Even if you’ve never considered scrambling up a batch of crumbled tofu for breakfast, the skyrocketing price of eggs may have you reconsidering. This easy recipe may earn this plant-based protein new respect. It’s based on one in blogger Gena Hamshaw’s new cookbook, “The Vegan Week: Meal Prep Recipes to Feed Your Future Self.” While […]
This creamy vegan soup is light, flavorful, yet deceptively filling. It’s adapted from one in “The Vegetarian Reset” by VasudhaViswanath, which provides plant-based solutions for vegetarians struggling to curb their carbs without meat. Here, the Indian-born author replaced most of the lentils in her favorite dal with cauliflower and boosted the protein with a handful […]
If you’re scrambling for a token of affection to share with your loved one that won’t knock them off with their healthy-eating regimen, consider blending up a batch of these no-bake, power-packed treats. The recipe, adapted from “A Return to Ireland: A Culinary Journey from America to Ireland” by Judith McLoughlin (Hatherleigh Press, $30), is […]
Regarding Valentine’s Day gifts, anyone can bring a box of chocolates and a bottle of red wine. Not that there’s anything wrong with either one! But… wouldn’t you be showing a more supportive love with a fitness-related gift to keep your sweetie encouraged? Here are a few ideas to get you thinking in the right […]
Spaghetti squash is so named because its flesh forms long, tender strands when shredded with a fork after cooking. Its mild taste pairs easily with myriad ingredients. Plus, it’s low in carbs, gluten-free, and high in vitamin A and other essential nutrients—no wonder this pale-yellow, oblong-shaped squash is having a moment with fitness fans. This […]
Millions of people don’t get enough sleep every night, despite knowing how important it is to their physical and mental health. And as we age, some people have extra trouble getting the right amount of rest (which varies from person to person, of course). But here’s one thing everyone should know: Exercise will help you […]
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are versatile, high-protein, low-fat, and convenient to use, but they can quickly turn dry and tasteless if overcooked. This recipe, slightly adapted from one in “The Walks of Life,” relies on a simple poaching method that ensures tender, juicy, aromatic results. Once cooled, the chicken is shredded and dressed in a […]
For the sixth year in a row, the Mediterranean diet has been ranked the best for health and well-being by U.S. News & World Report. Concerns about healthy aging came into play this time, the magazine said, including bone and joint health and increasing quality of life. The phrase “Mediterranean diet” has been around for […]
You might not realize it, but if you’re getting fit or staying fit after 50, you are riding the wave of one of the hottest trends in fitness around the world. TWO trends, actually, according to the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), which has released its 17th annual survey on the hot topics in the […]
You don’t need a culinary diploma to achieve beautifully seared, restaurant-quality sea scallops on your own stovetop. A good, heavy skillet (not nonstick), a watchful eye, and a few simple tricks are really all you need to pull off this impressive-seeming feat. And these days, the individually flash-frozen scallops available in your supermarket freezer case […]
