Lori Zanteson, Environmental Nutrition

The oldest cultivated legume, lentils have been Biblically and historically referenced, yet have the long-time reputation as “the ...

Considered a delicacy by the Greeks and Romans, the artichoke was used as a diuretic, a breath freshener, ...

Also known as yam bean or Chinese potato, jicama is a popular ingredient in global cuisine.

There’s no official definition of plant-based, which is good news—you get to determine what it means for you.

Meal delivery services can help by providing healthy meals without all of that prep and know-how.

Kohlrabi was a popular vegetable in ancient Rome and remains so in many parts of Europe and Asia.

Wild rice is grown in a different environment from regular rice and it packs an abundance of nutrients.

Drink different teas for different benefits, and add lemon juice for an extra antioxidant boost.

Making a sandwich? Put lots of nutritious ingredients between those slices of bread.

Although flax seeds are not as popular as before, it doesn't make it any less good for you.

Whether roasting over an open fire or warming cold hands on a wintry walk, chestnuts capture the spirit ...

Eating healthier may seem overwhelming, but it shouldn't be! It can be as simple as making a few ...

Juicing is on the fast track from fad to full-on health craze. Thanks to an explosion of juice ...

How do I make my own nut butter? Answer: Gift yourself this holiday season with homemade nut butter. ...

How many times have you carved into a steak or chicken to find it underdone, postponing a meal ...

The wave of seaweed in the food world is making a delicious and nutritious splash. Beyond sushi roll ...

Chili peppers turn up the heat and the health benefits of many cuisines around the globe. The Folklore ...

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If your heart skips a beat at the sound of the ice cream truck, and your eyes widen ...

Behind every skinny margarita, virgin mai tai, or mocktail of choice, is the desire for a healthier libation. ...

It didn’t take long for the microwave oven to become a must-have home kitchen appliance, much less an ...

Q: What are truffles? A: Misshapen and lumpy, these earthy orbs may not be much to look at, ...

The new season means warming temps, longer days, and beautiful new blooms. It also means heightened allergies for ...

Despite its name, Swiss chard is not from Switzerland, but is native to the Mediterranean region, specifically Sicily. ...

The world’s love affair with pasta traces back thousands of years to Asia, where archaeologists believe the first ...

The world's love affair with pasta traces back thousands of years to Asia, where archaeologists believe the first ...

We all want to do our part to protect our precious Mother Earth. But with such overwhelming issues ...