Fist things first: If you’re unsure your flour is still usable, look at the expiration date. That’s where we come in! Southern-Style Biscuits When was the last time you made biscuits? Courtesy of Gimme Some Oven This low-calorie recipe provides a new twist on Southern-style biscuits. To produce the same flaky deliciousness, we’ve cut out the shortening and used low-fat buttermilk. With this recipe you won’t be able to tell the difference....

Manypeanut butterand jam brands (not to mention thebreaditself! )contain addedsugar, which isn’t great for your waistline. Sure, you want a jam that actually tastes like its fruit flavor. Shutterstock But that doesn’t mean you have to start your day off with a total sugar bomb. Trader Joe’s strawberry preserves have the same nutrition info and a similar flavor profile. But the natural version is free of high fructose corn syrup, making it a slightly better option....

That sodium comes from manufacturers using a variety of salts to cure and preserve the meat. It also helps to add flavor. Why should you buy low-sodium lunch meat? iStock Sodium is an essential nutrient. As anelectrolyte, sodium controls the movement of fluid within the body. This is important in making sure the right amount of fluid is inside and outside of our cells. A problem arises, however, in cases of high sodium consumption....

I take little shots of it throughout the day, letting its healing warmth run through my body. Or hey, make a quick batch for now and a OG slower batch to freeze for later. What are the health benefits of fire cider? Shutterstock Though you’ll find one below, there’s no real “recipe” for the mixture. It’s more a matter of what I have on hand and which flavors I want to lean into....

You’ll find superfoods everywherefromsmoothiestoprotein bars,overnight oatstosupplements. But did you know ‘superfood’ is really just a marketing term? The catch-all term is used to describenutrition-dense foods that are consumed with the intention of sparking specific health benefits. Rachel Linder/Eat This, Not That! But sometimes best superfood powders can be confusing to identify. However, there are some basic rules of thumb when choosing a quality product in this category. When shopping around for the right superfood for you, look beyond the branding and into the company itself....

They are a dry, flat, cracker-like snack made of mostly rye flour. The higher fiber content comes from whole grains, which are usually the main ingredient in a good crispbread. Fiber increases the feeling of satiety and helps with digestion. Rachel Linder/Eat This, Not That! Generally, crispbreads are an awesome snack to have on hand. With that said, being mindful about what you’re putting on this healthy low-carb snack is imperative....

But how do you prioritize what to eat first? Which foodsactuallylast the longest? Important questions to be asking during these times, we know! Shutterstock See, some foods simply spoil at what seems like a rapid speed. Like ever.). Berries Berries are considered highly perishable fruits. Shutterstock After a couple of days,they tend to mold, become discolored and wet. Store them in the refrigerator for maximum freshness where they can stay fresh for up to eight days....

Best Lentil Soup It’s not pretentious. This recipe really is one of thebestlentil soups you’ll ever make. (That is, of course, until you try the others on our round-up.) Courtesy of Wendy’s Polisi Get the recipe fromCOOKIE+Kate. Ginger Sweet Potato Coconut Milk Stew With Lentils & Kale Missing your favorite takeout meal? Whip up this soup in minutes. Courtesy of COOKIE+Kate Get the recipe fromThe First Mess. Quick and Easy Lentil Quesadillas Ever feel unsatisfied after microwaving a killer quesadilla?...

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. Picture cornbut now imagine if it tasted 10 times better than it already does. Shutterstock These mighty kernels are used in soups, stews, drinks, and most notably, taco shells. What is hominy? Perhaps you’ve heard the term “nixtamalization” pertaining to Mexican cuisine, and wondered what it meant....

And in the last decade, there has been a proliferation of plant-based and vegan meatballs, too. This was an important criteria when parsing through the frozen aisle in search of the best meatball. Amy’s Meatless Veggie Meatballs Amy’s Meatless Meatballs are made with organic vegetables and grainsand they’re vegan. Rachel Linder/ Eat This, Not That! (Brownie points for the 100 percent recycled paperboard packaging.) The sodium levels were lower than many of the options we scouted as well....

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. What is tripe, exactly? Shutterstock Tripe is theedible liningof a farm animal’s stomach, typically coming from cows. There are four chambers, and thus four types of tripe. One of the most well-known kinds is calledhoneycomb. There’s also omasum tripe, abomasum tripe, and blanket tripe....

Your diet is often to blame for belly bloat. That goes for both foods that cause bloating as well as dietary habits and underlying medical conditions. When your belly is bloated, you (luckily) haven’t gained weight. Shutterstock Instead, you’ve likely gainedwater weightor are suffering through digestive issues that cause a distended belly. Unlike fat gain, bloated stomachs are oftentimes temporary. (That is, of course, as long as you stop eating the foods that cause bloating....

When you think of nutritious morningsmoothies, Fruity Pebbles and Cocoa Pebbles probably don’t come to mind. We decided to try out this new release and give you our honest review of the powders. For this testing, we created two different smoothie recipes per powder. Wellsley Kesel/ Eat This, Not That! From blendability to taste, we’ve considered all the factors that make these blendable treats great. Keep reading for major smoothie envy....