May 21, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEKOzT7oDyI] You’ve likely seen hordes of healthy ice cream options popping up in the freezer aisle, with labels that boast fewer calories, more protein, and less sugar. But are these treats as good for you as they seem? Registered dietician Tracy Lockwood-Beckerman took to Well+Good’s YouTube channel for another installment of You Versus Food to share her top tips on what to look for for a healthy-ish ice cream. 1. Prioritize fiber if you can Beckerman recommends comparing the labels of your favorite frozen treats to see how much fiber is in each variety. “Fiber is great for lowering the ice cream’s glycemic index, meaning your blood sugar may not spike as much after you eat it,” she says. When your blood sugar is volatile, you’ll feel a “crash” after a sugary snack, and you’re more likely to reach for more sweet stuff to feel better. With fiber in the mix, she says your blood sugar is better able to self-regulate and stay stable. 2. Watch out for some sugar replacements To cut down on sugar, lower-calorie ice cream brands sometimes use sugar replacements like erythritol, monk fruit, and stevia. While these are technically “healthy” ingredients, Beckerman notes that they can cause G.I. issues like bloating or gas in some people. If you know you have a sensitivity to a certain sweetener, be sure to check the label, and size your portions accordingly. 3. Skip super low-fat ice cream It might seem
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Here’s the scoop on buying healthy ice cream like a registered dietitian
May 21, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEKOzT7oDyI] You’ve likely seen hordes of healthy ice cream options popping up in the freezer aisle, with labels that boast fewer calories, more protein, and less sugar. But are these treats as good for you as they seem? Registered dietician Tracy Lockwood-Beckerman took to Well+Good’s YouTube channel for another installment of You Versus Food to share her top tips on what to look for for a healthy-ish ice cream. 1. Prioritize fiber if you can Beckerman recommends comparing the labels of your favorite frozen treats to see how much fiber is in each variety. “Fiber is great for lowering the ice cream’s glycemic index, meaning your blood sugar may not spike as much after you eat it,” she says. When your blood sugar is volatile, you’ll feel a “crash” after a sugary snack, and you’re more likely to reach for more sweet stuff to feel better. With fiber in the mix, she says your blood sugar is better able to self-regulate and stay stable. 2. Watch out for some sugar replacements To cut down on sugar, lower-calorie ice cream brands sometimes use sugar replacements like erythritol, monk fruit, and stevia. While these are technically “healthy” ingredients, Beckerman notes that they can cause G.I. issues like bloating or gas in some people. If you know you have a sensitivity to a certain sweetener, be sure to check the label, and size your portions accordingly. 3. Skip super low-fat ice cream It might seem
Why you (and only you) should have the final word on what goes on your plate
May 21, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC I can’t remember the very first time someone’s comments on my food sparked a mental shame spiral, but one instance has stuck in my memory. I was 16 and home alone on a Friday night. I ordered a large pepperoni pizza and ate slice after slice until half of the pie was gone. When my parents got home, the sight of the missing carbs prompted a statement like, “You ate that all yourself? That’s like a thousand calories.” It sounds silly and small, but that comment made a lasting impression on me—to the point where those words echo in my head whenever I go all in on an “unhealthy” craving. I know that my parents’ words weren’t intended to make me feel bad about my eating habits. But it’s not harmless—and I’m not the only one who melts into a shame spiral any time someone turns their attention to what’s on the end of my fork. There’s a whole Reddit thread, “Please stop commenting on my food!” dedicated to the topic. And when I started asking around, friends, family, and coworkers chimed in that they, too, feel deeply insecure under nutritional scrutiny. As Judith Matz, LCSW, co-author of The Diet Survivor’s Handbook: 60 Lessons in Eating, Acceptance and Self-Care, explains, “intention isn’t the same as impact.” When we comment on the contents of somebody else’s plate (no matter how well-intended), we’re potentially feeding their harshest inner critics. And for women in particular, those
Why you (and only you) should have the final word on what goes on your plate
May 21, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC I can’t remember the very first time someone’s comments on my food sparked a mental shame spiral, but one instance has stuck in my memory. I was 16 and home alone on a Friday night. I ordered a large pepperoni pizza and ate slice after slice until half of the pie was gone. When my parents got home, the sight of the missing carbs prompted a statement like, “You ate that all yourself? That’s like a thousand calories.” It sounds silly and small, but that comment made a lasting impression on me—to the point where those words echo in my head whenever I go all in on an “unhealthy” craving. I know that my parents’ words weren’t intended to make me feel bad about my eating habits. But it’s not harmless—and I’m not the only one who melts into a shame spiral any time someone turns their attention to what’s on the end of my fork. There’s a whole Reddit thread, “Please stop commenting on my food!” dedicated to the topic. And when I started asking around, friends, family, and coworkers chimed in that they, too, feel deeply insecure under nutritional scrutiny. As Judith Matz, LCSW, co-author of The Diet Survivor’s Handbook: 60 Lessons in Eating, Acceptance and Self-Care, explains, “intention isn’t the same as impact.” When we comment on the contents of somebody else’s plate (no matter how well-intended), we’re potentially feeding their harshest inner critics. And for women in particular, those
The healthiest food at Starbucks is hiding in the checkout aisle
May 20, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC Starbucks makes headlines (and major dollars) for its colorful seasonal drinks and super sweet frappuccinos. But for those of you trying to game the system to make your go-to order a little bit healthier (ahem, off-the-menu drinks), I have news for you: The healthiest part of the store isn’t on the menu board at all. It’s right under your nose in the checkout line. The cooler is stocked with Spindrift (one of the cleanest sparkling water brands there is), Evolution Fresh organic cold-pressed juices, Siggi’s yogurt, and Perfect Snacks protein bars. Framing the long lines are bags of Hippeas chickpea puffs, Emmy’s Organics vegan cookies, and Peter Rabbit Organics fiber-rich squeeze packs. Basically, if you want to take a temperature check as to what snack is going to be a BFD within the next year, all you need to do is visit a Starbucks. The coffee chain started championing small, local brands back in 2015 with the launch of their Retail Brand Partnerships arm, a team of employees whose job it was to seek out innovative brands to sell in the stores. “If we can surprise and delight our customers and also provide a pathway for small business, it’s a win-win situation,” Mesh Gelman, vice president of Retail Brand Partnerships, said in a press release about the program. (A representative for Starbucks declined to be interviewed for this article.) The chain started tailoring its cafes to feel, well, less like a chain, by incorporating
11 must-visit Pacific Coast Highway pit stops for the ultimate summer road trip
May 20, 2019 at 03:00PM by CWC My first-ever experience riding along the Pacific Coast Highway—California’s longest state route, which hugs most of the coastline—is now just a hazy memory of motion sickness from the rear-facing third row of my parents’ Woody Wagon. Years later, I rewrote that memory with my soon-to-be husband: We rented a compact car with manual windows and a busted CD player, and made our way from Los Angeles up to the craggy coastline to San Francisco. We stopped in quaint towns, stayed in retro motels, and ate delicious burgers at roadside diners. I’ve since had the great pleasure of returning to this epic stretch of California coastline several times, noticing new stop-worthy eats and attractions during each drive. So, for a fresh take on a classic American road trip, look no further: Here are the best stops along California’s PCH for you to hit on your summer getaway. From north to south, the following Pacific Coast Highway stops make for the ultimate summer road trip. 1. Do some next-level forest bathing amid the towering redwoods Just north of San Francisco, find the Muir Woods, better known as the Redwood Forest, which feels like a living fairy-tale setting of ancient conifers. Here you can dance among the flora and traipse along the trails, soaking in their beauty and wisdom. Try the Dipsea Trail for views of the tree canopy, Pacific Ocean, and Mount Tamalpais. 2. Hit the day spa at the Carmel Valley Ranch After you’ve
Pineapple is the gut health hero of your summer fruit haul
May 20, 2019 at 06:53AM by CWC As far as fruits go, buying pineapple can be pretty intimidating. They’re literally covered in little spikes. And do you even know how to cut one open? But IMO, pineapple is to fruit what Paris Gellar is to Gilmore Girls: prickly on the outside, but with a sweet center that makes it well-worth the effort. Because it’s a tropical fruit—grown in dreamy locales such as Costa Rica, Brazil, and the Philippines—pineapple brings vacation vibes to pretty much anything you make: smoothies, fruit salads, burgers. It doesn’t hurt that the summer treat is rich in health benefits, too. Rounded up here are six big ones, explained by registered dietitian Holly Layer, RD, writer of the aptly named blog, The Healthy Pineapple. What are the health benefits of pineapple? 1. They are great for gut health. According to Layer, pineapple can help reduce bloat as well as prevent other tummy troubles. “Pineapple is unique in that it is our only source of dietary bromelain, which is a digestive enzyme that helps break down protein foods,” she says, explaining how the fruit helps aid the digestive process. “It also contains fiber—about two grams per one cup of cut-up fruit, which also helps with digestion,” she says. 2. They’re hydrating. Another reason why pineapples are such an amazing fruit to snack on during the summer is because they have a high water content; between 85 and 89 percent of pineapple is water. You already know how important it
7 healthy vegetarian recipes to make in your Instant Pot
May 19, 2019 at 04:00AM by CWC Whether you are trying to minimize your meat consumption through Meatless Mondays or adhere to a vegetarian diet full-time, it’s easy to cycle through the same handful of meat-free recipes. (Yes, it is definitely possible to get sick of veggie burgers.) The key to keeping things fresh while still getting dinner on the table in a timely manner: your Instant Pot. Food experimenting is safe with the IP because it’s virtually fool-proof. And if you’re a vegetarian, it cooks meatless staples like dried beans and grains in a fraction of the time it would on the stovetop. Brilliant. But still, it helps to have something to go off of, right? That’s where these recipes come in. Keep reading for a whole arsenal of vegetarian Instant Pot recipes to try. Keep reading for seven vegetarian meals you can make in your Instant Pot. Photo: Paint The Kitchen Red 1. Moroccan stew If you have a lot of mouths to feed, this recipe from Paint The Kitchen Red is a lifesaver. Chickpeas serve as the protein in this meal, but the starring ingredient is really the butternut squash, which gets perfectly tender in the Instant Pot. Get ready to be poking around in your spice rack quite a bit, too; it’s what makes this dinner so flavor-packed. Photo: Hummusapien 2. Pad Thai stir fry Most pad Thai recipes will instruct you to cook the noodles in boiling water, chop up the veggies and stir fry
Scientists Discover A Cancer-Fighting Property In Cruciferous Veggies
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The gut-friendly ice cream drink that will float your boat all summer long
May 17, 2019 at 07:42AM by CWC https://content.jwplatform.com/players/vCLpBBnL-05dicDBi.js Who says you have to give up your childhood favorite foods when you get your driver’s license? With grown-up versions of mac-and-cheese, Doritos, and raw cookie dough, you can get your kids’ menu fix with an upgrade in nutritional value. And now, this dairy-free kombucha float recipe created by The Natural Nurturer blogger Taesha Butler will transport you back to the summer seaside vacation of your memories (water fights and airbrush tattoos not included). Butler gets inventive in the kitchen pretty regularly, but it took a trip to the bar to inspire this concoction. (Granted, it was a kombucha bar near her home in Southern California….) “My husband and I are regulars, and one of the employees told us he had a kombucha float in South America last summer. I was completely dazzled by the much-healthier twist on a traditional soda version,” remembers Butler. “So, I grabbed some coconut milk ice cream on the way home and tried it out. It was so easy and delicious.” The best part? The two-ingredient recipe actually boosts gut health. (Bye, bloating!) Butler encourages you to get creative and try different kombucha and vegan ice-cream flavors, finding a combo that hits your personal sweet spot. Her go-to is vanilla coconut nice cream (AKA vegan ice cream) with blueberry kombucha. “The creaminess combined with the sweet tang of the blueberries just tastes like summer to me,” she says. Want to try it for yourself? Watch the video above and keep reading for the kombucha float recipe. Photo: Taesha Butler Kombucha Nice-Cream Float