Lifestyle

During the holiday season, the amount of food wasted increases by 25%, according to the USDA. That translates into a lot of money that ends up in landfills, contributing to climate issues. The good news is that you can do something about that percentage by knowing how to minimize waste. Learn how to use leftovers from your holiday dishes and ingredients in new, creative, and tasty ways.

Turmeric is trending, thanks to its amazing nutritional benefits and its bold flavor and color. You may have enjoyed it in golden milk or as part of a curry, but what are other ways to get this wonderful spice into your life? And does it matter if it’s fresh or dried? Here’s what you need to know to incorporate the “golden spice” into your cooking.

Are you searching for a gift that conveys warmth, thoughtfulness, and a personal touch, while nourishing the recipient and being kind to the planet? Look no further than your own kitchen! Homemade food gifts are a delightful way to show someone you care. Here’s how to find recipes, prepare them safely and efficiently, and package them beautifully and sustainably.

The alkaline diet has been around for a while. And it presents a compelling theory about your body and health: that the food you eat determines the pH of your blood, and that a low pH causes all sorts of health problems. The good news is the alkaline diet promotes the consumption of many of the healthiest foods. The bad news is that it does so for some questionable reasons. So what’s useful about the alkaline diet, and where does it diverge from research-backed evidence?

From their early days of cultivation to their status as a food of the gods in ancient Rome, walnuts have long provided top-notch nutrition and unmatched flavor. In this article, we dive into the world of walnuts, including the different types, how to store and toast them, and how to include them in both sweet and savory dishes.

Your favorite fruits and vegetables get their color and much of their health-boosting power from compounds called polyphenols. One of the most abundant and best-studied of these compounds is quercetin. Known for its powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, quercetin may help with heart, brain, and gut health. But where can you find quercetin in food? And are food sources enough, or should you be supplementing?

Food prices have risen dramatically in the last few years. But why? And how can you reduce your food bill without sacrificing your health?

Polyphenols are compounds that give many plant foods their vibrant colors and distinctive tastes. They not only protect plants from disease and sun damage, but when you eat those plants, you’re getting similar benefits. So what does the evidence say about how polyphenols can fight chronic disease, and what the best sources are?

Sweet potatoes are one of the most versatile and delicious foods out there — and they’re incredibly healthy to boot. From their origins in the highlands of Peru to their place on the festive tables of England’s King Henry VIII, societies have long had a love affair with these colorful tubers. So let’s find out how to choose, store, and prepare sweet potatoes to eat them on a regular basis.

Copper is one of those quiet, essential nutrients that you don’t hear much about. Without it, though, you can’t survive. And both too little, and especially too much, can damage your heart, brain, bones, skin, and immune system. So how much do you really need? What are the best sources? How easy is it to get enough on a plant-based diet? And how can you avoid copper toxicity?

If making homemade vegetable broth is new to you, get ready for a few perks! From a culinary perspective, making your own vegetable broth is fun and flavorful, and it allows you to experiment with a variety of vegetables (and vegetable parts!). From an environmental standpoint, you avoid food waste and unnecessary packaging that comes with store-bought brands. And, from a cost-savings mindset, you’ll save money. Check out this article on how making homemade vegetable broth can be easy and versatile in a variety of plant-based recipes.

Selenium, once thought to be poisonous, is now recognized as an essential nutrient. It plays a key role in many aspects of your health, including metabolism, immunity, and protection against various diseases. But can you get too much of this nutrient? What are the best food sources of selenium, and can you get enough from a plant-based diet?