Have you heard of the MIND Diet? It combines 2 very popular diets that experts regard as some of the healthiest (because they lower the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other diseases): The Mediterranean Diet And the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension...
For national show The List, we featured three recipes based on the very popular MIND Diet, which aims to improve brain function and prevent dementia. For that segment, we created healthy breakfast, lunch, and dinner options using MIND Diet ingredients. This Seared...
Did you know that as many as 5.8 million Americans and 55 million people worldwide live with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias? But studies show that the MIND diet can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease and slow cognitive decline by up to...
If you’re anything like me, you probably struggle to wrangle your family to sit down for dinner. And we’re not alone! In fact, family dinners have declined by 30% in the last 3 decades! Inspired by the Fantastic Fungi Community Cookbook, this Sausage & Mushroom...
This recipe is inspired by the seasonal changes that happen late in the year, and the resulting lack of natural sunlight. As the days grow shorter and the sunlight scarce, I know many of us start to feel the effects of Seasonal Affective Disorder, with its pesky brain...
This delicious Roasted Squash, Kale & Feta Salad with Walnut Vinaigrette Recipe is part of our Foods To Fight Seasonal Affective Disorder series for the national daytime show The List. It's full of healthy ingredients that are great for busting symptoms of...
Part of our 3-recipe collection of Foods To Fight Seasonal Affective Disorder, this Healthy Turkey Stroganoff Recipe is packed with tryptophan, which metabolizes into serotonin for full-body calming and mood. How Does It Help with Seasonal Affective Disorder? The...
Get ready to have your mind blown with these Lion's Mane Crab Cakes! No, it's not crab – these golden brown beauties are crafted from Lion's Mane (or Hericium Erinaceus), a delicious mushroom that resembles the mane of a lion. (Some also compare them to fluffy clouds...
Chestnut mushrooms have a crunchy, nutty flavor that’s great for omelettes! I like to add Peri Peri sauce from Trader Joe’s to my Chestnut Mushroom Omelette because it adds a nice kick, but you might like your without the spice! Tips For Cooking Mushrooms Mushrooms...
Imagine whipping up a delicious breakfast in just a minute – it's the dream start to any busy, productive morning. As much as I adore breakfast scrambles and savoring my avocado toast, there's often just not enough time for elaborate cooking. That's where this...
I don't care what anyone says--a steaming hot potato is one of the best comfort foods out there. Baked potatoes are an absolute classic, and mastering the microwave-baked potato is the best way to enjoy this simple side dish in a lot less time. It's a...
Frittatas are the hero of breakfast and brunch because it can typically serve a crowd and is extremely versatile! Instead of serving a crowd, this single or double serve frittata recipe is made in the microwave in just five minutes. This recipe is so quick and...
It's a pretty spectacular thing when you can create restaurant quality food at home, such as poached eggs. This style of cooking eggs often requires a technique when cooking on the stove top, but with this simple microwave poached eggs recipe, you will have eggs...
If you have a craving for French fries, but want something healthier that comes together in no time, these microwaved potato wedges are the perfect solution! Make them in 10 minutes for a perfect side dish or great snack. Yes potatoes can be snacks! I love using...
Satisfy your salty craving in just a matter of minutes with this microwaved crispy potato chip recipe! Sure eating an entire bag of chips from the store can be fun, but making homemade potato chips is rewarding and satisfying! When I learned that potato...
Ever get a hankering for an ultra cheesy quesadilla? Yeah, me too! We love fully loaded vegetable quesadilla in our house, but don't love dealing with a splattered greasy mess. Learn how to make this stuffed and flavorful quesadilla in the microwave in just...
Waking up on a Saturday morning to a house smelling of fresh pancakes is really hard to beat. Instead of standing over a stove with butter splattering everywhere, learn how to make fluffy pancakes in the microwave in just one minute! Making pancakes in the...
I love a thick slice of pizza as much as you, but I don't love feeling heavy and weighed down and needing to take a nap after eating. This easy tortilla pizza recipe totally fixes that problem! Make pizza in the microwave in just one minute for a quick, cheesy,...
Skip your traditional cup of noodles for this easy mug recipe! Ramen in the microwave will become your new go-to quick and easy lunch or dinner. You really can make delicious, healthy ramen from home, and even better in your microwave in just a few minutes! ...
Monkey bread is something I grew up eating as a treat. It took time to prepare, especially when making the dough from scratch and was doused in the most delicious cinnamon sugar mixture. I'd like to say we all have time to do that, but the reality is, we don't!...
