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Photo: BrüMateWhile many people are meeting up with friends and family for socially distanced, outdoor gatherings, it can be tricky figuring out how to share without getting too close to one another. That’s why it’s great to bring your own food and drinks when you’re gathering with a group. To make it easier to transport your go-to spirits, we’ve found the perfect container:BrüMate’s Tie-Dye Swirl Liquor Canteen.This fun, tie-dye canteen can hold up to 8 ounces of your favorite liquor, or enough for five strong cocktails (buy it: BrüMate, $25)....

There are a slew of additional health considerations that come up with age. One of the more notable ones is cognitive decline. While we all forget things once in a while, cognitive decline includes more than just temporary memory lapses.Sneaky symptoms of cognitive declinecan include consistent worry, lack of ability to find words and feeling indifferent about things you used to enjoy.Cognitive decline is more common than you might expect, affectingone in nine adultsin the U....

We’re all worried about our heart health these days-and rightfully so. Heart disease is the leading killer of Americans, with other heart-related conditions not far behind. There are a whole lot of"heart healthy"and"anti-inflammatory"diets out there, but a new study from Wake Forest University found the DASH Diet in particular to be extremely effective in preventing heart conditions for those under 75-even more so than medication. But before we begin, what is the DASH Diet, anyways?...

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleWhy Toasting?Toasting TipsOatmeal Flavor Ideas In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Why Toasting? Toasting Tips Oatmeal Flavor Ideas For most of the year, I’m asavory breakfastgal. I like a couple of eggs in the morning, maybe with a little black pepper and cheese. But every year, when the mornings start to get really frigid, I crave a bowl of oatmeal—really, really good oatmeal....

Welcome toThrifty. A weekly column where assistant nutrition editor and registered dietitian, Jessica Ball, keeps it real on how to grocery shop on a budget, make healthy meals for one or two, and make earth-friendly choices without overhauling your entire life. By mid-February, we can all agree that spring is getting closer (even if it doesn’t feel like it in Vermont). After the doldrums of December and January where I only want to eat warm foods in a bowl, I start to crave foods that are fresh and light....

Welcome toThrifty. A weekly column where assistant nutrition editor and registered dietitian, Jessica Ball, keeps it real on how to grocery shop on a budget, make healthy meals for one or two, and make earth-friendly choices without overhauling your entire life. Especially during warmer months, I love a good smoothie. They are so refreshing and are a great way to add fruits andvegetablesinto your day. Whether it’s a green smoothie or a smoothie packed with tropical fruits, smoothies always deliver lots of nutrients but they aren’t always the most filling....

Close Photo:Getty Images Getty Images On mornings when I’m short on time, I reach for my go-to kitchen gadget—a blender, perfect for preparing a quick and easy smoothie. With just a press of a button, I have a convenient and delicious fruit- and veggie-filled beverage ready in seconds. As I savor the smooth and creamy consistency, each refreshing sip of mymorning smoothiebrings me closer to meeting my daily needs for vital nutrients like vitamins, minerals and fiber....

Welcome toThrifty. A weekly column where assistant nutrition editor and registered dietitian, Jessica Ball, keeps it real on how to grocery shop on a budget, make healthy meals for one or two, and make earth-friendly choices without overhauling your entire life.I used to be a morning person. In college, my most productive hours were in the morning before my roommates woke up. But, full disclosure, I fell away from it in in the past year....

Welcome toThrifty. A weekly column where nutrition editor and registered dietitian Jessica Ball keeps it real on how to grocery shop on a budget, make healthy meals for one or two, and make Earth-friendly choices without overhauling your entire life. I’ve learned fromcooking more at homethat foods like herbs and spices can seriously up the flavor (and even thenutrition) of your meals without added salt, sugar or fat. However, herbs, in particular, can have a pretty short shelf life in the fridge—and they come in large bunches making them harder to get through....

Close This is Obsessed: my weekly column devoted to sharing all the things I’m loving right now—from unique food and gift ideas to travel destinations and beauty products—plus some tips and tricks for living your best life. I love to cook, but I don’t actually make a lot of cocktails at home. If I’m going to enjoy a drink, I’ll pour myself a glass of wine or head out to a bar and let someone do the shaking for me....

Close Photo:Lakshmi: RB/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images/Getty. Recipe: Photography: Penny De Los Santos, Prop styling: Paige Hicks, Food Styling: Nora Singley. Lakshmi: RB/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images/Getty. Recipe: Photography: Penny De Los Santos, Prop styling: Paige Hicks, Food Styling: Nora Singley. In a recentInstagram reel, Lakshmi says she was left with a distinct “taste memory” after trying Sholeh Zard, a Persian rice pudding she ate at theTehran Marketduring the Iranian episode ofseason one’sTaste the Nation. She mentions that the main flavors in this pudding—saffron, rose petal and cardamom—bring her back to her childhood, and we can’t wait to try it ourselves....

Close Photo: Getty Images Green goddess dressingis the definition of summer. The light and tangy flavor and gorgeous green color make it stand out alongside others, so it’s a dressing that’s worth making at home. Whether you’readding it to a salador using it as a dip, there are so many ways you can enjoy its brightness. Yumna Jawad (@feelgoodfoodie) posted a new, genius way to get your green goddess fix this summer:green goddess pasta salad....

Whether you are trying to avoid frequent trips to the grocery store, or you want to whip something up that is quick and healthy,canned vegetablescan be a super versatile pantry staple. However, sometimes their texture can make them less appealing than their fresh counterparts—but it doesn’t have to.Fresh vs. Canned vs. Frozen: Which Is Better?Tik Tok sensation Tabitha Brown is known for making delicious vegan meals just as craveable as meat (all while narrating with her incredibly relaxing voice)....