Be Slim and Satisfied

Satiety is what we feel when we’ve had enough; it’s what makes us stop eating and what keeps us full. As we amass more and more scientific research on the subject—on both sensory-stimulated behavior and physiological mechanisms—a more complete picture is emerging on just how our appetite is controlled. I'm hoping we focus on becoming more aware of the innate signals our bodies are giving us and the foods that are naturally satiating.

Feast Without Frenzy: Keep it Light

No doubt, there are a lot of heavy things that crop up during the holidays. Cookies, roasts, various casseroles . . . your sister-in-law’s confession, Grandma’s harping on your bangs. But there’s nothing saying you can’t mount a counter strategy, for the food at least. Here are ten main course meals that won’t weight you down.

Get a New Grain: Oats

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With all the different types of oats out there it can get confusing. Is one superior to the other? Is one healthier than another? Here’s the simple scoop . . .

Thanksgiving Roundup

It’s been a fun month, pondering traditions, forging new paths and sharing some of our favorite recipes. In fact, we’ve accumulated so much good stuff that we thought it worth creating a roundup before the Big Day. Gratitude: We kicked the month off, appropriately, with a piece by Kurt Michael Friese on gratitude. And I…

Keep Your Eyes on the Sides

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A lot of work goes into cooking a stellar bird, but I have a confession: I only have eyes for the sides. And supreme among side dishes is the sweet potato dish. Despite their sweetness, these tubers play nicely with savory ingredients, as evidenced in this bread pudding recipe.

Remixing Tradition

Sometimes traditions need updating to stay true to our roots. This revamped Party Mix is the perfect example--healthier, tastier and more nourishing all around.

Making Sense of Moderation

Moderation isn’t sexy, but it is one of the primary keys to overall wellness. It means enjoying what you love, and what feeds you, rather than denying yourself meaningful pleasure. Here are four tips and a chocolatey pudding to help moderation work for you.