Is there anything better than sitting outside with a bowl of cherries and just passing some time? The perfect summer snack is a healthy one, too. Cherries' health benefits run deep. They are a great source of antioxidants, very high in fiber, low in calories, and have the potential to reduce blood pressure, treat gout,…

Two major observances are on the calendar for April: Easter and Passover. It’s a time to get together with family and close friends to eat, remember, give thanks, and celebrate. If you’re searching for some Passover foods and Easter recipes that can help keep things traditional, tasty, and healthy, then you’ve come to the right…

Seasonal produce is always a treat, and whether spring is simply ushering in a new growing season or allowing the earth to regenerate after a snowy, frozen winter, it adds an element of excitement for food lovers. Fresh spring fruits and vegetables are about more than just eating; they symbolize a fresh start, renewal, and,…

Spring has arrived! The ground is thawing and it’s a great time to start thinking about fresh, homegrown food, particularly early-spring herbs. Fresh herbs are a home garden staple that add plenty of flavor and nutrition to your meals, while also taking up very little space. A spring herb garden only needs a small amount…

The ketogenic, aka keto, diet has been getting a lot of buzz recently, but is this just the hype of another fad diet? As with most things, there is a little bit of truth mixed into the hype. And depending on your goals, a ketogenic diet might be a useful tool. Chances are you have…

What Is Kombucha? Kombucha is a sweet, fizzy drink that can be a good source of probiotics. It’s been consumed for centuries but is making a big-time comeback, becoming an extremely popular beverage in recent years. A number of health claims have boosted its popularity, with kombucha benefits including active probiotic cultures that can promote…

Some things can be really hard to give up, which is likely why keto newbies often ask, “Can I have chocolate on the keto diet?” And the answer is that it really depends. Let’s start with the bad news: if you love the sweet, creamy flavor and texture of milk chocolate, you’re out of luck.…

For a long time, gut health was considered pretty simple: You eat food, preferably lots of fiber, and it moves through the intestinal tract to be absorbed and excreted. But more recently, the tone has changed. Gut health is now synonymous with overall health, and numerous studies have shown links between the health and diversity…

With St. Paddy’s fast approaching, you’re surely seeing the billboards for Guinness beer popping up around your local pubs. Known for its Irish roots, precision pouring, complex flavor, and versatility, the stout is a holiday favorite among St. Patrick’s Day revelers. But aside from its seasonal appeal and unique appearance when set next to ales,…

Vegan desserts, Valentine’s Day—is there a faster or more valuable way to your lover’s heart? I guess it depends on who you ask. But if you’re looking to impress your vegan—or even meat-eating—Valentine with some fancy vegan desserts, you could be in for the night of your life. Not a master baker? No problem! There…