Sleep is your body’s and mind’s ultimate reset button. And yet one in three of us wrestle with insomnia or poor sleep quality.  The good news? Some foods can help to ensure that you sleep more soundly thanks to their ability to affect brain chemistry, help regulate hormones and reduce your stress.  Here’s the deal:…

Are you feeling frazzled from stress? I hear you. A fast, nutrient-dense meal can help restore your mind and body in less than 10 minutes.  This collection of recipes features foods high in magnesium, omega-3s, fiber, and antioxidants — all proven to lower stress levels. Get those pots going with three comforting dinners to warm…

You know those days when you feel like you’re dragging through the day? I know I do. There are times for all of us when fatigue strikes, and when it does, a fast, nutrient-packed dinner can be a game changer.  These are meals that are meant to give you energy and not drain you of…

There’s something magical about having a warm bowl of goodness on a rainy night. It’s cozy, comforting and exactly what your body is clamoring for when the temperature dips.  Comfort bowls That’s when these comfort bowls come in— a 2025 food trend that brings together robust ingredients into one filling dish. Here are five healthful…

There’s something magical about food that just lifts us up. Certain meals — whether they’re the gooey cheese on a slice of pizza or the savory crunch of a taco — simply make us happy.  So here’s the deal: I’m going to show you seven dinners that can be scientifically proven to improve your mood…

Curious about how the Incas dined? Their diet was simple but genius, designed to flourish in the high Andes.  They depended on native crops such as quinoa and potatoes, tendrilled more than 4,000 miles at the expansion’s peak, and even guinea pigs as a protein source.  So here’s the deal: I’m going to provide four…

Have you ever wondered what the pharaohs ate? Their food was lush, aromatic, and unexpectedly simple.  Unlike Modern Egyptian cuisine, AichAcher this ancient Egyptian cuisine combined Old World ingredients with the New World ingredients such as wheat, chickpeas and lentils (all introduced by the New World), whole New World ingredients like fruits and vegetables, lentils,…

Have you ever wondered what the secret was behind those mythical samurais? They were as disciplined in their diet as in their swordsmanship.  Grounded in the traditional Japanese diet, it revolved around balance — rice for energy, fish and tofu for protein, seasonal vegetables for vitamins.  Here’s the deal: I’ll show you three samurai-influenced meals…

Have you ever wondered what Vikings ate to sustain these epic expeditions? Their diet was substantial and nutrient rich, to keep them fueled throughout cold Scandinavian winters and arduous sea voyages.  The thing was, they ate lamb stew, flatbread, fish stew and honey-glazed turnips. Here, I will walk you through those four meals.  You will…

Curious about what the Aztecs dined on for dinner? Their own food was so rich, so delicious and so nutritious.  So here’s the thing: Aztec food was based on corn, beans, squash and chilies.  Down below, I’ll pack five real recipes for you to try at home as well as facts and nutritional information.  Ready…