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This Southwestern chicken bowl is the kind of meal that proves healthy eating does not have to be complicated. Fluffy quinoa serves as the base for a vibrant combination of roasted chicken, hearty black beans, crisp leafy greens, and creamy avocado, all topped with a fresh and zesty salsa that ties everything together. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, this bowl ...

With the addition of kale to these potato cakes, you not only get more nutrients, but the green hue also lends a St. Patrick’s Day spirit. Of course, these tasty cakes make any dinner better. They have appealing crispy edges and the tangy dip adds a bit of protein, for a filling snack or side dish.

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If you’re taking a GLP-1 medication, weight loss isn’t the only change happening in your body, your bones can be affected too. That’s not meant to scare you away from your progress. It’s here to help you understand what’s going on, so you can protect your bones and muscles along the way.

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Skip the canned cranberry sauce this year — the lumpy, gelatinous, overly sweet kind that comes sliding out in the shape of the can. Fresh cranberries deserve better. This relish is bright, tart, and a little sweet, with toasted mustard seeds and walnuts adding texture and warmth, and plumped golden raisins rounding out the tang. It comes together quickly and can be made ahea...

Soft and chewy, with a burst of pumpkin flavor, these are not your grandmother’s oatmeal cookies. Canned pumpkin stands in for the butter normally used in oatmeal cookies. Be sure to blot the pumpkin dry briefly with paper towels to remove excess moisture — otherwise, the cookies may be too moist. Feel free to add a handful of heart-healthy walnuts to the batter if you’re so...