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Nuts are one of our favorite healthy snacks, as they are both convenient and loaded withhealth benefits.Nuts are a great source of heart-healthy fat, plant protein, fiber and a host of essential vitamins and minerals we often miss out on in our daily diets. The only downside is that they can be pretty expensive.We typically reach for raw nuts, as we prefer to salt or flavor them ourselves (pre-salted or flavored nuts can loaded with sodium and sugar), but that makes them even more pricey....

In early March, spray disinfectant, multipurpose cleaners, hydrogen peroxide and rubbing alcohol sales all jumped more than 200 percent in year-over-year sales as Americans stocked up to stay home and attempt to stop the spread of the coronavirus, according toNielsen data. One look around supermarket shelves and it’s clear we’re showing no signs of stopping our Mr. Clean mission at home—just liketoilet paper,disinfectant wipes and cleaners have practically become a hotter commodity than the latest iPhone....

Photo: Courtesy of Brand Olive oil, both standard and extra virgin, shouldn’t be left in a clear container outside of your pantry, according to a study fromUC Davis. The UV rays from light can actually accelerate the deterioration of the oils quality and flavor. To make matters worse, a lot of the bulk or conventional oils are stored in these kinds of plastic jugs. If you’re guilty of leaving your olive oil out in a clear dispenser, exposed to the sun, we have a very simple solution for you:This $10 tinted bottle....

Close Americans have been drinking more orange juice than usual over the last few months, seeking out ways to potentially boost immunity amid the COVID-19 pandemic. But if you’re sipping down copious amounts of OJ from a bottle without checking the label, you might not be doing yourself any favors. The commercial bottles of orange juice you can find on supermarket shelves can be misleading—and not as healthy as you think....

Photo:Getty Images Getty Images I’ve always loved getting in bed after a long day, but I used to dreadtrying to fall asleep. In the past, I’ve found it difficult not to think about work deadlines, to-do lists and conversations I had three years ago that could have gone differently. I know this isn’t abnormal, as a2024 Gallup pollindicates that more than half of Americans report needing more sleep. It’s gotten easier for me tofall asleepin recent years thanks to many factors, namely a bigger mattress, better blackout shades and breathable sheets....

Photo:Courtesy of Brand. EatingWell design. Courtesy of Brand. EatingWell design. Update:On December 15, 2025, Joe Schwarcz, PhD, director of McGill University’s Office for Science and Society identified a mathematical error in the Chemosphere research paper this article cites. His findings indicate the risk of brominated flame retardants exposure is lower than previously reported. Despite the reduced risk, we still recommend using non-reactive and environmentally friendly kitchen utensils when possible. Flame retardants in kitchen utensils “can contaminate the food we eat and cook—increasing the risk of direct exposure,” saysNicole Sparks, MS, PhDfrom the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health at the University of California, Irivine....

Close Photo: Getty / Dontstop This low-on-the-list ingredient is used in small quantities but plays a big role in these products—extending their life and creating an eye-catching sheen. Besides the aforementioned candies, it’s also sometimes used to coat some fruits (like apples),coffee beans, pill tablets and gum. Another nickname for this ingredient is “beetle juice.” That’s because it’s made with bug secretions. The glaze is derived from stick lac, a resin harvested from the branches of trees after a small insect feeds on the tree sap then creates a hard, water-repellent cocoon to protect her almost-ready-to-hatch eggs....

ClosePhoto: Alex LohRecently,I was on a walkaround my neighborhood when I saw something that stopped me in my tracks. One of my neighbors had planted empty wine bottles in their garden to create a border alongside their plants. I thought it was unusual, but continued on my walk until I came across a second garden with the same aesthetic.It turns out that usingwine bottles as a garden borderis a popular way to recycle your empties....

Close Photo:Virojt Changyencham/Getty Images Virojt Changyencham/Getty Images Salt. It makes food taste good and is also used as a preservative. And while there’s nothing like a salty, crunchy chip and dip for your tailgate or the occasional fast food burger, most of us are getting too much salt in our diets on a regular basis. Because of this, the Food and Drug Administration is working to reduce the amount of salt in the American food supply....

During this pandemic, people have been worried about food and COVID-19. There is a lot of anxiety around going to the grocery store, getting takeout and feeding yourself and your family, while staying safe. The good news? There’s no evidence that anyone has contracted the new coronavirus through food. The risk is very low based on the information we have about COVID-19, but of course as the virus is new we’re still learning more....

Close Pictured recipe:Chicken Enchilada-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash Spaghetti squash, with its long strands of sweet yellow flesh, is the most versatile winter squash. It can mimic pasta, be spiced up and used as a side dish all on its own, or even stuffed, baked and served right in its shell. And yes, you can even roast and eat the seeds (more on that below). While its unwieldy size and tough exterior may intimidate some, we’re here to give you plenty of tips to make cooking with spaghetti squash a breeze....

Close Pictured Recipe:Beefless Vegan Tacos There are few foods as simple and totally craveable as tacos. They also make for a great kitchen-sink meal in a pinch. Here we break down a taco formula that will help you get a healthy meal on the table with whatever you have on hand. Healthy Taco Recipes How it works: Choose a flavor for your salsa and sauce/marinade, cook your protein, then assemble your tacos (or put out all the fixings and let everyone assemble their own)....

CloseThis formula will help you create a sheet-pan meal that serves four. (You can modify the amounts for a different number of servings, but be sure not to overcrowd the pan.) Mix and match the categories so you have a lean protein, nonstarchy vegetable, starchy vegetable or legume and a flavorful component. Chop veggies into uniform pieces, then combine all ingredients on a large rimmed baking sheet coated with cooking spray....