Author: Lily

I’ve always had fun making my own lotions, balms, and salves. Not only are they affordable, but it’s a great way to have natural skincare readily at your fingertips. This dandelion salve is one of my latest creations.  Dandelions boast so many health benefits, it’s a shame that so many people try so hard to get rid of them. The young spring leaves are great in salads. You can use the dried and roasted root as a coffee substitute. And the flower buds make delicious wine, jelly, and more.  While many people use dandelion internally for liver health and its…

Summary: What This Article Covers A 2025 meta-analysis raised concerns that plant-based diets increase the risk of osteoporosis. This article explains what that research actually found, why the two studies driving that result have significant limitations, and what three decades of data from Harvard’s Nurses’ Health Study show instead. Key findings covered here:  Following a plant-based diet for many years did not lead to an increase or decrease in hip fracture risk in the Nurses’ Health Study. A healthy plant-based diet was linked to 21% lower fracture risk; an unhealthy one to 28% higher risk. Diet quality is what matters,…

Donna Quaife is 81 years old and had both knees replaced. But she walks on the treadmill an hour a day and still competes in pickleball. Her secret? Play. She’s been moving her body for the joy of it since she was 4 and sees no reason to stop. “We had a shot-put pit in the backyard. We had a high jump. We had a basketball hoop in the driveway,” Donna recalls. “I got my first broken nose in the eighth grade — my brother elbowed me playing basketball.” Think back. Kick-the-can, pickup basketball, neighborhood games until dark. You probably…

Tofu Tacos are an easy vegan dinner made with crumbled extra-firm tofu, homemade taco seasoning, and all your favorite taco toppings. This simple tofu taco meat cooks in a skillet until golden, flavorful, and perfect for filling crunchy taco shells. If you are looking for a quick meatless taco night recipe, these tofu tacos are ready in just 25 minutes. They are hearty, family-friendly, and easy to make gluten-free when you use hard taco shells that are labeled gluten-free. This recipe uses simple ingredients like extra-firm tofu, chili powder, liquid smoke, paprika, cumin, and garlic salt to create a smoky,…

These pizza beans are cozy, saucy, and wildly comforting. Creamy butter beans are simmered in a garlicky marinara, topped with a simple homemade vegan cheese sauce, and finished with basil. It’s a quick, one-pan dinner that comes together in about 25 minutes and is perfect for scooping up with garlic bread. Pizza. Beans. Need I say more? If you love pizza, then you’re going to flip for this cozy, scoopable dinner situation. Pizza beans have all the flavors of pizza, with garlicky tomato sauce and gooey vegan cheese, but in a hearty bean dish. Because we start with canned beans,…

A warm bowl of chicken and dumplings can turn a regular weeknight into a cozy Sunday afternoon. This is a humble dish with comforting flavors in each bite. Jump to: Make Cracke Barrel Chicken and Dumplings If we are eating at Cracker Barrel, we are ordering their chicken and Dumplings every single time. It’s one of my family’s favorites, which is exactly why I decided to make it at home. After a few rounds of testing with my favorite recipe developer, this chicken and dumplings landed exactly where we wanted it. I might be biased, but this version tastes even…

Preschoolers are children between the ages of three and five years old who are in the early stages of learning and development. During this stage, they are developing their primary teeth, also known as baby teeth, which will eventually fall out and be replaced by permanent teeth. However, this does not mean that dental health should be neglected. In fact, tooth decay is the most common dental disease among preschoolers, with one out of ten two-year-olds already having one or more cavities. As a result, it is important for parents and caregivers to be aware of dental health tips for…

Image courtesy of HangOverEasy Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: HangOverEasy opened its newest location at Dublin’s Bridge Park last week. This is their third Columbus location, joining the original on Neil Avenue and a second on Parsons Avenue. It’s located at 6757 Longshore Dr., formerly home to Kona Craft Kitchen. A new coffee shop called Palomino opened this week inside The Bottle Shop in Victorian Village. It’s open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays-Saturdays. Get a full look inside! Gatto’s Pizza, a longtime Clintonville mainstay, shared that they are opening a second location inside Hoof Hearted…

Traditional Mexican cooking is loaded with ingredients that are exceptionally good for your body after 50. Keep these in mind this Cinco de Mayo, and anytime! Start with beans. Black, pinto, and all varieties deliver a powerful combination of protein, fiber, and key minerals like iron, magnesium, and potassium. They support muscle health, help manage blood sugar, and keep cholesterol in check. Chiles are next. The capsaicin that makes them hot has anti-inflammatory properties and supports cardiovascular health — both of which matter more as you age. You don’t have to go scorching hot to get the benefit. Avocado earns its reputation. It…

This delicious dairy free low carb strawberry overnight oats recipe is an easy breakfast with the best texture and 22 grams of protein! Dairy-Free Overnight “Oats” Without Oats If you’ve been searching for healthy overnight oats, you’ve probably seen recipes using rolled oats, old-fashioned oats, steel-cut oats, or even quick oats. But for many women—especially in midlife—those traditional overnight oat recipes don’t support fat loss, blood sugar balance, or inflammation goals. That’s exactly why I created this easy dairy free low carb strawberry overnight oats-without using oats at all. I adapted my Cottage Cheese Overnight Mock Oats recipe and made it dairy free.…