Your Weight Could Impact How Well Your Body Absorbs Vitamin D, According to New Research

It’s no secret thatvitamin D is a critical nutrientfor supporting good health. It’s involved in everything from building strong bones and teeth to fighting infections andreducing inflammation. While you can get some of the vitamin D you need from sunlight and certain foods, it’s common to takevitamin D supplementsto help ensure adequate intake. However, a new study published January 17, 2023, inNutrition,Obesity,andExerciseof the JAMA Network indicates that your body weight may impact the efficacy of vitamin D supplements....

January 18, 2025 · 3 min · 631 words · Linda Hopkins

Yukon Gold & Sweet Potato Mash

Close Cook Time:15 minsAdditional Time:25 minsTotal Time:40 minsServings:6Yield:6 servings, about 2/3 cup eachJump to Nutrition Facts Cook Time:15 minsAdditional Time:25 minsTotal Time:40 minsServings:6Yield:6 servings, about 2/3 cup each Cook Time:15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Additional Time:25 mins Additional Time: 25 mins Total Time:40 mins Total Time: 40 mins Servings:6 Servings: 6 Yield:6 servings, about 2/3 cup each Yield: 6 servings, about 2/3 cup each Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipeWith ourYukon Gold & Sweet Potato Mash, you get the best of both potato worlds swirled together in one....

January 18, 2025 · 14 min · 2852 words · Eric Levine

Yummy Dinners to Prep in 25 Minutes or Less for Better Blood Sugar (Weekly Plan & Shopping List!)

In This ArticleView AllIn This ArticleYour Meal PlanSomething SweetWhat’s Inspiring Me This Week In This ArticleView All View All In This Article Your Meal Plan Something Sweet What’s Inspiring Me This Week Close Our column, ThePrep, has everything you’ll need to make meal planning and meal prep as easy as can be. Sign uphereto get a meal plan delivered to your inbox every Saturday! While it’s normal for our blood sugar to rise after we eat, if it rises too high it’ll eventually crash, leaving you feeling tired and irritable—which is not exactly ideal after an already tiring day....

January 18, 2025 · 3 min · 542 words · Helen Martin

Yumna Jawad

Title:Recipe DeveloperEducation:University of MichiganLocation:Grand Rapids, MichiganExpertise:Trending recipes, Mediterranean-inspired cooking, simple recipesYumna Jawad is an entrepreneur,social media influencer, and recipe developer. She is the founder of the popularFeel Good Foodiebrand with over 8.5 million followers on her social media platforms where she shares healthy recipes with feel-good ingredients. She’s also the founder of the packaged overnight oats brand Oath. She is launching her debut cookbook on May 7, 2024! A graduate from the University of Michigan Business School with 10 years of experience working in Marketing prior to starting Feel Good Foodie, she now lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with her husband and two kids – Carine & Adam....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 363 words · Jennifer Gonzalez

Yumna Jawad Just Made a One-Pot Tomato Soup-Grilled Cheese Combo—Here's How to Recreate It at Home

CloseSome foods just belong together, like salt and pepper or cookies and milk. And if you’re looking for a deliciously simple dinner option, the appeal of grilled cheese and tomato soup just can’t be denied.This Protein-Packed Berry Crumble Tastes Like Dessert for BreakfastWe’re always down to dish up tomato soup and a grilled cheese just about any way we can make it, from thisTomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutonsto ourVeggie Grilled Cheese with Tomato Soup....

January 18, 2025 · 11 min · 2249 words · Kelly Bennett

Yuzu Kosho Vinaigrette

Close Photo: Jillian Atkinson Active Time:5 minsTotal Time:5 minsServings:6Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:5 minsTotal Time:5 minsServings:6 Active Time:5 mins Active Time: 5 mins Total Time:5 mins Total Time: Servings:6 Servings: 6 Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients6tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil4tablespoonsyuzu juice4teaspoonsyuzu kosho2teaspoonshoney Cook Mode(Keep screen awake) Ingredients 6tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil 4tablespoonsyuzu juice 4teaspoonsyuzu kosho 2teaspoonshoney DirectionsCombine oil, yuzu juice, yuzu kosho and honey in a small bowl or a jar with a tight-fitting lid....

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 358 words · Brandon Morse

Za'atar-Roasted Chicken Tenders & Vegetables with Couscous

Close Cook Time:15 minsAdditional Time:15 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:4Yield:4 servingsJump to Nutrition Facts Cook Time:15 minsAdditional Time:15 minsTotal Time:30 minsServings:4Yield:4 servings Cook Time:15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Additional Time:15 mins Additional Time: Total Time:30 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings:4 Servings: 4 Yield:4 servings Yield: 4 servings Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1medium navel orange1poundtrimmed green beans1medium red onion, halved and sliced½cupKalamata or Castelvetrano olives2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil2tablespoonsdry white wine¼teaspoonsalt½teaspoonground pepper, divided1poundchicken tenders1tablespoonza’atar (see Tip)1cuplow-sodium chicken broth⅔cupwhole-wheat couscous...

January 18, 2025 · 7 min · 1366 words · Brett Holt

Za'atar-Spiced Chickpea Dip

Close Photo: Greg Dupree Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:12Jump to Nutrition Facts Active Time:20 minsTotal Time:20 minsServings:12 Active Time:20 mins Active Time: 20 mins Total Time:20 mins Total Time: Servings:12 Servings: 12 Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1(15 ounce) canno-salt-added chickpeas2tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil, divided1tablespoonsalt-free za’atar plus 1/2 teaspoon, divided¼teaspoongarlic powder¼teaspoonground pepper plus 1/8 teaspoon, divided¼teaspoonsalt, divided½cupreduced-fat cream cheese, softened¼cuplabneh1teaspoonlemon juice¾cupchopped fresh spinach¼cupchopped red onion¼cupcrumbled feta cheese3tablespoonssliced pitted Kalamata olives1tablespoonsliced fresh mint...

January 18, 2025 · 4 min · 661 words · Taylor Martinez

Zesty Avocado Black Bean Dip

Close Prep Time:10 minsTotal Time:10 minsServings:12Yield:3 cupsJump to Nutrition Facts Prep Time:10 minsTotal Time:10 minsServings:12Yield:3 cups Prep Time:10 mins Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time:10 mins Total Time: Servings:12 Servings: 12 Yield:3 cups Yield: 3 cups Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients4mediumripe avocados, divided1-2 tablespoons lime juice, divided¾teaspoonsalt½teaspoonground cumin¼teaspoonground pepper¾cupno-salt-added canned black beans, rinsed¾cupfrozen whole kernel fire-roasted corn, thawed1smalljalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped2tablespoonschopped fresh cilantro Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)...

January 18, 2025 · 3 min · 427 words · Shane Jones

Zesty Sloppy Joes

Close Prep Time:20 minsAdditional Time:3 hrsTotal Time:3 hrs 20 minsServings:8Yield:8 servingsJump to Nutrition Facts Prep Time:20 minsAdditional Time:3 hrsTotal Time:3 hrs 20 minsServings:8Yield:8 servings Prep Time:20 mins Prep Time: 20 mins Additional Time:3 hrs Additional Time: 3 hrs Total Time:3 hrs 20 mins Total Time: 3 hrs 20 mins Servings:8 Servings: 8 Yield:8 servings Yield: 8 servings Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1 ½poundslean ground beef (see Tip)1cuponion, chopped1clovegarlic, minced1(6 ounce) canvegetable juice½cupketchup½cupwater2tablespoonsheat-stable sugar substitute2tablespoonscanned jalapeño peppers, chopped (Optional)1tablespoonmustard2teaspoonschili powder1teaspoonWorcestershire sauce8whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted1sliceShredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese1largeSweet pepper strips...

January 18, 2025 · 4 min · 755 words · Sierra Brown

Zesty Wheat Berry-Black Bean Chili

Close Cook Time:25 minsAdditional Time:35 minsTotal Time:1 hrServings:6Yield:6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups eachJump to Nutrition Facts Cook Time:25 minsAdditional Time:35 minsTotal Time:1 hrServings:6Yield:6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each Cook Time:25 mins Cook Time: 25 mins Additional Time:35 mins Additional Time: 35 mins Total Time:1 hr Total Time: 1 hr Servings:6 Servings: 6 Yield:6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each Yield: 6 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each Jump to Nutrition Facts...

January 18, 2025 · 4 min · 645 words · Justin West

Zha Jiang Noodles

Close Prep Time:40 minsTotal Time:40 minsServings:8Yield:8 cupsJump to Nutrition Facts Prep Time:40 minsTotal Time:40 minsServings:8Yield:8 cups Prep Time:40 mins Prep Time: 40 mins Total Time:40 mins Total Time: Servings:8 Servings: 8 Yield:8 cups Yield: 8 cups Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients2tablespoonscanola oil8ouncesground pork1mediumonion, diced1 ½tablespoonsminced fresh garlic2 tablespoons black bean paste (see Tip)¼cupShaoxing rice wine (see Tip)2tablespoonsreduced-sodium soy sauce1 ½tablespoonsdark soy sauce (see Tip)1teaspoonground white pepper6ouncesfive-spice pressed tofu (see Tip), diced2 ¼cupswater, divided3tablespoonscornstarch28ouncesfresh Shanghai-style or fresh Japanese udon noodles (see Tip)2cupsjulienned mini cucumbers½cupsliced scallions...

January 18, 2025 · 6 min · 1210 words · Juan Carpenter

Zhoug Sauce

Close Prep Time:10 minsTotal Time:10 minsServings:8Yield:16 tablespoonsJump to Nutrition Facts Prep Time:10 minsTotal Time:10 minsServings:8Yield:16 tablespoons Prep Time:10 mins Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time:10 mins Total Time: Servings:8 Servings: 8 Yield:16 tablespoons Yield: 16 tablespoons Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1cuppacked fresh cilantro leaves1cuppacked fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves¼cuplemon juice2largejalapeños, chopped2clovesgarlic, chopped1teaspoonground coriander1teaspoonground cumin½teaspoonsalt¼cupextra-virgin olive oil Cook Mode(Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1cuppacked fresh cilantro leaves 1cuppacked fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves...

January 18, 2025 · 2 min · 398 words · Rebecca Robbins