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Simplify your morning with our frittata recipe using kitchen staples, egg, veggies and cheese. This breakfast-worthy egg dish is ready in 20 minutes or less, and you only need one piece of equipment to make it: an oven-friendly skillet. For a complete meal and extra boost of fiber, serve with a side of fresh fruit and a slice of whole-grain toast. Active time: 10 minutes | Total time: 20 minutes Spinach & Tomato Frittata Ingredients 6 large eggs 1/4 cup (60g) skim milk 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp

This savory Asian-inspired oatmeal bowl features tofu for creaminess and bok choy for crisp freshness. It’s great for the winter months when you want a warming meal. Active time: 10 minutes | Total time: 15 minutes Tofu and Bok Choy Porridge Ingredients 1 tsp sesame oil 1 clove garlic, minced  2 cups (500g) low-sodium chicken stock 6 tbsp (37g) quick cooking oats 1/2 cup (120g) soft or silken tofu, gently cut into 1/2-inch (1cm) cubes  1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp salt 1 leek, slic

This hearty main dish salad gets a kick from a zingy peanut dressing made with heart-healthy avocado oil and plenty of protein thanks to store-bought rotisserie chicken (1). Tangelos are an easy-to-peel hybrid of tangerines and grapefruit with juicy, tangy flesh. Substitute large oranges or tangerines if tangelos are unavailable. Active time: 20 minutes | Total time: 20 minutes Chicken and Tangelo Salad With Peanut Dressing Ingredients For the dressing 1/2 cup (72g) roasted, unsalted peanuts, d

Kimchi is a good source of probiotics, which are beneficial bacteria that can live in your gut. Having a steady source of probiotics in your diet has many health benefits including immune system support and reducing the risk of chronic disease (1). If you haven’t cooked with kimchi, this recipe is a good introduction to the power of healthful, fermented cabbage to add flavor to simple dishes. Kimchi is a single ingredient that brings a powerful punch of umami, and enough salt to season the

Hulling strawberries creates a large cavity that’s ideal for making stuffed strawberries with creamy “chèvre” goat cheese, basil and pistachios. Serve the berries as an elegant appetizer or a satisfying snack. One serving offers loads of antioxidants and 7 grams of protein (1). Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 15 minutes Chèvre and Basil Stuffed Strawberries Ingredients 1 pint (12 oz/340g) fresh strawberries 4 oz (113g) creamy chèvre, room temperature 1 tbsp finely chopped basil leav

We tried a bunch of methods and landed on this one for delivering a cauliflower pizza crust that has plenty of flavor (thanks, Parmesan cheese!), browns nicely and even holds together when you pick up a slice. Squeezing the liquid out of raw cauliflower is a key step — don’t skip it. One tip: keep the sauce to a minimum to avoid over-soaking the tender crust. Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 40 minutes Cauliflower Crust Ingredients 1 medium head cauliflower (about 600g) 1 large egg (

Inspired by the flavors of a classic Italian cacio e pepe pasta, this roast chicken is easy enough to make on a weeknight, but special enough for a dinner party or holiday gathering. The outside of the chicken is crusted in fruity peppercorns, salty Parmesan cheese and sharp pecorino, giving the skin a wispy frico-like texture. Because of the natural fat in a whole chicken, we only use a scant tablespoon of butter to help the skin crisp and impart flavor to the meat. Active time: 15 minutes | To

The goal here is simple: turn healthy-aging foods into meals and snacks that feel doable, satisfying, and worth repeating. These meals and snacks are built around the basics dietitians come back to again and again: colorful produce, protein foods, fiber-rich carbs, and healthy fats. Think of them as easy, repeatable ideas that support healthy aging without making food feel complicated. What Are Anti-Aging Foods, Really? “Anti-aging foods” is a catchy phrase. But it can also be misleading.

Mapo tofu is a traditional Sichuan dish with tofu, ground pork or beef and a spicy, vibrant red sauce. This version is far from traditional, but it’s equally satisfying. We’ve kept the backbones of the dish with the deeply savory chili sauce, but lightened it up using less oil and a mixture of ground turkey and finely chopped mushrooms in place of pork and beef. We’ve also flipped the proportions — this take is meat-heavy, adding more lean protein to your meal. For a nice, bala

Tofu, crumbled and seasoned, makes a tasty “egg” salad packed with protein and no cholesterol. It makes a pretty, summery side salad or light lunch when stuffed in a juicy tomato. RD Tip:  You can use regular mayonnaise if you prefer but it will add some cholesterol. But whichever you choose, one serving of these stuffed tomatoes provides an impressive 59% of your daily vitamin C and over 20% of vitamin A. Active time: 25 minutes | Total time: 25 minutes Tofu “Egg” Salad

Have you ever found yourself pacing your hallway at the end of the day just to hit your 10,000-step goal? That’s unsurprising, given how often this number is treated as the gold standard for health and fitness. The good news? There’s no magic number. While hitting a daily step count can absolutely support weight loss, it’s not a one-size-fits-all equation.  (1, 5) In this article, we’ll break down what the science says, how step goals can vary by individual, and how to find a

In this guide to micronutrients, we’re breaking down what vitamins and minerals do, the main types of micronutrients, common food sources, and which nutrients may be worth a closer look in your daily routine. What Are Micronutrients? Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals your body needs in small amounts to function properly. Unlike macronutrients, they do not provide energy, but they help support metabolism, immune function, bone health, fluid balance, and cellular health. (1,3) Curr

Somewhere between the 10 a.m. meeting and the 3 p.m. slump, you realize you’ve barely eaten. Not because you were busy, but because nothing sounded good, and now you’re not sure what will. That’s a familiar rhythm on a GLP-1. Which is why the best thing to eat on a GLP-1 is whatever meets your nutrition without leaving you uncomfortably full. At work, that usually means a few small, protein-rich options within arm’s reach. However, there’s still no single GLP-

Information current as of September 7, 2026. If you’re in your twenties, the app you pick between BetterMe vs MyFitnessPal has to survive a schedule nobody designed. Shifts that move, a kitchen you share, a food budget that doesn’t stretch, and a week where three days look nothing like the other four.  Any of the best nutrition apps can work for a fortnight in January. The question is which one is still open on your phone in June. MyFitnessPal and BetterMe both promise

Water weight can change the number on the scale, but that doesn’t mean your body fat has changed. Body weight includes a large amount of water, and fluid balance shifts as the body takes in and loses water throughout the day. Glycogen storage can also affect body water. (1, 3) MyFitnessPal serves more than 280 million people worldwide. Its tracking tools can help you compare weight, food, sodium, and activity entries over time. However, one weigh-in cannot explain what caused a weight change.

Have you ever wondered about the signs of protein deficiency? Although true protein deficiency is rare, your individual protein needs can vary. U.S. MyFitnessPal users with weight-loss goals get an average of 24.7% of their calories from protein. That falls within the acceptable range of 10% to 35% for adults, but percentages alone don’t show whether someone is meeting their needs—total calories, body weight, age, and activity level also matter (2). Protein is a must-have macronutrient that help

Information current as of September 7, 2026. Macro tracking is three numbers: protein, carbohydrates and fat. Getting them right sounds simple, and it is (for about a week).  Understanding macros isn’t the hard part. It’s finding your actual dinner in a database, logging it before you forget, and still doing that on an ordinary Tuesday. MyFitnessPal and MyNetDiary both track macros, and both do it competently. Where they diverge is what they optimize around.  MyFitnes

This vegetarian-friendly grain bowl is packed with fiber from the plump corn and pearled barley (1, 2). It’s lightly seasoned with lemon and dill for full flavor, and can be paired with a source of lean protein for a complete lunch. If you don’t like pearled barley, you can also make this recipe using a whole grain of your choice (like brown rice). Active time: 15 minutes | Total time: 45 minutes White Bean Barley Bowl Ingredients 1 cup (141g) fresh or frozen corn kernels, thawed 1 cup (140g) u

This hearty Italian meatball soup comes together in just 25 minutes thanks to fully cooked frozen meatballs and canned cannellini beans. A splash of white wine adds depth to the savory beef broth, while baby spinach and red bell pepper round out the bowl with color and nutrition. Ladle into bowls and finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan for a satisfying weeknight meal.  Active time: 10 minutes | Total time: 25 minutes Italian Meatball Soup Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil, divided 30 fully cooked fro

Robin Arzón recently completed her fastest HYROX race yet, and she says the difference came down to how she fueled her training. HYROX combines endurance and strength, with eight 1-kilometer runs broken up by eight functional workout stations. For first-time competitors, preparing for that challenge means learning not only how to train, but also how to eat in a way that supports energy and recovery. (1,2,3) Arzón, who is a vegan athlete and author of her plant-based, protein-packed cookboo