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If you haven’t noticed, everyone is obsessed with tote bags this year, especially if they’re miniature. In March, Trader Joe’s sparked a frenzy in stores by launching a mini $3 tote that had shoppers rushing to snag one in every color before they sold out. The totes are so popular that sets continue to sell … Read more

I have cooked plenty of chicken in my life. Mostly chicken breast because that’s what my daughter prefers. While I’m happy to oblige this preference, I must admit that I get a bit tired of finding ways to make eating it exciting. That’s why, when anyone asks me to cook a whole chicken, I always … Read more

When you’re living with arthritis, supplements might seem like a good pain management strategy. But they aren’t always the answer for joint pain and inflammation. While supplements might seem like a quick fix, not all of them deliver the benefits they claim to. And some may even pose health risks. If you or a loved … Read more

Flour is one of the nine items we always have in our pantries and for good reason too. Whether you’re making cookies, cakes, fried chicken, or pasta, flour is an essential ingredient. That said, it’s also one of those items we open, use, and let sit in the pantry without thinking twice about its shelf … Read more

Snacks are a valuable way to keep blood sugars and energy levels steady, whether you have diabetes, prediabetes or are simply being proactive about balancing blood sugars. These between-meal bites can help prevent blood sugar (and energy) crashes during the day. It’s no surprise, however, that certain snacks affect blood sugars differently. That’s where the … Read more

Everyone loves traditional apple desserts like apple pie, apple crisp, and apple fritters, but what if we told you there are other lesser-known apple desserts that are just as tempting. Ever heard of an apple frangipane cake, a German sunken apple cake, or an apple brownie? No? Then let us introduce you to these desserts … Read more

Straight to the Point The new cast iron skillet from Bobby Flay and GreenPan releases eggs cleanly, sears golden brown tofu, and produces an evenly baked cornbread. However, we prefer the straight sides on Lodge’s cast iron skillet (our longtime top pick) and had a difficult time maneuvering the Bobby Flay pan due to its … Read more

Daydreaming about that lunch break? We’ve got plenty of recipes that will be worth the wait! These tasty lunches feature staple ingredients of the Mediterranean diet like beans, fish, whole grains and greens. Plus they align with a diabetes-appropriate eating pattern, since they are low in sodium, saturated fat, carbs and calories. Try options like … Read more

Pasta lovers, these dinner recipes are for you! These tasty pasta dishes are some of our favorites and our readers would agree. Each dish has earned at least four-star reviews and garnered plenty of traffic this year. Make sure to add these recipes to your menu, like our Spinach & Artichoke Dip Pasta or our … Read more