Dining out while dieting no doubt poses some challenges. You know the drill: Sub those French fries for a side salad! But eating out at restaurants on theWhole30 diet? Shutterstock Is sugar to blame for your mid-afternoon crash-and-burn cycle and late-night snack attacks? Should you be wagging your finger at dairy for disrupting yourgut health? But, in the meantime, you’ll find it tough to dine out. Red Lobster Don’t even think about sidling up to the bar;alcohol is a no-go....

Our pro tip for this recipe? double-check you get high quality thin pizza crusts for a truly outstanding final product. Preheat oven to 400F. Blaine Moats For marinara sauce, in a small saucepan heat 2 tsp. olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 30 seconds. Add tomato paste; cook and stir 30 seconds. Stir in pumpkin, water, Italian seasoning, and salt. Cook 5 minutes to blend flavors, stirring occasionally....

Or does it perpetuate veggie burgers' unfortunate too-chewy rap? It also contains hydrolyzed wheat, soy, and corn proteins as well as caramel color. Eat This, Not That! Shutterstock Verdict: Overall, MorningStar’s offering was too thin to satisfy. This burger was bouncy. So much so, that my fork almost recoiled from it like frightened prey. Shutterstock Consistency-wise, it was as spongy as its predecessors. Taste:Given its mild kick and smokey, cumin-dominant flavor, this burger wasn’t so bad....

But why not kick things up a notch and make your own pumpkin vinaigrette dressing? There’s no shortage ofpumpkin spice productsyou can buy at the grocery store. But the pumpkin dressing is definitely the star of the show. Blaine Moats/Eat This, Not That! Your dinner guests will want to know the secret to the flavorful vinaigrette! Itisfall, after all, and there’s no such thing as too much pumpkin. And there are plenty of ways to use the vegetable that have nothing to do with pumpkin pie....

Could you reach for a few links offrozen packaged sausage? But you should also know how easy sausage is to DIY. These paleobreakfastsausage patties come together quite quickly. Rebecca Firkser / Eat This, Not That! to make it keep these patties in the breakfast sausage-zone, flavoring is key. If these spices aren’t already part of your go-to cooking routine, they will be now. Most breakfast sausage has a bit of sweetness, often in the form of maple syrup or brown sugar....

Is there any more perfect fall food than chili? It’s hearty and filling, and its warmth is like a hug on a cold winter’s day. You’ve probably had chili made with beans and ground meatbut have you tried pumpkin chili? Blaine Moats There are all the flavors and seasonings of traditional chili, along with the sweet flavor of pumpkin. Pumpkin, mole, and spices like oregano and cilantro? As the cold weather sets in, this is one recipe you’ll want to bookmark....

The cause of celiac disease is unknown, and it can develop at any age. The effects can range vastly. Coping with celiac disease requires a lifelong commitment to avoiding gluten in all forms. Shutterstock Wondering how to recognize gluten on a nutrition label? Not sure which grains you’re supposed to stay away from? Looking for some celiac-friendly alternatives to some of your favorite foods? What is celiac disease? What’s the difference between celiac disease and gluten intolerance?...

With the natural flavors from the vanilla and coconut, you won’t even miss the added sugar. In addition to the natural flavors, this fudge features coconut butter and coconut oil. Yes, this fudge is a treat, but the fats will also help you feel full and satisfied. Beth Lipton / Eat This, Not That! The best part of this recipe is that you don’t even have to fire up the oven....

Sure, you know thatkaleandquinoaare both great foods for you. But how can you add them to your diet in a new and exciting way? Enter this kale quinoa salad recipe, which is anything but ordinary. Waterbury Publications, Inc. And thanks to all of the veggies involved, it’s packed with fiber and other nutrients, too. So whip up thiseasy recipeand dig inyou might just have found your new go-to salad. Cover; shake well until fully combined....

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. Whentrick-or-treattime rolls around, it’s not just little ghouls and goblins who tend to overdo it on sweets. Shutterstock In both the short-term and the long-term, the body reacts to excess sugar with some pretty unpleasant effects. Sales of these goodies have steadily risen in the last several years....

It can be tricky to find dessert recipes that fit theketo diet, but it’s not impossible. With ingredients like almond flour and sugar-free chocolate chips, you might still have delicious treats that are keto-compliant. These keto chocolate chip blondies are the perfect keto-friendly dessert; your guests will be begging for seconds. Beth Lipton / Eat This, Not That! Tip you could change up the flavors in these keto blondies to suit your taste....

When the weather starts to get chilly, nothing seems quite as cozy as oatmeal for breakfast. But it doesn’t mean you have to give up entirely. Turns out, there are plenty ofpaleo-approved ingredientsthat, when smashed together, actually resemble oatmeal. Rebecca Firkser / Eat This, Not That! This paleo oatmeal recipe will satisfy oat lovers without derailing the paleo diet. First things first: texture.Oatmeal, even paleo oatmeal, needs to be thick, but not necessarily smooth....

One of the newest additions to the plant-basedfast-foodlineup is the White Castle Impossible Slider. I went out and tried it for myself. Overall, I’ve had mixed experiences with Impossible Burgers. Rebecca Rovenstine / Eat This, Not That! Not all are great, but when done right they are a nice substitute. When I heard White Castle had an Impossible Slider, I had high hopes. I ordered Impossible Sliders with and without cheddar cheese and a regular slider with cheddar cheese....