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Although they are called “potatoes,” sweet potatoes are not in the potato family at all but are a type of morning glory-a tropical vine whose tuberous roots can be white, yellow, orange, red, purple or brown.Sweet potatoes are one of the most nutrient-dense vegetables in the world. They can be fried, roasted, boiled, steamed, mashed, baked whole or in a gratin. The natural sweetness of sweet potatoes can be heightened with ingredients like molasses, maple syrup, honey, coconut milk and orange juice and zest-or with sweet spices, such as cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg....

Close Photo: Getty Images/Alex Tihonov Summertime can be kind to diabetes management. “You’re eating lighter, fruits and vegetables are fresher, and you’re naturally more active, so blood sugar tends to improve,” says Tiffany Soper, FNP, a certified diabetes educator in theDiabetes Self-Management Education and Support Programat Massachusetts General Hospital. But here’s the rub: the heat may affect people with diabetes more than those who don’t have it. Diabetes complications like nerve damage can impair sweat glands' ability to sweat and keep you cool; high blood sugar and certain medications can make dehydration more likely; and the heat may affect insulin needs....

Close Why Moving More Matters Exercise is often treated as a task to check off so that we can move on with our day-but the rest of our to-do lists usually involve a lot of sitting. It’s tough to fit in movement when sedentary behavior is intertwined with all aspects of everyday life, says Michael Lynch, M.S., RDN, CDE, the registered clinical exercise physiologist who created this plan. Make no mistake: setting aside 30 minutes each day for moderate exercise like walking or riding a bike is important....

Earlier this year, we offered a deep dive intohow poor gut health may increase risk for anxiety and depression. Admittedly, both of these mental health states are far more complex than a headline—or even a single study—can explain. With genetics, life circumstances and a variety of external factors at play, it’s certainly not as simple as saying, “Eat more yogurt and you’ll feel chipper every day!” Still, there are many scientists digging deeper into the gut-brain connection in an attempt to try to connect the dots—and potentially help those diagnosed with depression experience fewersymptoms....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleBrainHeartDigestive SystemImmune SystemWeightTips to Improve Gut Health In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Brain Heart Digestive System Immune System Weight Tips to Improve Gut Health Your gastrointestinal tract is host to around 100 trillion microorganisms. Yes, that’s trillion with a T. And these gut bugs—primarily bacteria but also viruses, fungi and other microbes—make up about half of the cells in your body.Wild, right?...

The unpredictability of 2020 has impacted many of our healthy habits. Fromstress eatingto working from home (AKA working from a not exactly ergonomic couch) to staying up too late bingeingThe CrownandEmily in Paris(that can’t be just us, right?!), it’s been a challenge to stay physically and mentally well—not to mention the actual virus that’sdrastically changed our daily lives. Before we go any further, it’s important to note that the study, which waspublished in the journalScientific Reports, was performed on mice....

Nearly one in every two American adults—about 47%—have been diagnosed withhigh blood pressure(or hypertension), theU.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirms. That statistic might make this malady seem so common that it’s no big deal, but that’s far from the truth. High blood pressure increases a person’s risk for heart disease, heart attack, stroke andcognitive decline. And, since high blood pressure often presents with no symptoms until a larger cardiac event occurs, it’s sometimes called a “silent killer”....

Photo:Eating Well/Amazon Eating Well/Amazon You’re probably juggling a lot right now. Between hosting holiday parties, making travel plans, coordinating school drop-offs and attending work meetings, it’s not easy to find time for yourself, nevertheless for your family and friends. And somehow, despite everything on your plate, you’re also expected to whip up a healthy, satisfying dinner every night. It’s a lot to balance, which is why EatingWell editors recommend getting aslow cooker....

Close Photo: Getty Images/Carol Yepes Few things are more satisfying than a clean and organized kitchen. Getting your kitchen in good order can be as simple as throwing away expired food and old spices, or can include more involved tasks like sorting and organizing your cabinets. We’re helping you simplify and streamline your next kitchen cleaning, whetheryou have 5 minutesor an hour. Use the Kitchen Spring-Cleaning Checklist and the Cleaning Game Plan ideas to plan your attack to freshen up the heart of your home....

Let’s cut to the chase: diet trumps exercise when it comes to weight loss. To put it another way, what you eat is more important than your workout routine. But if you aren’t moving at all, or your current workout isn’t working, jogging can help you lose weight and also has lots of other health benefits. Here, we break down how to get started, the benefits of jogging, common challenges and provide detailed plans that can be adapted for your fitness level....

Photo:Courtesy of Brand Courtesy of Brand These clever sponges from Skura Style dry fast and even let you know when it’s time for a replacement. Grab yours now for just$3 apiece. Skura Style Smart Kitchen Dish Sponges, 8-Pack Amazon $27 at Amazon According to Eva Mendes, cleaning experts recommend changing your sponge every one to two weeks—“but who keeps track of that?” That’s where the Skura Style sponges come in. They feature a geometric pattern that dulls as you use the sponges....

CloseYes, we know the iconic Norman Rockwell “Freedom From Want” painting, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and most American Thanksgiving tables would feel incomplete without a turkey. But if you’re keeping an eye on your budget, or even looking for supply of turkeys, you might face some hurdles this year.Pictured Recipe:Traditional Herbed Roasted TurkeyDue to inflation, a turkey shortage and increased demand on food production systems, a whole turkey might be tough to find this year....

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticlePick the Right PlantsSelect a Container with DrainageChoose the Sunniest SpotWater—But Not Too MuchHarvest a Little at a TimeTransplant When Ready In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Pick the Right Plants Select a Container with Drainage Choose the Sunniest Spot Water—But Not Too Much Harvest a Little at a Time Transplant When Ready Close Growing herbs indoors allows you to enjoy homegrown produce, whether you’re short on garden space or just want to add a dash of green to your interior....