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Month: March 2019

2019 Health Keto Vegetarians

20 ways to have fruit for dessert that are so good, you’ll actually crave ’em

7 min read

March 11, 2019 at 02:00AM by CWC I have never been someone who’s content with a piece of fruit for dessert. Even as a wellness journalist and certified holistic health coach, I stock up on ripe strawberries and oversized oranges with the intention of savoring them after dinner. But then I think about the dairy-free pint of Ben & Jerry’s I have in the freezer or my dark chocolate Hu Kitchen bar (hey, it has antioxidants!), and, well, more often than not, that fruit ends up forgotten until breakfast. If, like me, your best intentions of having fruit for dessert remain just that, intentions, you’ve come to the right place. I’ve scoured the Internet for the very best healthy fruit desserts that are so enticing you’ll actually crave them. Fruit for dessert? It’s happening. Keep reading for 20 healthy fruit desserts. Photo: McKel Hill 1. Stewed apples with warming spices One way to turn fruit into an instant comfort food: Warm them up—which is exactly what Well+Good Council member McKel Hill, RDN does with her recipe for spiced-up stewed apples. Instead of adding sugar, she blends flavorful spices like ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. They’re delicious as is, or you can drizzle some nut butter on top for added protein. Photo: Hummusapien 2. Stuffed pear crisp It turns out that pears pair (ha!) well with more than just goat cheese and balsamic vinaigrette. They serve as the centerpiece in this delish dessert from blogger Hummusapien, with oat flour, coconut sugar,

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2019 Health Vegetarians

Cilantro vs. parsley: Everything you need to know about the curiously divisive debate

6 min read

March 10, 2019 at 10:00AM by CWC If you’ve ever rushed through the grocery store and grabbed a bundle of cilantro when you were really after parsley (or vice versa), you’ve probably found out the hard way: Cilantro and parsley are definitely not the same. And if you’ve ever accidentally served cilantro to a parsley fan, you might have gotten an earful about it (including the s-word: soapy). People get heated about these leafy green herbs. But confusing the two is an honest mistake—and a common one, at that. After all, when you’re zooming through the produce section, the two look almost identical. And, hey, they do have a few similarities beyond their looks. But there are differences between parsley and cilantro when it comes to their health benefits, how they’re used, and most of all, their flavors. Cilantro vs. parsley—what’s the difference? 1. Parsley has a milder flavor, while cilantro is bolder. Between the two, parsley is the tamer of the herbs. “Parsley has a mild flavor complex with a slightly peppery, spicy, yet very fresh and bright flavor,” says Nashville-based dietitian Jenny Beth Kroplin, RD, LDN. Some people also get a lemon vibe from parsley. On the other hand, “cilantro imparts an earthy flavor, similar to a blend of lemon and sage,” says Patricia Bannan, MS, RDN, a Los Angeles-based nutritionist and healthy eating expert. But while it does have some similar tasting notes to parsley, cilantro’s flavor is much stronger. That’s partly why cilantro tends to be

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2019 Health Relaxation

The overlooked erogenous zones that could use (a lot) more love

4 min read

March 10, 2019 at 08:00AM by CWC For me, the term “erogenous zones” conjures a bygone era—one where “What do women want?!” could be a non-ironic headline uttered by a Ron Burgundy clone. It feels oh so ’80s somehow, right up there with IUDs and “What’s your sign?” Well, life is weird. Here we are decades later, and astrology is more popular than ever. IUDs are suddenly the queen of the contraceptive world. And erogenous zones are back. As a new generation expresses female desire like never before, everybody wants to have better sex. And why not? Studies show it’s great for your physical health, your mental health, and even your skin. If you are living in a female body (or you’re attracted to people who are), you probably are already familiar with the erogenous zones that get the most attention: the nipples, the clitoris, the vulva, and the neck. For others, a foot rub is heaven—or a (mutually agreed-upon) booty smack. “When we start to receive stimulation in areas that are not often touched, those sensations can feel heightened and can create a more exciting awareness.” —Sexologist Megan Stubbs, EdD But sexologist Megan Stubbs, EdD, says things are not quite that simple. If you’ve got the body parts listed above in your regular rotation, she urges you to go beyond Sex 101. “Basically, [it’s] all about touching areas that don’t frequently get as much love as the more popularized ones. When we start to receive stimulation in areas that are

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