Food Archives - Page 6 of 58

- Nutrition -

How to Eat More Turmeric

By Christine Schrum

Here are some easy ways to get more turmeric in your diet.

An elegant meal of scallops, risotto, and custard tart is presented on a table.

- Nutrition -

Your Perfect Valentine’s Day Dinner

By Maddie Augustin

Skip the crowded restaurants and have a special dinner at home with this simple, elegant menu.

- Nutrition -

How to Get More Bugs in Your Diet

By Michael Dregni

Saving the world, one edible critter at a time? Our deputy editor digs into the research around eating insects and cooks with them too (think cricket flour). Bug appétit!

- Nutrition -

Sugar Bust: New Evidence Against Sweet Drinks

By Michael Dregni

Here are some of the latest findings about sugary drinks like soda, juice, energy drinks, and more.

Many bowls of junk food, including candy and potato chips

- Nutrition -

Your Body on Processed Foods

By Michael Dregni

This is your body on foods that are more processed, have higher levels of sugar, and contain fewer nutrients.

- Functional Medicine -

One in two Americans is suffering from diabesity, and most of them don’t even know it. Why? Because most doctors are not trained to treat the single biggest chronic disease in America. The good news? Diabesity can be prevented, treated and reversed. Dr. Mark Hyman explains how.

- Nutrition -

The Health Benefits of Eating Coconuts

By Cary Neff

For decades coconuts have gotten an unfair health rap based on their high fat content. The truth is, they're good for the body — and easy on the taste buds. Here are quick-and-easy recipes to incorporate more coconuts into your diet.

Cauliflower, rice, and broccoli are pictured.

- Nutrition -

What Is Your Unique Carbohydrate Tolerance?

By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC

Depending on your genetics and your microbiome, your body might respond to carbohydrates differently.

A hand of ginger and some slices on a plate

- Nutrition -

How to Buy and Store Ginger

By Kaelyn Riley

Ginger has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is a staple in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Try these tips to use more of it in your kitchen.

A plate with a little food on it and a fork and knife

- Weight Loss -

Why Intermittent Fasting Isn’t Right for Everyone

By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC

Intermittent fasting has many therapeutic uses, but not everyone should try it. Here's why.

- Nutrition -

How to Buy and Store Turmeric

By Christine Schrum

Why it pays to buy fair-trade, organic turmeric powder — plus, how best to store this anti-inflammatory spice.

A person cooks while consulting a recipe book.

- Nutrition -

Our Staff’s Favorite Cookbooks

By Experience Life Staff

Looking for a great cookbook? Our staff weighs in on their all-time faves.

- Nutrition -

Here’s What to Know About Vitamin K

By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC

Not getting enough Vitamin K is more common than you think. Here’s how to increase the amount of vitamin K1 and vitamin K2 in your diet.

- Nutrition -

Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Busy Mornings

By Robin Asbell

On busy weekdays, a healthy breakfast can be a tall order. These nourishing make-ahead meals can help simplify your mornings.

- Nutrition -

Beyond Calorie Counting

By Kaelyn Riley

Why calories aren't the most important metric when developing a healthy, satisfying approach to eating.

- Nutrition -

The Health Benefits of Turmeric

By Christine Schrum

Turmeric is a potent, anti-inflammatory spice with a wide range of promising therapeutic properties.

- Nutrition -

Fast Track Liver Detox

By Ann Louise Gittleman

Whether you're trying to drop unwanted pounds or flush out unwelcome toxins, you need a healthy liver to make it happen. Here's how to keep this overachieving organ in optimal shape.

- Nutrition -

How Healthy People Decode Labels

By Alyssa Ford

All natural? No additives? Our experts help you separate the hype from the reality in the grocery aisle.

- Nutrition -

Everything You Need to Know About Intermittent Fasting

By Laine Bergeson Becco, FMCHC

For many people, taking longer breaks from eating — known as “intermittent fasting” — can produce substantial positive health effects. Here’s what the latest research says.

- Nutrition -

Is Raw-Milk Cheese Safe to Eat?

By Elizabeth Millard

Most people do not need to avoid raw-milk cheeses, says our expert.

Group of people eating a avariety of cheese

- Nutrition -

Can People Who Are Dairy Intolerant Eat Cheese?

By Elizabeth Millard

It depends. But, goat and sheep cheeses are often tolerable for people with lactose and casein intolerances.