Summer entertaining should be easy—and so should stocking the bar for all your guests’ preferences. This punch recipe from Elva Ramirez, journalist and author of “Zero Proof: 90 Nonalcoholic Recipes for Mindful Drinking,” works double-duty as a base for both a refreshing wine spritzer and a delightful mocktail.
Essential oils aren’t new, but they’ve definitely gained some steam in recent years. Plants are throwing these substances at us (I’m not exaggerating—pay attention the next time you walk past a lavender shrub!) and then chemists are able to isolate them, analyze their molecular structure, and determine the potential benefits of each substance. Using this ...
When Kenneth Henson first developed ranch dressing in 1949, the recipe was pretty simple. The combination of buttermilk, garlic, onion, and fresh herbs tasted so fresh, so wholesome that customers at his Hidden Valley Ranch in Santa Barbara, Calif. went nuts for it. Henson eventually sold both the ranch and the dressing, and the rest ...
Sugar, in any form, is a hell of a drug. Case in point: My 4-year-old niece’s drink of choice—2 percent milk with strawberry syrup.
[schema description]There’s something quietly satisfying about crunchy, homemade crackers—the kind you can snack on straight from the sheet, pair with cheese, or dunk into dips. This recipe for yogurt-spelt crackers achieves exactly that by combining the nutty richness of sprouted spelt flour with tangy yogurt, a little butter, and sea salt. As the dough rests, ...
Adult acne has been my curse. Living with it for years and years and years, I had a sneaking suspicion of what might have been causing it, but I refused to face reality—until recently.
Reinvent the classic wreath by making your own out of fresh herbs. Not only does it look stunning, but it also smells incredible.
If you’re on the hunt for a dairy-free milk that’s more than a thin alternative, quinoa milk might just become your new favorite. Thrive Market’s version transforms cooked quinoa into a silky, nutrient-forward milk that offers more protein and fewer calories than most nut milks—a rare combo in the plant-based milk world.
[schema description]What could be more convenient than instant oatmeal? Though it’s certainly cheap and easy to heat up the contents of one of those little packets, the fake flavors and artificial additives aren’t exactly healthy. Instead, make a big batch of this customizable mix and divide individual servings into resealable plastic bags for breakfast on the ...
At $4 a bottle, a kombucha habit can seriously drain your wallet. But that tart, fizzy drink can be so irresistible.
As much as we all love giving (and receiving) holiday gifts, shopping for them can get pretty expensive.
If you’ve long steered clear of homemade cranberry sauce in favor of the canned variety, prepare to change your tune. Laila Ali’s version turns humble cranberries into a deeply flavorful holiday side with just six ingredients: fresh cranberries, pure maple syrup, orange juice, cranberry juice, orange zest, and a cinnamon stick, all simmered until pop ...
Cheese is my Achilles heel. Whether it’s smoked gouda, stinky camembert, savory feta, or soft buffalo mozzarella, I can’t get enough of the stuff.
[schema description]Craving a crunchy, chocolatey treat that’s both satisfying and nourishing? These Homemade Quinoa Crunch Bars offer a wholesome twist on the classic chocolate crunch bar by substituting puffed rice for nutrient-rich quinoa and using antioxidant-packed dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate. Not only do they deliver a satisfying crunch, but they also provide a ...
[schema description]When you’re rushing out the door but still craving a high-quality iced coffee, this recipe delivers the “best homemade” fix in mere seconds. With just cold almond milk, a teaspoon of instant coffee, vanilla extract, and a pinch of ground cardamom, you can shake up a smooth, fragrant iced coffee in under a minute.
On the tiny Japanese island of Okinawa, it’s not uncommon to see 80-year-old women out in the Pacific sun, weeding their gardens on a summer day. In fact, it’s normal; the average life expectancy of men on the island is about 85, while women can look forward to living to a spritely 90.
[schema description]Who needs store-bought toaster pastries when you can make these gluten-free, cherry Pop-Tarts at home?[/schema]
Traditional pho, or Vietnamese noodle soup, takes long hours of boiling beef bones to create a hearty, intense broth.
Ever find yourself doing that dance in the hair care aisle at the drugstore, agonizing over whether or not you need a leave-in conditioner?
[schema description]Crispy, crunchy, and chocolatey, iconic Kit Kat wafer bars have been a favorite with kids and adults for nearly 100 years. This Paleo-friendly, refined sugar-free version of the classic candy adds in the more complex flavors of hazelnut and coconut.[/schema]
It seems like there’s a baby explosion happening in my group of friends—I can’t go one week without hearing that another pal is going to be a mom in a few months!
If you’re in dire need of a spa day but don’t have a couple hundred dollars burning a hole in your pocket, don’t despair. There’s a good chance that all of the simple ingredients you need to create luxurious, exfoliating body scrubs are already in your kitchen.
No longer the secret sprouted elixir of hippie families, nut milk has transitioned to a popular wellness beverage—popular with the swanky restaurant set, juice cleansers, hipsters, Paleo dieters, and coffee aficionados.
Toner is a great step to take in your skin care regime. It removes dead skin cells, refreshes and rejuvenates the skin and evens out the skin tone.