Author: Lily

You know the plant-based diet makes a difference. You’ve experienced it. You’re more fit, you have more energy, and a new zip in your step. You’re active and you want a little more protein, just to make sure. People keep saying you need more. So you’re going to try some. And you want a plant protein. The marketing all says that pea and rice protein together make a complete amino acid profile. They have everything you need. But your brother: he’s strong, and he uses whey protein. You can see the results. He can lift a refrigerator. A full refrigerator,…

Too many people think fitness requires endless hours in the gym, and near obsessive behavior overhauls to see any benefits. I can’t do all that, they think – so I’ll just continue doing nothing. But all it takes is a little movement each day and 2-3 workouts a week, of about 45 minutes each, to see real benefits in how you move, feel, and look. Try these simple strategies to make it easier on yourself to get the recommended dosage: at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise a week, plus 2 strength training sessions. Keep your workout clothes…

Caprese quiche is a crustless vegetarian dish with tomato, basil and mozzarella – light, gluten-free, and ready in 20 minutes. It’s important to note that all our recipes are free from AI! Every recipe on our site is developed by us and tested multiple times to ensure great taste and efficient cook times with no wasted ingredients – so you save your time and money, too! Why You’ll Love It Just 20 mins start to finish Naturally gluten-free and veggie Full of classic Caprese flavour Great for brunch or light dinner Uses easy, fresh ingredients We first tried this gluten-free…

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Conchiglioni Pasta is jumbo pasta shells stuffed with creamy, three cheese mix and cooked in a delicious tomato sauce. Bubbling out of the oven, this is the Italian comforting meatless dinner you need tonight. Jump to: Baked Stuffed Shells This dish is incredibly hearty and filling for a meatless recipe. It uses pantry staples which means no special trip to the grocery store and no hard to find ingredients. It is more like my Meatless Baked Ziti but easier to serve in individual portions. I like how impressive this dinner looks without much effort. A family friendly dinner perfect for…

I’m not exaggerating when I say that light changed my life. This often overlooked wellness tool seems so simple, but it can have really impressive benefits. I’ve talked a lot about sunlight, blue light, red light therapy, and more over the years. Today, I’m putting everything into one easy place for you to learn all about the benefits of light and how it can positively impact your life too.  There’s some overlap in the following sections, but I’ve tried to separate the info into a few different categories. Many of these articles and podcast episodes are purely about light for…

Image courtesy Lemongrass Fusion Bistro on Facebook Happy Friday! Here’s the latest Columbus restaurant news: After nearly 30 years, Lemongrass Asian Bistro in the Short North has closed. The restaurant, which offered a mix of Asian, Mediterranean, and American dishes, had been a mainstay of the neighborhood; their space at 641 N. High St. is up for lease. The owners of Fat Arnie’s Sandwich Shop announced they are opening Fat Arnie’s Provecho, a related concept doing sandwiches, empanadas, and more, coming to the DiCarlo’s pizza space in Uptown Westerville at 20 S. State St. Adjacent to that is a new…

When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn More This blueberry cobbler is a summertime delight! It features jammy ripe blueberries beneath an almond flour-based biscuit topping that’s tender on the inside and perfectly crisp and craggy along the edges. I hope this recipe will become one of your go-to summertime treats. It’s certainly a winner in my repertoire. This recipe is the cobbler version of my popular blueberry crisp. It’s based on my peach cobbler recipe, which was arguably the most delicious dessert made in my kitchen last summer. I’ve always loved making fruity crisps,…

Most Americans say lifestyle behaviors are important for brain health. But less than half connect those behaviors to actually lowering their risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Here’s where things stand. An estimated 7.4 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease today, along with about 750,000 Canadians. The numbers are expected to rise. The personal stakes are just as striking: at age 45, the lifetime risk is 1 in 5 for women and 1 in 10 for men, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Those numbers are sobering. But they’re not the whole story. Much of this is Preventable…

There’s something magical about fall, isn’t there? The air feels different, crisp, grounding, alive. Pumpkin spice fills your kitchen, candles glow in the evening, and you can feel the quiet pull to slow down and start reflecting on the year. But right alongside that cozy magic, this season can also bring… stress. Between Halloween treats, upcoming holidays, travel plans, and family gatherings, it’s easy to lose yourself in the swirl of sugar, schedules, and expectations. 🎃✨ And before you know it, you’re running on empty again, promising that after the holidays, you’ll start focusing on yourself. But what if this…