Mug of pomegranate fizz with lime slice

Re-hydrate with Easy, Lower-Sugar, Classic Summer Drinks

Here are some of our family favorites that will quench your thirst.  An added bonus: they are easy to make, and they have a lot less sugar than store-bought choices.

pomegranite arials and chopped apples add color and antioxidents

Protein and Produce after 2 p.m. : the MIND Diet and Easy Dinner Menus

It is possible to be happy eating only protein and produce after 2 p.m. It just takes some planning.

A bowl of vibrant, green, sugar snap peas is tasty.

Stringy Peas? How to Cook Sugar Snap Peas Like a Pro

Are you wondering why sugar snap peas are labeled “stringless,” when it seems like all you get is strings after cooking them?

It’s not the peas. It’s you. (Sorry!)

chia seed pudding bowl with berries and violets scattered on top

Grow Your Own Edible Flowers for Health and Beauty

Edible flowers are not just for decoration, and not made of pure sugar.  These are the real deal.

toasted pecans and dried cranberries top cream cheese beef dip

Cranberry Pecan Beef Dip: The Beefy Appetizer You’ll Love

Sometimes, you want a more substantial appetizer or snack food to offer with cocktails.