Author: Lily

When we talk about mental health, we often focus on therapy, medication, or mindfulness. While these are vital, nutrition is an equally important piece of the puzzle that often gets overlooked. What you eat doesn’t just affect your body—it plays a major role in how you feel, think, and cope emotionally. Scientific research continues to reveal a strong link between diet and mental well-being. From depression and anxiety to ADHD and bipolar disorder, what you put on your plate can influence how your brain functions. Let’s explore how nutrition supports mental health, which nutrients matter most, and how simple dietary…

How do you like your cabbage? It’s more than the main ingredient of coleslaw that’s at every cookout or on the side of every sandwich ever ordered at a diner, but it’s so much more versatile than that. These are 30 of the most popular cabbage recipes here on Allrecipes. They’ve been saved more than any others, and these recipes include hearty soups, classic cabbage rolls, casseroles, stir-fries, and more. Read on to find new cabbage recipes where the leafy cruciferous vegetable shines. Peyton Beckwith “This Crockpot cabbage roll soup delivers all the comforting flavor of cabbage rolls and truly…

V8 expanded its energy portfolio with the launch of V8 Energy Zero Sugar, a line extension positioned to meet demand for low- and no-sugar functional beverages. According to Mintel’s 2025 Energy Drinks Report, 83% of sport and energy drink consumers are interested in no- or low-sugar options, underscoring continued pressure on developers to reduce sugar without sacrificing flavor.The new products contain about 80mg of caffeine per 8-oz can, comparable to a cup of coffee, and are formulated without sugar. The lower caffeine level positions the line for everyday consumption occasions, differentiating it from higher-stimulant energy drinks.V8 Energy Zero Sugar is…

These are the Best Dairy Free Keto Chaffle Recipe made with just 5 ingredients and made in 5 minutes! Nut free, gluten free, paleo, grain free, quick and tasty for breakfast or even use as sandwich bread.  3 variations (Basic Dairy Free Chaffle, Dairy Free Cinnamon Sugar Chaffle, and Dairy Free Chocolate Chaffle). Just 1 net carbs per serving! Chaffles vs Traditional Waffles If you are new to the keto community, cheese chaffles are all the rage these days! You can find a bunch of different ways to create the classic chaffle on Facebook. They can be a quick breakfast for anyone…

Tirokafteri, sometimes called htipiti, is a spicy, creamy, tangy, and super bold mezze from northern Greece. This spicy feta dip takes only 10 minutes and is made to share. Photo Credits: Mariam Hamdy On my many trips to Greece, I always seek out tirokafteri, a spicy feta dip often served in taverns as a mezze with pita or alongside grilled meats like chicken souvlaki and chicken gyros.Throughout my travels, I have tasted many regional variations of this dip; some made with a variety of cheeses, others with sheep’s milk or goat’s milk cheese, and I love them all!Popular throughout Greece…

These high protein travel snacks are great for munching on between meals or on the road. Choose from soy curls crisps; light, crispy chickpeas; and crackly versatile Tofu chips. Or make them all! (gluten-free and nut-free with soy-free option) These high protein travel snacks are great on a road trip or even 30,000 feet in the air on a flight, when you’re craving something spicy, salty, savory, and crunchy.  Unlike a lot of packaged snacks, these aren’t just empty calories. They’re packed with protein and taste fantastic with a great shelf life, so you can make a bunch of them…

Imagine waking up without that nagging ache pulling at your neck or the stiff twinge in your lower back that makes every step feel labored. 570 million people experience this daily—over 80% of adults report musculoskeletal pain, per the World Health Organization, often from sedentary jobs or daily stresses. Yet simple stretches can transform that reality. This article reveals targeted moves for relief in your lower back, hips, shoulders, and neck, backed by science from sources like the World Health Organization (WHO).Key Benefits of Stretching for Everyday Pain ReliefStretching eases discomfort by lengthening tight muscles and boosting circulation, which delivers…

Last week saw the official launch of Esther Rum, a new Columbus-based rum brand! Esther Rum is owned by Margaret Kerr-Jarrett and Emunah Winer, creative partners who own Nihilio creative branding agency, based locally. Getting its name from the Biblical queen Esther, the new rum is additive-free and distilled from pure sugarcane in Colombia. The launch was celebrated with a party at The Lion cocktail bar in Bexley. That night the bar team created a specialized menu featuring the new rum. I can attest that it makes a delicious daiquiri! You can learn more and place pre-orders on drinkesther.com or…

It took me ten tries to get this cookie recipe just right, but it was worth the effort! These gluten-free chocolate chip cookies are made with just one wholesome flour—almond flour. They’re also sweetened with maple syrup instead of brown sugar, although you likely wouldn’t guess it. I love to use natural sweeteners when I can. These cookies are golden and lightly crisp around the edges, and tender and chewy in the middle, which is exactly how I want my chocolate chip cookies to be. If you’re looking for a gluten-free cookie or a healthier take on a classic Tollhouse…

We’ve been told for many years that chocolate is bad for you, and we’ve treated it like poison. I avoided it for many years, and I’m sure many of you did as well. We don’t have any chocolate recipes on our website, and we have many carob alternatives for chocolate. Even our “almost chocolate” protein powder is made without chocolate. Our founder, George Malkmus, consistently warned against it, saying that “caffeine-like” effects could disrupt the body’s balance.  And there were reasons to be cautious.  But the longer we go, the more we learn. As someone once said, “too soon old,…