July 22, 2019 at 08:14AM by CWC At the end of last year, Well+Good predicted that 2019 would be the year of cauliflower mania. Boy were we right. Between Trader Joe’s cauliflower gnocchi to cauli-bread, the veggie has gone from taking over the frozen food aisles to expanding into the middle of the grocery store. But it’s certainly not the only plant-based food that’s become, well, cool. Consider this sampling of statistics: The demand for plant-based beverages (like oat milk) is predicted to have a compound annual growth rate of six percent through 2028, people are so hungry for vegan burgers that Beyond Meat’s worth has skyrocketed to $21 billion, and Burger King is now selling the Impossible Burger. Oh, and the plant-forward Mediterranean diet was deemed the best eating plan of the year (sorry, keto). The evidence is even clearer than when we called the trend at the end of last year: Plants are here to stay. ad_intervals[‘408516_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘408516_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Why now? “There are a few reasons why I think so many people are interested in a more plant-based diet right now,” says Mark Hyman, MD, author of Food: What the Heck Should I Eat?. “Number one: people are stepping up to the realities of climate change, and factory-farmed meat and the way we grow most of the food in this country is damaging our land, our air, our water, our communities, and our bodies,” he says. He has
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How the beauty industry is confronting its relationship with waste
July 22, 2019 at 05:00AM by CWC As a beauty editor, I’m sent probably around 10 skin-care and makeup products a day, and opening them up never fails to remind me of playing with nesting dolls. Each product comes in a jar or bottle or tub, which is typically in some sort of product box, which is then nestled inside of a larger box that may or may not be packed with Styrofoam fillers, scrunched-up cardboard pieces, or tissue paper. Which all goes to say that, for the sake of safely transporting one relatively small beauty product, a lot of waste is produced. That’s just the beginning of it, though. Beauty products themselves often need to be packaged within containers that are made up of a number of different materials, including plastic, glass, recycled plastic, and aluminum. The use of mixed materials for a single item makes recycling complicated, and despite our best efforts to recycle them, many of those materials can wind up in landfills. ad_intervals[‘383028_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘383028_div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-7520022-3’);}); } }, 100); In terms of being a source of waste in the world, beauty products are not the biggest culprit: bottled and packaged beverages and food are, according to Shane Wolf, founder of sustainable beauty brand Seed Phytonutrients; however, they still pose a significant—and unique—problem. “Beauty products create less waste in volume [than the food and beverage industry], but our plastics challenge is more complex because we tend to use mixed material and
Why Some Veggies Make You Bloated & Exactly What To Eat Instead
July 22, 2019 at 12:12AM The good news? There’s a simple solution. Continue Reading… Author Liz Moody | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
9 nutrition experts reveal their go-to healthy snacks to beat the mid-afternoon slump
July 21, 2019 at 08:00AM by CWC The worst time of day: when your alarm goes off and you really have to get up for work. The second worst time of day: when 3 p.m. hits and you’re freaking starving. Hello, hanger o’clock! Nice to see you again. (Not.) Surprisingly, hanger is a legit biological phenomenon. When blood sugar levels drop, it’s normal to feel a bit sad, mad, or just emotional. It can happen to any of us, even healthy eating experts. The difference between the wellness pros and, well, everyone else, is that they know what types of foods can help curb hanger (and prevent it from striking in the first place). Experts generally agree that meals and snacks containing protein and healthy fats are going to keep you full longer than carb-based ones, and affect blood sugar levels less—which means your mood will be more even, too. Of course a snack isn’t going to effectively ward off hanger if it isn’t satisfying. If it doesn’t hit the spot, chances are, you’ll be rummaging through the kitchen later 20 minutes later, looking for something that will. ad_intervals[‘408364_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘408364_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); So what’s a healthy eater to do? Here, nine healthy eating experts share their favorite easy healthy snacks to ward off that dreaded afternoon sluggishness. Your stomach and mood will thank you. 1. Fiber-rich smoothies Celebrity nutritionist, best-selling author, and Well+Good Wellness Council member Kimberly Snyder, CN, starts every morning
7 ways to cook with edamame (beyond just putting ’em in a bowl and adding salt)
July 20, 2019 at 06:00AM by CWC Fun fact: Edamame—immature soybeans cooked and served inside their pods—are higher in protein than chickpeas, lentils, and black beans, *and* are a good source of fiber, folate, and vitamin K. So it’s pretty sad that the only time they make an appearance is as a pre-sushi app or an afterthought at the salad bar. Rounded up here are seven ways to change that. From hummus to summer salads and even curry, the recipes below all use edamame in ways you probably haven’t thought of before—and deliver a nutrient-packed dish in the process. Ready to up your protein game? Keep reading for the goods. Scroll down for 7 healthy edamame recipes. Photo: Cookie+Kate 1. Edamame hummus Shelled edamame can be blended into hummus the same way chickpeas can—and adds a bright note when blended with tahini. Use it as a dip for crackers or veggies for a high-protein snack or app. ad_intervals[‘408849_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘408849_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Photo: The Noble Pig 2. Cucumber edamame salad with ginger-soy vinaigrette If you’re looking for a hydrating salad to get on the dinner table ASAP—or to wow your friends with at a cookout—this one from The Noble Pig is it. The cucumbers make it super hydrating, and the edamame ensures that it’s legit filling, too. Pro tip: Add jalapeno pepper for some unexpected bite. Photo: The Girl Who Ate Everything 3. Edamame quinoa salad Besides edamame, this quinoa salad from
The Healthiest Foods At Dunkin’, According To Nutritionists
July 20, 2019 at 12:03AM What do they choose when nary a veggie is on the menu? Continue Reading… Author Stephanie Eckelkamp | Life by Daily Burn Selected by CWC
Nutritionists helped us rank the 7 best healthy nuts because it’s hard to choose a favorite child
July 19, 2019 at 03:00PM by CWC If you love to keep a DIY trail mix on hand for an energy boost or simply can’t stop at just one pistachio, then this one’s for you. After all, when it comes to choosing the healthiest nuts for your particular lifestyle, the truth is they can all play a part depending on the benefits you’re seeking. Here, Nora Minno, RDN, a dietitian and certified personal trainer in New York City, and Scott Keatley, RDN, owner of Keatley Medical Nutrition Therapy, break down the most popular nuts and where they fit best into your everyday diet. 1. Best for healthy aging: almonds It will come as no surprise that almonds are kind of the OG of nuts with their fibrous content and heart healthy fatty acids. But Minno says they are also one of the best natural sources of the antioxidant vitamin E, containing approximately 35 to 40 percent of the daily recommended intake per one-ounce serving. ad_intervals[‘409301_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘409301_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); “Studies have shown that vitamin E may slow down the worsening of memory loss in people with moderately severe Alzheimer’s disease,” she says. “Some evidence also suggests that adequate intake of vitamin E in the diet may be linked with a reduced risk of developing Parkinson’s disease.” Keatley says almonds are also “the most accessible of the nuts,” pointing to the fact that they can be found everywhere, including in perfectly portioned 100-calorie
If Instant Pot and sous vide had a baby, this would be it
July 19, 2019 at 09:09AM by CWC The list of cooking functions possessed by the Instant Pot is nothing short of impressive: it’s a pressure cooker, rice maker, egg boiler, yogurt maker, and steamer all in one. But one of the few features most IPs don’t have is a built-in sous vide, a process used to cook vacuum-sealed foods to perfection by maintaining a precisely controlled temperature. Sous vide ensures meat, fish, and veggies are cooked evenly while retaining their flavor and nutrient-density. Well, what a time to be alive: now there’s a new pressure cooker-sous vide hybrid. Presenting the Fissler Souspreme Multi Pot ($130). With a whopping 18 cooking programs, it does everything other pressure cookers do, but it has an integrated sous vide function, which makes sure that whatever you throw in there cooks perfectly every time. Say, for example, you want to make a soup full of veggies and chicken. Using the sous vide feature makes sure every single ingredient comes out super tender—without losing any of the health benefits. It’s also a pressure cooker, which means that all this happens in a fraction of the time it would on the stove or in a slow cooker. ad_intervals[‘409390_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘409390_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Really any meal you’re making where you make sure you don’t lose a drop of flavor, the sous vide feature will come in handy for. You can even use it to make your own version of the cult-classic
Feeding a crowd? Here’s how to create a ‘Venn diagram menu’ and make everyone happy
July 19, 2019 at 08:05AM by CWC Every time I make a trip down south to my hometown of Charleston, South Carolina, what to eat for dinner is a contentious subject. I’m a long-time vegetarian, my sister has been flirting with keto, and my mother is—how do I phrase this politely?—extremely picky. Dad is our resident chef, but negotiating all of our preferences often sends him into a tizzy. Normally, preparing food for a crowd—even if said “crowd” is just four people— presents a Sudoku-esque mind challenge. But not once you’ve mastered the “Venn diagram menu.” While the dinner-designing strategy, as featured by LifeHacker, was created for satisfying the needs of your children, this problem is ageless. As my family epitomizes, the diversity of eating plans have never been so bountiful. The Venn diagram menu solves this problem by modeling every dinner party after the interlocking circles. It’s a godsend. ad_intervals[‘409421_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘409421_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); The basic idea is this: First, find a base that everyone will eat. (This is the overlapping part of the Venn diagram. Duh.) After that, prep all of the sides, which will be served choose-your-own-adventure-style. The most iconic example is taco night, where the taco shells appear on everyone’s plates. But while Suzie (who’s vegan) might smash her shell into a salad and add avocado, black beans, lettuce and tomatoes, Peter (who loves meat with fervor) may opt for shells filled with ground beef, bacon bits, cheese,
5 recipes that prove panini presses aren’t just for smooshed sandwiches
July 18, 2019 at 10:26AM by CWC Here’s a (semi-)objective fact for you: paninis will always be better than sandwiches. The cheese melts to gooey perfection, the toast becomes buttery-yet-crunchy, and all the veggies taste fresh out of the oven. There’s no better glow-up for two pieces of bread and all the fixin’s, but if you’re only using your panini press to make rainbow sammies, I’m here to tell you that you’re missing out in the kitchen. Peruse YouTube for panini press recipes and you’re in for a real treat. Besides every combination of hot, pressed lunch you can think of, you’ll also find some, shall we say, “out-of-the-box” uses for the kitchen gadget. In general, people tend to get creative with their air fryers and Instant Pots, but the panini possibilities have launched innovative cooking into the stratosphere. 5 panini press recipes that aren’t sandwiches [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HQyaQftXpz0?start=82] ad_intervals[‘409143_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’] = setInterval(function () { if (ads_ready) { clearTimeout(ad_intervals[‘409143_div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’]); googletag.cmd.push(function(){googletag.display(‘div-gpt-ad-8891272-3’);}); } }, 100); Grilled Chicken After spicing your bird with the desired combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, et cetera, you simply place the chicken on the panini press and leave it be for 15 to 20 minutes. To up your meal prep game, you could totally whip up five at a time on Sunday and top your salads with protein all week long. (Vegans and vegetarians can substitute tofu for equally delicious results.) [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgKYDOpQW5w?start=82] Quesadillas Okay, so in a way—quesadillas are sandwiches. However, if you normally have Mexican night by sweating