Beauty Tips

Tired of the Same Foods on GLP-1s? How to Keep Meals Interesting with Less Appetite

If your favorite foods suddenly feel less appealing since starting a GLP-1 medication, you’re not alone. Many people taking GLP-1s for weight loss notice changes in appetite, taste, and overall interest in food (1). Between medication side effects, decision fatigue, and feeling full faster, it’s common for meals to feel more like a task than…

How to Be Active in the Sun and Be Good to Your Skin

Spending time outdoors—whether it’s going for a run, hike, swim or simply enjoying an active day outside—often means sun protection gets overlooked. It’s easy to head out without sunscreen or forget to reapply once you’re already on the move. But why does protecting our skin from the sun so often become an afterthought, especially when…

The Ironmaxxing Trend Explained: How to Increase Your Iron Intake Safely

Your social feed may have introduced you to ironmaxxing, a viral food trend circulating across TikTok and fitness communities. The idea is straightforward: increase iron intake through food to support overall health. Iron is a mineral the body needs for growth and development. It helps produce hemoglobin, which carries oxygen through the blood, and myoglobin,…

Sheet Pan Greek Salmon With Chickpeas

This sheet pan greek salmon has everything — tender, flaky fish with a herby lemon crust, caramelized chickpeas and cauliflower, and a cool garlicky tzatziki that pulls it all together. Greek-inspired flavors, one pan, minimal cleanup. Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 40 minutes  Sheet Pan Greek Salmon With Chickpeas Ingredients Cooking spray 4…

Crunchy Almond Chicken Ramen Salad

Transforming inexpensive ramen into a healthy lunch is as easy as skipping the seasoning packet and adding crunchy vegetables, chicken and almonds. A tangy dressing—with a secret ingredient (ketchup!)— is so good, you may want to double the dressing recipe and keep some in the fridge for future. This salad delivers a satisfying mix of…

Open-Faced Steak Sandwich

The sizzling skirt steak harmonizes deliciously well with bell peppers and onions. Serve on a slice of warm, toasty Italian bread with melted cheddar and you have a simple but satisfying steak sandwich lunch. Active time: 20 minutes | Total time: 35 minutes Open-Faced Steak Sandwich Ingredients Cooking spray 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 lb…

Creamy Salmon Spread With Cauliflower Dippers

Whether you are looking for a packable lunch or a healthy dip to serve at a get-together, look no further. Canned salmon is rich in omega-3 fats — and, combined with Greek yogurt — delivers a delicious protein-packed dip or spread. Cauliflower has the crunch you crave, while adding a serving of vegetables. Active time:…

Top 5 Healthy Chinese Food Options For Takeout

No matter how consistent you try to be about your eating patterns, keeping up with healthy cooking and meal prep every day can be a challenge for anyone.  Sometimes you’re in a jam, sometimes on the go, maybe you forgot to get groceries. Or maybe it’s just one of those nights when you don’t feel…

Perimenopause Diet: Evidence-Based Nutrition for Hormonal Changes

Feeling off in your body and not sure what’s behind it? You’re not alone, especially in midlife. While lifestyle and genetics play a role, a major (and often overlooked) factor could be perimenopause. Perimenopause is the transition leading up to menopause, typically starting in your 40s and lasting around four years (1). During this time,…

Sheet Pan Kung Pao Cauliflower Steaks

A little spicy, a little sweet, this vegan sheet pan dish stars cauliflower steaks dressed up in a kung pao-like sauce. Cilantro and green onions add a fresh punch and peanuts add crunch and some protein. Serve with brown rice or over whole-wheat noodles. Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 40 minutes Sheet Pan…

Mixed Berry Overnight Oats

With 24 grams of protein, this simple overnight oats recipe is the perfect thing to start your morning out on the right foot. The banana provides creaminess, while the blackberries and raspberries add natural sweetness and texture. Active time: 5 minutes | Total time: 5 minutes + chill in the fridge overnight Mixed Berry Overnight…

Cacao Nib & Almond Green Smoothie Bowl

The smoothie bowl is an opportunity to make something pretty — and pretty healthy — for breakfast. By spreading your oat-based smoothie in a bowl and topping it with colorful bits of raspberries and almonds, it’s not only a meal but it’s also a work of art. Active time: 10 minutes | Total time: 10…

Tempeh Breakfast Burrito Bowls

Busy mornings just got a serious plant-based upgrade. These Tempeh Breakfast Burrito Bowls pack 20 grams of protein per serving — no eggs, no meat, no problem. Hearty tempeh crumbles and black beans team up with brown rice, zesty corn, creamy avocado, and fresh pico de gallo for a bowl that’s as satisfying as it…

Raspberry Smoothie Bowl With Pears and Pistachios

The smoothie bowl is a nutritious breakfast that eats like a dessert. Fuel your workout with this creamy, fruity and colorful concoction of pureed raspberries and yogurt with the crunch of pistachios. Active time: 10 Minutes | Total time: 10 minutes Raspberry Smoothie Bowl With Pears and Pistachios Recipe Ingredients 2 1/2 cups (613g) plain…

A Dietitian’s Top 10 Summer Salad Picks

Juicy peaches, ripe tomatoes, crisp zucchini, and leafy greens—summer is the ultimate season for fresh, flavorful produce.  This means it’s also the perfect time to experiment with vibrant, nutrient-packed salads! I eat a summer salad daily (yes, seriously) during the warmer months because they are fresh, satisfying, and endlessly customizable.  “Summer salads are the perfect…

Quick Black Bean Chili Over Lime Couscous

Vegetarian and looking for a high-protein meal? Look no further than this recipe, which gives you 20 grams of vegetarian protein per serving, plus tons of fiber to keep you full. Contrary to popular belief, chili doesn’t need to simmer for hours to deliver great flavor. This plant-based black bean chili takes a quick sauté…