Jambalaya is not a dish we typically think of as quick or particularly healthy. Still, it can be both without losing any of its Creole character, as demonstrated by this lightened-up recipe. It’s inspired by one created by Louisiana-born food writer Vallery Lomas and featured in “Easy Weeknight Dinners” curated by New York Times Cooking […]
Here’s some information to help you plan a healthy holiday season. The Calorie Control Council says we can easily consume 4,500 at a big-day meal. Yikes! But if you’re trying to measure the pleasure against your hard-won exercise gains, here’s a handy guide to learn how much yumminess you’ve earned — or how hard you’ll have to […]
Buff Santa is on his way, and he has a special point for you this year as you begin your holiday shopping: A thoughtful gift can send a powerful message of support about fitness to anyone you love, regardless of where they are on their journeys, newbies and veterans alike. Use this list to start […]
Cream of broccoli soup is a soothing way to boost your antioxidant intake. But most bowls come loaded with fat and calories as well. This slimmed-down version, lightly adapted from one on Erin Clarke’s wellplated.com website, skips the cream and goes easy on the butter and cheese without forgoing any rich taste. Adding cauliflower to the puree […]
As you might have heard, sitting too much is a health hazard. There’s even an actual medical condition tied to it that’s serious, despite its funny name: Dead Butt Syndrome. It doesn’t mean your butt is dead, of course. The technical term is “gluteal amnesia,” which means the muscles of your rear end have forgotten how to […]
Fritz Burkey thought he was going to the gym often enough. He seemed to be doing OK with his health and fitness despite the slow but steady weight gain over the years. Then his doctor told Fritz, 61, that he was pre-diabetic. And Fritz got serious about losing weight, gaining strength, and arming himself with […]
Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, is a five-day annual celebration in late October and early November, with festivities that include prayer, fairs, fireworks, gift-giving, and feasting. Whatever your heritage, it’s a great time to share a feast of Indian-inspired dishes with friends, whether prepared or picked up from a restaurant or market. And whatever […]
Who says we can’t have grownup fun enjoying Halloween treats? IN MODERATION, that is! Sure, you can enjoy a bit of candy now and then. Allow yourself a small piece or two, enjoy it slowly and mindfully, then have a glass of water and move on with your day. But better yet, there are adult […]
A record 11,978 athletes from around the world just wrapped up the Huntsman World Senior Games in Utah. The event has been held since 1987 for athletes 50 and over in everything from track and field to bowling, basketball to disc golf, and softball to triathlon. Those 12,000 people represent the growing enthusiasm behind “older” […]
Split red lentils differ from the larger green and brown ones in that they cook much faster, have a somewhat sweeter and nuttier taste, and, because they break down more easily, are often used as thickeners, particularly in Indian dals and curries. But like all lentils, they’re loaded with nutritional attributes: filling, gluten-free, and high […]
