Day 7: Dairy-Free Banana Split Ice Cream
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Nothing is better than cooking with in-season produce, picked ripe and still warm from the summer sun. This light meal plan is inspired by garden-fresh ingredients, whether from your local farmers’ market or grown in your own backyard.
With a rich, tangy flavor, buttermilk is a staple in baked goods, marinades and even mashed potatoes. But most of us don't keep it on hand at all times – and you don't need to. Here are 5 ways to substitute buttermilk with items you probably already have on hand.
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Are anti-inflammatory foods and products really as effective as their advertising claims? Thanks to widespread inflammation-washing, many might be less helpful as they seem at first glance.
Ditching white sugar doesn't mean you can't enjoy a little sweetness in your coffee or baked goods. Here are 3 healthier substitutes for sugar, plus our top tips on how to use them.
Fatigue and joint pain stemming from autoimmune disease can make exercise feel daunting. Here’s why you should do it anyway, and how the right foods that can make it a little easier.
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Here’s the scoop on five keto-approved sweeteners, with pros, cons and how to use them.
If you only break out the fish sauce when you’re making Vietnamese or Thai food—or, if you sort of know what it is but don’t have any in your kitchen—go grab a bottle and get ready to start putting it in everything.
What you eat and how you live are pivotal to protecting DNA, and the right nutrients minimize injury and help the body repair damage.
Golden turmeric supplements pack a ton of potential into small capsules, colorful powders and gummies. But are they really as great for your health as all of the hype claims? Here’s your guide.
Food waste is a dire environmental problem. But a new movement to create upcycled foods – and an Upcycled Certified food label – just might be the solution we need to combat a big climate change contributor.
Are you indulging in some bad grilling habits? Correct these common mistakes, and you’ll master good grilling practices.
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Healthy grilling isn’t just about cooking good-for-you foods. Keep these tips in mind to reduce your risk for grilling dangers like carcinogens and bacteria.
Whether it’s due to an allergy, dietary preference or you’ve simply run out, here are 5 pantry staples you can use to replace cornstarch in a pinch.
If you’ve been indulging in unhealthy eating habits at night, you might be hindering your productivity during the next day. You are what you eat – and so is your productivity, new research suggests.
It’s been 17 years since we last saw a brood of giant cicadas, and now they’re bursting onto the scene – this time as the summer’s trendiest treat. Are you ready to give cicadas a try?
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Whether you're out of eggs or simply trying to avoid them, you can replace this versatile ingredient in your baking with our easy swaps.
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Learn how to put sustainable, eco-friendly habits into practice in just 14 days.
Is your skin irritated, broken out and dull? It might be time for a skin detox – and we've got the tips you need to restore your skin's health from the inside out.
Are you guilty of using utensils, tools and cookware when they’re past their prime? Learn why it’s time to toss these dangerous, damaged or otherwise unhelpful items.
Your two-week guide to building sustainable, eco-friendly habits and discovering simple ways to make a difference right at home.
Are you using the correct cooking oil when you whip up different dishes? Choosing and cooking with the right oil makes a different both in flavor and for your health.
The keto diet can result in impressive weight loss – but what if you’re not seeing the results you’d hoped for? These sneaky keto mistakes might be holding you back and keeping the scale steady.
Plenty of at-home treatments that enhance circulation, strengthen skin, and flush out toxins and excess fluids can get rid of cellulite on the cheap.
If mint and citrus and a warm spice like clove had a baby, that’s what shiso tastes like. Here's why you shiso in your life and how to use it.
Our dietitian-curated menu uses nutrients like vitamin C and probiotics, which help prevent painful urinary tract infections.
Focus on these foods and actions to help prevent and manage a urinary tract infection (UTI).
If you’re worried about your weight or risk for metabolic syndrome, it may be time to tighten up your eating schedule. In combination with medication, limiting how many hours you eat each day may pay off for your health.
A plant-based meat substitute that has a smoky, umami flavor with zero chemicals and weird additives? We did it, you’re going to love it and here’s how to make it.
Mushrooms in your morning coffee? It might sound kind of odd, but mushroom coffee is a growing trend – and it’s one that just might be fantastic for inflammation, your immune system and overall health.
Homemade pickles are a fun, easy DIY project that helps elevate any meal or snack.
"Two years ago, if we wanted clean wine, we had to pre-order or drive across town to a specialty shop. This is why Avaline was born."
Frozen foods are convenient – and sometimes better for you. Find out which frozen staples you should stock your freezer with.
Prickly, spine-covered cactus might seem intimidating at first glance. But cactus is a surprisingly eco-friendly food – and it’s delicious too.
If you’re using food to cope, join the club. Everybody engages in emotional eating. The trick is not letting it get the best of you.
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Yes, most people can eat bread and still be healthy, but not all loaves are created equal. Here’s why there is power in sour.
Put our recommendations into action with our dietitian-designed plan to combat stress and anxiety.
Focus on these foods and actions to reduce anxiety and help achieve calm.
Did you know that oysters may be one of the most sustainable seafood – or foods in general – on the planet? Read on to find out why you should give a shuck about these eco heroes.
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Collagen usually makes headlines for its skin-saving benefits. But did you know that it's also an essential nutrient for joint health? (Especially if you sit at a desk all day.)
Our dietitians reveal which athletic performance enhancers (all natural, of course) are backed by science.
Bread crumbs are the ultimate kitchen workhorse for use as a binder, breading or to add texture to dishes. But what happens when you run out? We've got 6 ways to replace bread crumbs with items you likely already have in your pantry.
Protect your DNA from the toxins and elements of daily life for better disease prevention, longevity and aging well. Here’s how.
After discovering the many perks of eating of beans, you're going to want to make them the star of your meals.
Almond milk, coconut milk, oat milk – now, you can add lab milk to the list of non-dairy options. You read that right: Milk made in a lab is coming to a cereal near you.
Tamarind might not sound familiar, but it’s a food you’ve likely tasted before. This fruity ingredient can be found in an array of cuisines around the world, and it's a great pantry staple.
If you’re throwing away items in your fridge and pantry based on expiration date labels, you’re wasting a lot of perfectly edible food. These labels are commonly misunderstood, and we’re explaining how to interpret them correctly.
Prebiotics may improve your gut health and just may support your mental health too. Studies have found these supplements reduced anxiety in some individuals while they got to work in the microbiome.
Scientists have been searching for both the causes and potential cures for Alzheimer’s for decades. Now, a new study suggests that the cause of this disease may be rooted in your immune system.
Prized for building strength, feared for inciting lust and recognized everywhere for their unmistakable scent, people have loved to hate onions over the centuries. These historic onion facts make perfect conversation starters for your next dinner party.
If you only use one mushroom in your diet, make sure it’s Inonotus obliquus. This nutrient-dense fungi helps fight free radicals. Learn more about the traditional use and science behind Chaga, plus get a delicious summer salad recipe that packs in its antioxidant benefits.*
Making a dish that uses wine and you’re fresh out? Or prefer to skip the alcohol? We’ve got you covered with three ways to replace wine using ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.
Ready, set, blend! Shake up your usual smoothie routine and drink yourself healthy.
Put our recommendations into action with this three-day, anti-inflammatory meal plan to help relieve joint pain.
Diet and lifestyle can have a big impact on joint pain and arthritis. Focus on these foods and actions to help relieve your pain and prevent flare ups in the future.
Bring the flavors of the Middle East to your barbecue with these easy recipes including gorgeous mezze, fragrant meat skewers and standout homemade sauces.
Medicinal mushrooms aren't your average mushrooms. Featuring unique natural compounds, these mushrooms can benefit your health in a number of ways like lowering blood sugar, fighting inflammation and strengthening the immune system.
This appetizer uses Middle Eastern ingredients such as labneh, a strained yogurt, and sumac, a tart spice made from the sumac flower. Avoid peaches that are overly soft so they don't fall apart on the grill.
Trying to eat more plant-based meals and foods like everyone else? Don’t forget to shop for these leafy green giants.
Are you ruining your cheese? If you aren’t storing it the right way, you’re likely causing the cheese in your fridge to go bad sooner than it should. Here’s how to store cheese correctly, so it lasts.
We pair these skewers with a simple yogurt salad that is common in the Levantine region and is especially cooling on hot summer days.
These poppers use mini bell peppers, but you can swap for jalapeños if you prefer more heat.
This version is a traditional baba ghanoush with a twist: We added a roasted bell pepper for a gorgeous smoky flavor. When in season, add fresh pomegranate arils as a garnish.
This salad is inspired by a Levantine dip called muhammara, which is made a vibrant color by roasting red peppers.
Shish tawook is one of the most popular skewers at barbecue gatherings in the Levant.
If your joints are sore, achy or painful, consider adding green tea to your diet. A mug of this warm, antioxidant-rich beverage may work to combat what’s causing your joint pain.
Coffee may be best-known for perking you up, but it can also be a weight loss ally. A cup of coffee can rev your metabolism, alter your hunger hormones and change your calorie intake.
The Mediterranean diet is one of the healthiest ways of eating – and with its focus on seafood and veggies, it’s also proving to be especially important for your brain health both now and into the future.
Eating for nonalcoholic fatty liver disease can feel daunting. Make it easier with the following liver-friendly meal plans and recipes.
You’re familiar with using fermented foods to increase beneficial bacteria in your gut – but have you tried putting them to work outdoors? Adding fermented food scraps to your compost can help plants grow healthier and faster.