Making hummus from scratch can be a little frustrating because of the chickpea skins, which can leave the hummus a little chunkier than what we’re used to in store-bought brands. Some people even go as far as manually peeling the chickpeas before pureeing them! Warm chickpeas, however, purée easier and result in a smooth texture…

Whipped cream is the easiest dessert topping to make yourself — all you need is cream and sugar! And it’s just so tasty on top of a sundae, slice of pie, or fresh strawberries for a summer treat. However, many of us make a crucial mistake before we even start whisking any dairy. Although whipping…

From the time we are toddlers to our golden years, we are constantly told how important it is to eat our vegetables. But as much as we appreciate all that getting our greens does for our health, sometimes we just can’t look at another side of broccoli! If you’re hoping to mix it up when…

Watermelons are one of the most refreshing and delicious snacks to enjoy on a hot summer day. Of course, most of us pick or spit out the seeds as we chow down. Whether we have lingering childhood fears about watermelons growing in our bellies (even though we logically know that’s impossible), or we’re just creatures of…

Only one treat can really satisfy our sweet tooth and help us cool down when the summer temps start to rise. You guessed it: ice cream! Although it’s obviously great right out of the tub, there are some clever hacks out there that can help us enjoy the deliciousness even more. Yes, that is possible! …

Honey nut cereals are arguably one of the tastiest ways to start your day. This homemade version goes an extra mile by adding turmeric to turn your milk into bloat-blocking “Golden Milk.” A study published by the Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute in 2017 lists several benefits of turmeric, like soothing arthritis and anxiety, and anti-inflammatory…

You’re going to love this easy-to-make, fruit-filled dessert. Made with frozen bananas, frozen cherries, and Justin’s White Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, this delicious and dairy-free Nutty White Chocolate Cherry “Nice Cream” recipe is bound to become a midweek favorite. Bonus: It’s cheaper (not to mention healthier!) than store-bought ice cream. What is “nice” cream? If…

Baby registries can be a godsend to new parents. With virtually endless options of expensive baby products out there, it can be tough for moms and dads to figure out what they actually need and how to pay for it all — especially once their little bundle of joy arrives. But sometimes, what these new…

Planning on making a pile of spuds for your Thanksgiving feast this year, but dreading scrubbing them all down before you cook? Then we definitely recommend learning how to clean potatoes in your dishwasher. That’s right, you can simply plop a bunch of potatoes into your dishwasher to get all that dirt off. — but there…

After years of avoiding the doctor because of my anxiety, I finally forced myself to get a physical. My doc was not thrilled with how long I’d let my personal medical attention lapse, but very kindly set me on the path to improving my overall wellness. This included meeting with a nutritionist who found my…