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How to Grow Sprouts
Celebrate the start of spring by cultivating some of these nutritionally dense plants in your kitchen.

Advice From a Trainer: 5 Tips for a Successful D.TOX
The top strategies for success this trainer learned after going through the Life Time D.TOX program multiple times.

The Health Benefits of Eating Potatoes
Long maligned by various healthy-eating plans, potatoes are back in favor — and more nutritious than you might think.

4 Weeknight Instant Pot Meals
Mix up your meal routine with these Instant Pot recipes from best-selling author Michelle Tam’s latest cookbook.

Is Decaf Coffee Good or Bad for Your Health?
Not all decaf coffee is the same. Here’s what to avoid — and how to brew the perfect cup of decaf.

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.

The New Pancake Breakfast
Reboot your pancakes with add-ins like mashed bananas, sweet potatoes, shredded carrots, protein powder, and more.

9 Healthy Holiday Dips and Spreads
Caramelized onion dip, beet hummus, cashew “chèvre," and more! These nine dips will make holiday entertaining a breeze.

The Wild World of Fermentation: Q&A With Sandor Katz
The author and "fermentation revivalist" talks about fermented soybeans, turmeric-infused pickles, and living with HIV.

Is Intermittent Fasting Right for You?
With Paul Kriegler, RD, LD, CPT
Intermittent fasting is referred to in various terms — 16:8, alternate-day fasting, 5:2, time-restricted eating. But even if you’re simply just choosing to wait to eat until your first hunger pang, this practice can result in some significant and positive health effects when done thoughtfully. Paul Kriegler, RD, LD, CPT, walks through the different methods of this dietary approach, including the benefits it can provide and guidance for those interested in trying it.
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How to Bake With Flour Alternatives
These baked goods made with alternative flours are fit for any celebration.

What Are the Health Effects of Moderate Alcohol Consumption?
Alcohol seems to affect us all differently — and even affect our own bodies differently over time. Here are answers to some of your questions about booze and the body.

The Joy of Eating
Small, satisfying food moments can bring big, valuable pleasure to our lives.

Good Eats for All: How to Navigate the Holidays With Dietary Restrictions
Based on learnings from her own healing journey, best-selling cookbook author Danielle Walker shares tips for enjoying seasonal gatherings when dealing with food intolerances or allergies.

Our Favorite Sustainable Spices
High-quality, fair-trade seasonings that make everything taste better.

The Connection Between Sugar and Cancer Metabolism
Sugar is the top food to avoid when it comes to cancer, according to an integrative oncologist at the University of California San Francisco.

4 Plant-Based Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Try these veggie side dishes at your next holiday gathering.

4 Foods to Wake Up Taste Buds During Cancer Treatment
Nourishing yourself while undergoing treatment can be tricky. These foods might help whet your appetite.

6 Tips for Sourcing High-Quality, Fair-Trade Spices
If you want to buy fresh seasonings grown by farmers who are treated fairly, keep these suggestions in mind.

How to Buy, Store, and Cook Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts get a bad rap. When cooked properly, these little crucifers can be delightful.

The Story of Spices
Prized as global commodities for centuries, spices are experiencing a renaissance. Our experts explain how to source high-quality, fair-trade products to use in your own kitchen.