May 20, 2020
This breakfast drink works well for those who have a hard time eating breakfast. It’s zesty
May 6, 2020
This colorful salad uses a less-popular part of kale and combines sweet and savory notes derived from bacon and
May 5, 2020
The aroma of cinnamon and ginger is a wonderful way to get into the stay-at-home spirit. This delicious cookie recipe is from Myra Goodman’s first cookbook, Food to Live By. Myra says the cookies are even more outrageously good with jam. You can also add peanut butter to one side and make peanut butter and jelly sandwich cookies. Ingredients: 12 Tbs. (1½ sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1½ cups natural cane sugar, divided 1 large egg ¼ cup molasses 2 cups whole-wheat pastry flour 2 tsp. ground ginger 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 2 tsp. baking soda ½ tsp. salt 1 cup […]
May 5, 2020
Industrial meat production is a leading cause of global warming, yet a plant-based diet alone might not solve the problem—or could it? What’s the way forward on this contentious debate? We put the challenge to two of our senior editors, Bill “Reg” Giebler and Jenna “Veg” Blumenfeld. Here’s what they had to say to one another. Bill Giebler: As we explore the ethics of meat eating, I look to the history of humanity. Eating animals was the hunter part that accompanied the gatherer; therefore, as cultivation became the norm for food production some ten thousand years ago, animal management was […]
April 29, 2020
As all Americans struggle to adapt to the new reality of daily life in the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Environmental Working Group’s (EWG’s) mission to empower people to live healthier lives in a healthier environment is more relevant than ever. During this difficult time, EWG will continue to provide science-based, practical recommendations for consumers so they can make the best decisions for themselves and their families. Healthy eating is key to supporting your immune system during the coronavirus pandemic. But it can be stressful to go to the grocery store these days. That’s why EWG’s researchers have put […]
April 22, 2020
Specialized eating plans are no longer that “special.” In a recent Nielsen survey, 31 percent
April 15, 2020
This tasty stew was the perfect comfort food for our stay-at-home lives. We were out of corn and peas so substituted them with what we found in the freezer — edamame and green beans. Luckily, we had some grass-fed beef that was tender, moist and full of flavor. Serves 4-8 (depending on slow cooker insert size) Ingredients 6 Yukon gold or red potatoes, quartered 4 medium carrots, cut to 1-inch lengths 2-3 medium onions, quartered 2 to 3 pounds of beef chuck or stew meat (grass fed if you can find it). Trim the fat and cut to 1-inch cubes […]
April 7, 2020
Black rice has more iron, protein and fiber and the highest antioxidants of any rice. Also known as Forbidden Rice, it’s an ancient grain that was supposedly eaten only by the emperors. Lucky for us those days are gone. Black rice sushi is a stunning and healthy version of something you probably already love. Ingredients: 1 cup black rice 2 Tbs. rice vinegar 2 Tbs. sugar 1 tsp. salt 6 sheets nori 1 carrot, cut into thin strips 1 watermelon radish, cut into thin strips Instructions: 1. In a medium saucepan, bring the rice and 2-1/4 cups water to a […]
April 7, 2020
If you’re having trouble finding all of the cleaning products you need or just want to make some yourself, we