How is this for a twist? A modern adaptation of the classic lemon curd tart, with the deliciously unique addition of shiso. This Japanese herb, known for its distinct taste reminiscent of mint, basil, and fennel, imparts a refreshing twist to the tangy lemon curd base. Shiso, while not commonly found in Western cuisine, is … Read more

This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Please read my disclosure. Whenever I want to make an easy plant-based meal loaded with protein, I make my chickpea and lentil curry. The chickpeas and lentils are simmered in a tomato and coconut milk sauce, with fragrant spices. I … Read more

Credit: Unsplash What makes you cry? A friend’s good news? When does your candidate win an election? For me, it’s the sight of the first spring color in my garden. After months of punishing winter, that first hint of spring is proof that Mother Nature is indeed kind. Since we all want more of a … Read more

Expert panel: A new wave of research suggests ageing doesn’t happen at a slow, steady pace. Instead, scientists are discovering that our bodies undergo significant molecular shifts at key points in life – particularly in our 40s and again in our 60s. These biological gear changes affect everything from metabolism and inflammation to muscle health … Read more

Many people want to take pre-workout on an empty stomach. Maybe they like to train early in the morning before breakfast so they don’t feel full and uncomfortable during their workout. Or maybe they’re heading to the gym after work and haven’t eaten in a while. Still, many worry it’s a bad idea to take … Read more

It’s time for the plant-based meat, poultry and seafood categories to “meat” the challenge. BNP Media’s National Provisioner reported that combined refrigerated and frozen plant-based meat alternatives in Circana’s MULO+ universe generated $66.2 million in the four weeks ending November 30, 2025. Compared with November 2024, both dollar and pound sales declined as consumer demand … Read more

I’m never without homemade herbes de Provence in our kitchen. Abundant in the south of France, this spice mix really speaks to my love of French cooking. I use it in just about anything I can! My mom’s French heritage was a big influence growing up, and because of her, I will always have a … Read more

JRomero04/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Sam’s Club, which is owned by the massive grocery chain Walmart, makes adjustments to its stores occasionally. For example, in 2025, it extended shopping hours for Plus members, opening at 8 a.m. and giving these lucky … Read more

We’ve been at this for over 15 years, but somewhere around recipe number 3,000, we started noticing a problem. Not with the recipes, those were generally pretty dang good. The problem was everything around them. The frantic tab-switching mid-cook. The phone screen going dark just as you needed to check the next step. The “I … Read more

Why Early-Life Stress Matters The effects of childhood can long outlive the childhood. Scholars have been conducting studies on how childhood stress affects emotional growth, cognitive abilities, and psychological health over a long period. The stress in early life may involve continuous fearfulness, instability, or neglect, family struggle, or any other hardship in the critical … Read more