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How to Take Care of Your Hair and Nail Health

Hair and nails are among the first things people notice about one another, but they’re not just for looks. They’re meant to protect your body. And when they stop looking strong and healthy, that can indicate an underlying issue. Here’s what to know about hair and nails and how to keep them looking healthy.

Ocean Robbins · July 30, 2021 · 22 min read

Is Watermelon Healthy?

Watermelons are among the largest and heaviest fruits available at most grocery stores, but is lugging them home worth the effort? Are they nutritious, or just a bunch of water and sugar? Here’s what to know about the nutrition benefits of watermelon — plus, the pros and cons of eating them.

Ocean Robbins · July 30, 2021 · 12 min read

Creamy Tofu Ranch Dressing

Make this creamy ranch dressing in minutes and serve as a vegetable dip, use as a salad dressing, or enjoy as a cooling compliment to spicy buffalo cauliflower wings! Tofu gives a creamy texture while the dill is the signature flavor you might recognize from traditional ranch dressing. Plus, who knew that such a tasty vegetable dip could be naturally high in plant-based protein and phytonutrients, and contain zero, cholesterol, saturated fat, sugar or preservatives?

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · July 30, 2021 · < 1 min read

Healthy Popsicles: What to Look for & How to Make Your Own

The iconic popsicle is just over one century old. But in that time, it has become a beloved hot weather treat around the world. Unfortunately, the major popsicle brands are full of sugar, additives, and artificial ingredients. Does that mean that health-conscious people can’t enjoy the sweet, cold, fruity experience of an ice lolly on a sweltering day? Or is it possible to find healthy popsicles, or even make your own?

Ocean Robbins · July 28, 2021 · 11 min read

Summer Glow Pops

You’ve come to the right place if you’re looking for the perfect summer treat that’s refreshing and energizing! Beets provide nitrate that converts to nitric oxide in your body, a substance that dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow. Pineapple contains carotenoids, which protect the skin from the inside out. And, oranges have loads of vitamin C, an essential nutrient for skin health. Don’t be surprised if you get a natural “summer glow” after enjoying these pops! “Summer Glow Pop!”

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · July 28, 2021 · < 1 min read

Pickled Beets

These bright beauties complement and offer tons of flavor to a variety of protein-packed dishes like bean salads, grain bowls, and tofu sandwiches. Bonus: they taste better the longer they marinate. Double bonus: beets can help to dilate blood vessels, lower blood pressure and increase blood flow, making your heart very happy.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · July 21, 2021 · 2 min read

Creamy Cucumber Dill Salad

Something about the rich creaminess of the cashew sour cream with the cooling and crunchy cucumbers makes this dish especially appealing. Adding even more to this salad is dill. Other herbs would be delicious as well. Feel free to swap parsley, cilantro or basil in place of dill or a variety of fresh herbs from your garden!

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · July 21, 2021 · < 1 min read

What Is Curry? — And How to Use It in Your Kitchen

If you grew up eating the standard American diet, your first curry might have been a shock to your palate. (Either “My mouth is on fire; where’s the fire extinguisher?” or “Where have you been all my life?” depending on the level of spiciness and your tolerance.) But if you have Indian, Thai, Caribbean, or Chinese ancestry, curries may have been part of your culinary tradition for centuries. So what kinds of curries are there? Are they good for you? Can they be plant-based? And how can you get started cooking some of the world’s most popular dishes?

Ocean Robbins · July 7, 2021 · 11 min read

Are Dates Good For You, or the Planet?

Dates, a fruit with a history spanning over 6,000 years, are more than just one of the world's sweetest natural sweeteners. Are dates healthy, or just a sugary indulgence? This in-depth article explores the surprising health benefits of this “fruit of kings,” including the surprising truth about their glycemic index. Find out about the most popular varieties and the best ways to incorporate them into your diet. And stay until the end for three amazing date-based recipes (including one of the most popular we’ve ever published!).

Ocean Robbins · July 2, 2021 · 12 min read

The Best Creamy and Crunchy Snack!

Want a snack that satisfies all of your crunchy, creamy, and dreamy snacking desires? We sure do. This is one of our favorite go-to snacks that literally makes us hum with happiness because of its flavor, texture AND nutrition. Get probiotic goodness with each bite, plus leafy greens and whole grains (or seeds, depending on the cracker) to boot!

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · June 30, 2021 · < 1 min read

Chia Seed Vinaigrette

In place of synthetic thickening agents or cream bases, chia seeds and sunflower seeds come together in this vinaigrette to create a creamy dressing that can be used on salads, grain bowls, or steam veggies. This dressing is light and refreshing — make extra to use as a marinade for veggies, tofu or tempeh!

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN · June 25, 2021 · < 1 min read

Are Mangoes Good for You — and the Planet?

Mangoes are one of the most popular fruits in the world and for good reason. They’re sweet, juicy, and delicious — but are they too delicious to be healthy? And how are they for the environment? In this article, we look at the facts and myths about the world’s favorite drupe.

Ocean Robbins · June 18, 2021 · 13 min read