked herb.

By Camille Berry

Cooking & Food Nutrition Tips

5 Simple Sheet-Pan Breakfasts

These one-pan recipes make quick and easy breakfasts and are perfect for feeding a crowd.

By Robin Asbell

Cooking & Food

What Is Fennel Pollen and How Do I Use it?

Also known as "the spice of angels," this herb is the perfect complement to sweet or savory dishes.

By Camille Berry

Cooking & Food

What Is Amchur and How Do I Use It?

Amchur (or amchoor) powder is an Indian spice derived from sun-dried unripe green mangoes. Here are several ways to try this tart and tangy spice.

By Camille Berry

Cooking & Food

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8 Cozy Winter Drinks

The days are short and cool, but these beverages are sure to warm you up.

By Experience Life Staff

Cooking & Food

8 Herbs and Spices to Cook With More

Don’t get stuck in a flavor rut! Try these eight herbs and spices to broaden your culinary horizons.

By Camille Berry

Cooking & Food

5 Cozy Soup Recipes

Make easy, comforting, delicious meals with a few of our favorite soup recipes, including pear-parsnip soup and lentil soup with delicata squash.

By Kaelyn Riley

Cooking & Food

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13 Gluten-Free Healthy Dinner Recipes

Cozy up with these healthy, seasonal recipes.

By Experience Life Staff

Cooking & Food

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6 Fall-Inspired Coffee-Shop Recipes

Cozy up with a healthier, dairy-free spin on your favorite seasonal coffee-shop recipes.

By Maddie Augustin

Cooking & Food

5 Hearty Fall Salads

These recipes build on seasonal produce to create meal-worthy salads you’ll look forward to eating.

By Robin Asbell

Cooking & Food

19 Healthy and Creative Apple Recipes

It's apple season! Whether you're blessed with an overly abundant apple tree or simply want to get creative with the last apple in your kitchen, you'll discover new ways to enjoy this fall favorite.

By Experience Life Staff

Cooking & Food