May 27, 2019 at 03:00PM by CWC Collagen just may be the worst kept health secret in the wellness world. Everyone, it seems (vegans aside) raves about its beauty– and digestion-boosting powers—yet despite its occurring naturally in foods like fish, meat, and eggs, the ingredient has remained relatively inaccessible to the masses. Case in point: Dirty Lemon—a brand that was among the first to hop on board the collagen train—made it a point to not be available in stores. There are supplements, but they come at a pricey cost, as if they’re magic beans grown from water flowing from an exclusive fountain of youth. But all that inner-circle collagen whispering has taken the protein to a more mainstream level, and thankfully, it’s easier to find than ever before. One of the biggest trends Well+Good’s editors saw at ExpoWest 2019—aka the world’s biggest natural products convention—was collagen being worked into foods and drinks people love consuming anyway. Oatmeal, protein bars, even water are all getting the collagen glow-up—and will soon be available at mainstream supermarkets for non-cringeworthy prices. It’s about time! Drinkable collagen 2.0 There are a ton of collagen powder blends and products out there, where you just blend a scoop into your favorite smoothie to get a hit. Now you can buy collagen-infused water, the latest launch from Vital Proteins. “I wanted to take the Vital Proteins brand into the beverage space in an effort to help make collagen even more approachable,” says Vital Proteins founder and CEO Kurt
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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
Girl Scout cookie season is officially yearlong with this healthy recipe for copycat Samoas
May 15, 2019 at 10:39AM by CWC Some people are all about autumn’s stunning foliage. Others love the fresh new blooms of spring. But there’s really no competition. The best season of all is Girl Scout cookie season. Whether your fond memories are of selling cookies yourself to earn that badge or of the box you ordered earlier this year and polished off the day it arrived, we’ve got a recipe that keeps the spirit of the Girl Scout’s close at hand. A copycat version that mimics the original is nothing short of a blessing. And, girl, you’ve been blessed with this Paleo, vegan, and gluten-free Samoas cookie recipe. Chocolate company Eating Evolved‘s Samoas cookie recipe is as close as it gets in taste and texture of the boxed version. It’s crisp, coated in caramel, sprinkled in coconut, and loaded with dark chocolate. But unlike the sugar-laden cookies hawked by the Girl Scouts, this one doesn’t contain palm oil, corn syrup, milk, wheat, or preservatives. Here’s exactly how to make the copycat Samoas cookie recipe for yourself while you wait to indulge in the real thing. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Evolved Chocolate (@eatingevolved) on May 14, 2019 at 2:01pm PDT //www.instagram.com/embed.js Copycat Samoas Girl Scout cookie recipe Ingredients Cookie ingredients ¼ cup almond flour 2 Tbsp coconut flour 1 Tbsp arrowroot flour ⅛ tsp baking soda 3 Tbsp non-dairy milk 1 Tbsp coconut oil, melted 1 Tbsp maple syrup Caramel topping ingredients 5
7 Whole30-approved meals you can make in your Instant Pot right now
May 11, 2019 at 08:00AM by CWC The payoffs for the Whole30 may be great—better digestion! knowing exactly what your body can and can’t tolerate!—but man it comes at a price. Cutting out refined sugar, processed foods, grains, legumes, and dairy is tough. Even though there’s still plenty left to eat (primarily vegetables and fruits, and organic meat, eggs, fish, and nuts), if you aren’t used to the eating plan, it’s easy to fall into the trap of rotating through the same two or three meals. (Egg burnout, anyone?) What if someone gifted you a list of recipe ideas you hadn’t thought of, and they were all meals you could make in your Instant Pot? Consider this a gift from the healthy food gods. Rounded up here are seven meals—all Whole30-approved—that will hit the spot every time. Keep reading for the best Whole30 Instant Pot recipes that will massively free up your weeknights. Photo: I Heart Umami 1. Butter chicken Sticking to the Whole30 food list absolutely does not mean giving up meals full of flavor. This recipe calls for turmeric, coriander, smoked paprika, and masala powder. The ghee-ed up chicken will soak up the spices in the Instant Pot, ensuring every bite is delicious. Photo: 40 Aprons 2. Chicken tortilla-less soup Another way to upgrade your chicken using your Instant Pot is with a Mexican-inspired soup. (This recipe has a couple versions for other eating plans, so just be sure to nix the coconut cream to stay compliant.) Like
Here’s how to eat healthy at Taco Bell, according to nutritionists
May 10, 2019 at 03:00AM by CWC Let’s be real: Even if you’re a person who eats green smoothies for breakfast and keeps a spare yoga mat in their trunk, you’re still probably going to be at a Taco Bell at some point in your life. Sometimes it’s because a Quesarito craving strikes out of nowhere. Other times, you may be looking for something a bit more health-friendly. And that’s when ordering fast food gets tricky. The key, of course, is being prepared. Knowing the healthy (or at least healthy-ish) options available before you go means less anxiety at the drive-through window. Here, two registered dietitians—Jessica Cording, RD, and Carissa Galloway, RD, give their advice on what to order if you’re vegan or vegetarian, keto, or Paleo. Keep reading for their top healthy options at Taco Bell. Vegan or vegetarian Menu picks: Vegetarian Crunchwrap Surpreme; Veggie Power Bowl What the RDs say: Both experts preferred the Veggie Power Bowl because it’s customizable. (This especially matters if you’re vegan, because popular add-ins such as sour cream and avocado ranch sauce have dairy and will need to be left off.) “I’m a huge fan of anything customizable because it puts you in control,” Galloway says. Her recs for building your bowl: take the fiber- and protein- rich black beans, add as much lettuce and pico de gallo as you can, and one sauce. “The sauces are high in sodium, so it’s best to pick one, preferably the guac,” she says. There may
These are the very best meal kits to match your specific eating habits
May 09, 2019 at 06:41AM by CWC How do you answer the eternal question: Whats for dinner? We’re all in search of the best way to simplify our nightly routines. But if you didn’t spend your Sunday prepping meals for the week, filling Tupperware after Tupperware with protein, veggies, and grains, good luck rummaging through your fridge for something to throw together. If you seek rave reviews from everyone around the table (and consistent satisfaction at dinnertime), it’s worth exploring the wide variety of meal kits meant to save time while adding flavor to your life. These days, signing up for meal kits means you’re freed from the decision making that surrounds mealtime, and you don’t even need to go to the grocery store to get the ingredients. In the U.S., meal kit delivery services has exploded to a $10 billion industry. But the rapid growth has created a new problem. There are so many to choose from that it’s hard to make a choice. Reviewing all the different meal kits out there, it’s clear that there isn’t a singular perfect option; the “best” meal kit is the one that works best for you and your family. Is saving money on groceries the goal? Do you live in a household with one or more dietary restrictions? Or picky eaters? Is the issue a lack of time? Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a meal kit delivery service that’s right for you. Here’s how to choose the best meal kits based on
This mood-boosting snack delivers happiness in every single bite
May 01, 2019 at 04:00PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4TMLQPq9oTU] Snacking should make you feel good. (Take that, sugar crash!) But what if I told you that you could make your 3 p.m. snack break even better with a treat that can literally improve your mood in just one bite? Intrigued, right? In the latest episode of Plant Based, herbalist, health coach, and Supernatural founder Rachelle Robinett shares her recipe for “Dopamine Bliss Balls,” (a.k.a. souped up energy balls) which she says are the perfect pick-me-up for any time you’re feeling a bit sluggish. The main ingredient in these bliss balls is mucuna pruriens, a.k.a. the “dopamine bean,” which is a legume native to tropical Asia and Africa. They’re dark brown and covered with stiff hairs that contain serotonin, a neurotransmitter that promotes calmness and satisfaction, Robinett explains. The plant is a staple in Ayurvedic medicine, and has been touted as a possible way to help manage depression. Once dried and ground, the bean produces a powder that contains L-dopa, a direct precursor to dopamine. This helps our bodies naturally produce dopamine, a feel-good neurotransmitter that the brain releases when you’re happy. “It can raise your mood a little bit, it can give us a little bit of energy,” Robinett says of mucuna pruriens benefits. “But it feels quite different than caffeine—it’s not quite as high and, for some people, mucuna pruriens can actually help with sleep.” Translation: It can be as good for a bedtime snack as it is in
Skip the cleanup with 5 healthy one-pan dinner ideas under $20
April 25, 2019 at 09:57AM by CWC Some evenings, pouring a glass of wine and getting creative in the kitchen is the perfect way to relax. But when you get home late from work, or your attention is torn between helping with homework and getting laundry done, a one-pan dinner recipe can help get something on the table—and fast. No one is going to complain about an easy dinner that doesn’t leave the sink full of dishes. Each of these dinner recipes requires only a single pan (seriously, that’s it!) and the cost per serving is way cheaper than takeout. 5 healthy one-pan dinner ideas under $20 Photo: Holley Grainger 1. Pan-roasted chicken and vegetables Average price for ingredients: $20 Average price per serving: $4 Chicken and vegetables are the classic one-pan dinner. Everything can be thrown on there and roasted together. The best part of this meal is that you can use up anything in your crisper you want to get rid of. (It’s okay to deviate from the recipe!) If you have leftovers, just spritz some lemon on top the next night to make the dish seem just as fresh as it was the night you made it. Photo: Our Happy Mess 2. Fish and brown butter sauce Average price for ingredients: $17 (excluding pantry items) Average price per serving: $9 Excluding a handful of pantry items in the ingredients list, all you need to make this one-pan dinner is fish, green beans, and potatoes. It doesn’t get
8 health benefits of edamame that prove it’s more than just a pre-sushi app
April 23, 2019 at 02:00PM by CWC Despite being one of the most popular crops in the world, there’s a lot of mystery around edamame—immature soybeans cooked and served inside their pods. Is it an awesome plant-based protein source? Or will it completely mess with your hormones? Can you cook with it, or do you just eat it the way they serve it in those little bowls at sushi restaurants? Consider this your edamame primer because all your burning questions are about to be answered. “Edamame is an excellent source of many nutrients and antioxidants and is a great food to include in your diet,” says registered dietitian Mascha Davis, RD. Here’s why you should consider it the next time you’re looking for a plant-based protein to mix things up. What are the most important edamame benefits for your bod? 1. It’s a good source of protein. One cup of edamame has a whopping 14 grams of protein, making it an excellent energy source—especially for vegans. “It’s higher in protein than chickpeas, lentils, or black beans,” Davis says. 2. It has all the essential amino acids. Leucine, lysine, threonine, tryptophan…gang’s all here! “Edamame has all nine essential amino acids,” Davis says. This makes it a complete protein source, versus sources like grains, nuts, and seeds. 3. Edamame is a good source of fiber. This is another reason why Davis is into edamame. One cup has six grams of fiber, which is a fourth of your recommended daily intake. 4. It supports healthy weight