Most people don’t usually think to roast radishes. It is common to see radishes thinly sliced at salad bars or cut in larger pieces at taco stands. Sometimes you see thinly sliced daikon in pickled slaws, especially in Southeast Asian cuisine. Roasted radishes, though, are beautifully tender, golden brown, paleo- and vegan-friendly, and a perfect low-carb alternative to potatoes. They also tend to have a pungent, peppery flavor in their raw form, and it can be quite assertive to the uninitiated. Roasting them helps to tame that peppery flavory and transform it into a sweeter, caramelized turnip that is juicy and delicious.

You can roast most radishes, and they’ll become tender, sweeter, and slightly nutty after roasting. Classic red glove radishes (the bright red bulbs) are the most common varieties, although daikon is another common, albeit larger, radish. French breakfast radishes have an elongated shape and become slightly sweet when you roast them, either in the oven or the pan. Watermelon radishes are also ideal for roasting, especially when you cut them into wedges. Plus, the color of watermelon radishes is absolutely mesmerizing.

It is imperative how you cut the radishes for this recipe. You want to cut them in small wedges, otherwise they may not roast properly, or some parts may be hard and unpleasant to eat. Besides their delicious flavor, radishes are also full of various nutrients. Studies confirm that some nutrients in radishes may aid digestive health, but most of the research focuses on the antioxidant compounds. For example, some of the compounds work to protect the body from liver, colon, breast, lung, cervical, and lung cancers. Coenzyme Q10 (COQ10) in radishes also blocked the formation of diabetes in animals, but more human research is necessary to claim that it does this in humans.

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It is not uncommon for people to think that yoga is solely about stretching and improving flexibility. Yoga is much more than a restorative exercise, though. In fact, many of the poses prevalent in most asana practices can help you improve full body strength. If you are looking to strengthen your chest, core, arms, legs, or back with yoga, it is not difficult to do. 

The strengthening yoga poses in this article are just the tip of the iceberg. There are many more yoga poses that can help you build strength. The following poses are the perfect jumping off point. 

Boat Pose

This pose fires up the core, hip flexors, and quadriceps, so you will start to feel the burn quickly. To practice the pose:

• Begin in a seated position with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor in front of you. 
• Reach your hands forward to grab your hamstrings just under the backs of your knees. 
• Anchor your sit bones into the floor and elongate your spine. Lean your torso back, engage your core and lift your feet off the floor, drawing your shines parallel to the floor. 
• Squeeze your legs toward each other and slowly release your hands, stretching them out in front of you for balance. Hold for a few deep breaths before returning to the starting position.

Plank Pose

The plank is one of the most practiced yoga poses for increasing strength, particularly core, chest, and shoulder strength. Plank pose requires stability and control in just about every muscle, though, so don’t slack during this pose. To practice:

• Begin on your hands and knees in a tabletop position, stacking your shoulders over your wrists and hips over your knees. 
• Press your palms firmly into the mat before stepping one foot back at a time to rest on the balls of your feet. Establish a long line from the crown of your head through your heels. 
• Squeeze your thighs together and engage your glutes while stabilizing your core. Do not let your stomach sag toward the floor. Hold for a few deep breaths before returning to the starting position.

Revolved Chair Pose

Chair pose is a great way to strengthen the lower body muscle groups. Adding a twist can up the ante by activating your core. To practice the pose:

• Stand up straight with your feet hip-distance apart. Draw your hands to prayer position in the center of your chest. 
• Bend your knees deeply and sink your hips back almost as if to sit in a chair. Keep your spine long as you rotate your whole torso to the right side. You can rest your left elbow on the outside of your right thigh for support. 
• Hold that position for a few breaths before returning to center. Take a few breaths and then repeat on the other side. 

Locust Pose

Learn to correct poor posture and build strength along your posterior chain with locust pose. Tightness between the shoulder blades? Practice this pose! Here’s how:

• Lie flat on your stomach with your arms by your sides. 
• Reach your arms back behind you and interlace your fingers. Roll your shoulders down, drawing your shoulder blades together. 
• Engage your back, core, and glutes to lift your head, chest, and lower legs off the floor. Aim to squeeze your thighs together for support. 
• Hold for a few deep breaths before returning to the starting position. 

Revolved Lunge

Yet another revolved posture that engages the entire body. It aims to strengthen your legs, glutes, and core, all while elongating the hip flexors. To practice:

• Begin on your hands and knees in a tabletop position, stacking your shoulders over your wrists and hips over your knees.
• Step your right foot between your hands, placing the outside of your foot next to your right thumb. You can slide your left knee back slightly if necessary. 
• Keep your left hand rooted to the floor as you rotate your torso to the right and extend your right arm toward the ceiling. 
• Hold for a few deep breaths before switching sides. 

One-Legged Bridge Pose

Bridge pose works to strengthen the glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, and back muscles. The one-legged version is an amplification that makes you focus more on stability. To practice:

• Lie flat on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor hip-distance apart. Keep your arms by your sides. 
• Ground your feet into the floor and engage your glutes to lift your pelvis and hips away from the floor. Press your arms into the mat, drawing your shoulders down toward your heels. 
• Shift your weight to the right as you lift your left foot off the ground and extend it up toward the ceiling. 
• Squeeze your glutes and maintain balance as you take a few deep breaths. 
• Return your left foot to the ground, take a few breaths, and then repeat on the other side. 

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Dumbbell side bends, cardio, sit-ups, and other exercises don’t seem to chip away at those love handles. Does this sound familiar? That doesn’t mean you have to give up; rather, you need to pivot and change up your workout routine, or begin anew. Banish that belly fat and get yourself a lean torso with the six moves in this article. 

What Are Love Handles? 

Caused by fat retention and accumulation around the hips and abdominal area, love handles refer to excess fat that sits at the sides of your waist. They can hang over the top of your pants and are very noticeable when you wear tight clothes. Love handles are especially stubborn when it comes to getting rid of them. This is because they don’t respond as quickly to diet and exercise changes as other parts of the body. If you maintain a consistent regimen, you will reap the results!

The exercises in this article are effective because they are fast-paced and target the rectus and transverse abdominals. In order to burn belly fat, you have to do more than cardio and sit-ups. Exercise physiologists agree that the body has to enter a thermogenic state that leads to an accelerated rate of fat loss. Ideally, you complete the following exercises as a circuit once a week, in addition to other exercises that strengthen and condition the body. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) workouts can also help you lose those love handles. 

Russian Twists

Sit on the floor with legs bent and feet on the ground. Grab a medicine ball or weight (doesn’t have to be heavy) and hold it just above your abs. Lean your upper body back until you reach a 45-degree angle to the floor. If you have stronger abs, you can hover your feet above the floor as well. Rotate your torso to the right, reaching your arms across and behind you with the weight and then immediately switch sides. Continue twisting from side to side, making sure that your legs are stationary throughout. Complete four sets of 15 reps.

Battle Rope Waves

Stand up straight with your feet hip-distance apart at the ends of the battle rope. Bend your knees slightly and engage your core. Grip the ends of the rope in both hands and allow your arms to hang straight down at the center of your torso. Sit back into a half squat and then explode your body upward, driving through your heels to extend your knees and hips as you swing your arms up over your head. Immediately return to the half squat and continue the movement for 30 seconds. Complete a total of four sets.

Sledgehammer Overhead Strikes

If you don’t have a sledgehammer, a weighted club or mace will work just fine. Grab the piece of equipment with your left hand on the bottom and right hand near the hammer, or end. Raise the hammer up and over your right shoulder, bringing it down in a swift motion toward the center of a large tire. This motion is very similar to chopping wood. Alternate sides and continue alternating every swing for a total of 20 reps. Complete a total of three sets.

Forearm Plank

Did you think we’d let you off the hook without a plank? Begin lying face down on the floor with your legs extended behind you, placing your forearms on the floor. Make sure that your elbows are directly under your shoulders and by your sides. Lift your hips off the ground and support your body weight using your forearms and toes. Maintain a neutral spine and tight core for 30 seconds. Complete a total of four sets.

Box Jump

Before you begin, make sure that the box you choose is a comfortable height. You don’t want to injure yourself by missing the box or falling back because the box is too tall. Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart about two feet away from the box. When you’re ready to jump, drop into a lower squat and swing your arms back. Push through your heels, engaging your quads and glutes, and propel yourself onto the box. Carefully step down and continue to jump for 10-12 reps, completing a total of four sets. 

Kettlebell Swings

Stand up straight with your feet slightly wider than hip-distance apart. Grab hold of a kettlebell that is comfortable for you to hold and swing. Stand up so that you’re holding the kettlebell between your legs. Bend your knees slightly and drive your hips back to lower the body (not too low) a little. In a fluid motion, thrust your hips forward while swinging the kettlebell up until your arms are parallel to the ground. Keep your glutes and core engaged throughout the exercise. Complete four sets of 15 reps.

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First thing’s first: these are not pickles, despite their appearance. You can make the argument that they are, but we don’t classify them as such because the cucumbers do not pickle in a liquid. Additionally, you do not heat up the liquid to poor over the sliced cucumbers. Should you want to cut the cucumbers into spears, not rounds, you can do that as well. It’s a matter of preference because the flavor will be just as delicious no matter the shape.

These garlic dill cucumbers bring a refreshing, slightly tangy and herbaceous flavor to any potluck or simple weeknight dinner. Even though it is winter, this recipe will bring your taste buds into summer. It’s a timeless classic and you haven’t even tasted it yet! It balances the tangy, brininess of apple cider vinegar, fresh dill, and savory garlic. It’s also low in calories, low in carbohydrates, and a unique way to enjoy cucumbers. And believe us when we tell you that changing up the flavors of your veggies is paramount when you are trying to keep your taste buds interested while cleansing.

We recommend English cucumbers for this recipe because they have a thinner skin and minimal seeds, compared other cucumber varieties. If you have Persian cucumbers or hot house cucumbers, you can use them as well, but you may want to scoop out the seeds prior to marinating them in the liquid. You can also adjust the sweetness level to your liking, adding more or less maple syrup. Start small and go from there because you can always add more. Finally, you can serve this dish after a quick marinade, or you can marinate the cucumbers for four hours. The choice is yours, but it will be delicious no matter what.

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An acorn squash is an excellent fall/winter squash that deserves a place on your table during colder weather. Similar to butternut squash in both color and flavor, acorn squash pairs beautifully with a touch of cinnamon, maple syrup, or a variety of herbs and spices. To stay consistent with fall and winter flavors, we went the cinnamon and maple route for this recipe. The squash caramelizes and becomes buttery-tender during the roasting process. Trust us when we tell you that this festive side dish does not disappoint.

One of the best things about this recipe, besides the highly addictive flavor, is how effortless and easy it is. All you have to do is slice the acorn squash in half, scoop out the innards, and then slice it into half moons. Just make sure that you do not slice the squash too thick or else it will take longer to cook. If you don’t want to spend time roasting them in the oven, you can consider cooking the squash slices in an air fryer or toaster oven, but you may need to do several batches, depending on the size of the appliance you use. The cooking time will also vary if you use an air fryer, toaster oven, etc.

If easy, wholesome side dishes really rev your engine, then you are going to love this recipe. It is every bit as cozy as it is delicious. In fact, it proves that healthy eating does not have to be a boring venture. Many healthy recipes are quite tasty and far from anything you think of when you imagine what “healthy” tastes like. This embraces sweet and savory flavors, combining them for cozy fall perfection. It is both versatile and crowd pleasing, so much so that your kids may even love it!

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Thanksgiving Day is not the healthiest day of the year, not by a long shot. It is a day of indulgence, a time for loose-fitting clothing that allows the stomach to expand. Just because the Thanksgiving meal is not healthy, that doesn’t mean you can’t establish little tricks to make it slightly healthier. Not only will these tips keep you from entering an uncomfortable food coma, but they will also keep you from becoming one with the couch all night. 

A lot of people usually pack on at least one pound during the holidays. Statistically, that weight tends to stay on the body and accumulates as the years go by. Thanksgiving doesn’t have to sabotage your weight, nor does it have to make you feel like a slob. With a little knowhow, you can build a healthier meal for yourself this year, and for years to come. 

Start With Soup

Now, soup isn’t always at every Thanksgiving table, but you can change that by making a pot. That can be your contribution to the big meal, if you are not already covering other aspects of the meal. When you go to get food, pour yourself a large bowl of soup, which should be made from seasonal vegetables. A simple butternut squash soup, potato and leek soup, or even a broccoli and carrot soup with thyme. By starting the meal with soup, you will slow down while eating and may even reduce the amount of calories you consume throughout the meal. 

Go Crazy With The Veggies

This is a rule that everyone should live by: fill up at least 50% of your plate with non-starchy vegetables. Mashed potatoes and candied yams do not count, as they are loaded with butter, sugar, dairy, and other ingredients. Brussels sprouts, green beans, carrots, roasted bell peppers, or even a green salad count toward that 50%. Dietitians recommend sticking with smaller portions of starchy vegetables, such as potatoes, corn, winter squash, and green peas to reduce caloric intake. 

Scoop Sides Sparingly

The majority of calories actually come from the side dishes, as they contain the most carbohydrates and unhealthy fats. We are talking about Mac n’ cheese, dinner rolls, stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, candied yams, and green bean casserole. If you take a serving of these sides, it should be no larger than half of a baseball. Also, you don’t need a dinner roll. We all know what bread tastes like!

Fill Up On Skinless Turkey Breast

Compared to most other classic Thanksgiving dishes, the turkey itself is relatively low in calories. That is especially true if you stick to skinless white meat, such as the turkey breast. Nutritionists generally recommend three ounces of protein (about the size of a deck of cards), but they say it’s acceptable to eat a little more than that on Thanksgiving. You definitely do not need five times that serving amount on your plate, as that is not an appropriate portion size, which you have to keep in mind if you want to be healthier this year. 

Practice Portion Control With Your Dessert

It is difficult to adhere to correct portion sizes when presented with a giant buffet of delicious foods you only eat once per year. Yes, you should watch your dessert portions, but keep portions in check for the entirety of the meal as well. In regards to dessert, most nine-inch pies are designed to be cut into eight slices. Most people cut six slices, and those portions are way too large. Limit the variety of desserts you eat, if the dessert table is your weakness. Stick to one slice of your favorite dessert and don’t add additional calorically-dense, sugary items like ice cream or whipped cream to your dessert. 

Lastly, you should enjoy the Thanksgiving meal with the people you love. Savor the bites you take and don’t waste your calories on foods that you find “just ok.” Eat foods that you cannot get any other time of year, such as homemade cranberry sauce, specialty sides, and pumpkin pie. Skip the mashed potatoes, chips, and rolls because you can get those any time you want.

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A traditional Thanksgiving dinner isn’t the epitome of health. In fact, it is the antithesis of health, and gorging oneself into a food coma is the ultimate goal. The giant spread usually consists of holiday pies and carb-centric sides that are loaded with sugar and fat. But if you want to lighten up the menu this year, we have some great Thanksgiving side dishes that will do the trick. 

It can be scary to divert from the familiar, but sometimes you need to jump into the deep end. You can search for new twists on green bean and sweet potato dishes, for example, and invite new flavors to the party. Feature seasonal produce items like Brussels sprouts or replace potatoes with celeriac, another seasonal produce item. One of the primary things that we encourage you to do is add more greens and refreshing dishes to your Thanksgiving spread. Not only does this increase your vegetable intake, but it also nourishes the body and makes the digestive system happier.

Ahead, you’ll find seven easy and healthy recipes that will go great with your Thanksgiving feast. Not only are they scrumptious, but they are a lot lighter than the traditional sides that accompany the big meal. They include more vegetables, some of which are seasonal, and aim to help you feel lighter on the day. 

Pomegranate, Avocado, & Citrus Brussels Sprouts Salad

Brussels sprouts make a great canvas for the color and flavor of fresh pomegranate arils, creamy avocado, and citrus dressing.

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Orange Maple-Glazed Brussels Sprouts

Ready in just 30 minutes, these orange maple-glazed Brussels sprouts are the perfect fall-inspired side dish for. It’s like vegetable candy! It will be an absolute treat at your Thanksgiving table.

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Vegan Scalloped Potatoes

Soft, tender, and smothered in a garlicky, creamy sauce, these vegan scalloped potatoes are the perfect sophisticated holiday side dish. These are incredibly creamy, garlicky, and sensationally delicious, especially when made from scratch. Yes, from scratch!

Click here to make the recipe. 

Rainbow Roasted Carrots

Are you ready to taste the rainbow? Far from Skittles, these herbaceous, roasted rainbow carrots are the perfect Thanksgiving side.

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Herb Roasted Acorn Squash

We don’t want to sound overconfident, but this is a near perfect recipe. Roasted to perfection, you just can’t get enough of this squash.

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Mashed Rutabaga With Chives

Could this side dish be the new favorite menu item at your holiday feast? Mashed rutabaga is a peppery, fluffy, and low-carb treat!

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Roasted Peaches

Get ready for one of the best vegan treats you can have during summer. Roasted peaches celebrate the fruit in its natural state!

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When you think of chocolate spread, you probably think of Nutella. It’s a classic spread that not only contains hazelnuts, but also milk, soy, vegetable fats, flavorings, and sugar…lots of sugar. A one-tablespoon serving of Nutella has the following stats:

• Calories: 80 calories
• Fats: 4.6 grams (g)
• Carbohydrates: 8.6 g
• Sugar: 8.4 g
• Protein: 0.9 g

If it is truly a hazelnut spread, why is sugar the first ingredient? That is never a good sign for your health. Fortunately, this recipe is the perfect dip, spread, or breakfast topping. You can even eat it by the spoonful! Just be mindful of how much you eat. because cashews also contain a lot of calories. It does taste good on just about anything and satisfies your chocolate cravings in a healthier way than Nutella does.

Besides the ingredients, the other primary difference between this recipe and a store bought chocolate spread is that is not shelf-stable. This recipe only lasts for about a week, but you have to store it properly in order for this to happen. You will need raw cashews, raw cacao powder, agave nectar, vanilla extract, coconut oil, and sea salt. It’s possible that the chocolate cashew butter will separate slightly, due to the fact that it contains agave nectar and coconut oil. Just give it a good mix every time you eat it and you’ll be fine!

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Although these a wellness shot is tiny, it packs a mighty punch. You are probably used to seeing ginger turmeric wellness shots, especially in health food stores, such as Whole Foods. Those are amazing anti-inflammatory and immune-supporting little shots, but they can be a little spicy, especially for the uninitiated. While ginger and turmeric receive a lot of attention regarding immune health, elderberry deserves equal, if not more, attention.

There are elderberry gummies, elderberry syrup, and even elderberry kombucha. Why can’t there be elderberry wellness shots? Thing of this recipe as a concentrated version of all of those recipes. You can use fresh or dried elderberries for this recipes, but you have to cook them first because they contain cyanogenic glycosides. Although they are not poisonous, they can be toxic and cause digestive discomfort, especially in people with sensitive digestive systems. The safest way to consume elderberries is to make sure that they are cooked first.

Although these shots have a vibrant purple hue because of the elderberry, the taste does not come from elderberries. In fact, elderberry doesn’t really have much of a flavor, which is why elderberry syrups and such are flavored by other ingredients, such as lemon, cinnamon, and ginger. Lemon provides vitamin C, which helps control inflammation and increase nutrient absorption. Finally, these shots contain echinacea, which, like elderberries, may help reduce the length and severity of viral illness, especially when it comes to bacterial infections. So although these wellness shots won’t cure an illness, they may help enhance immunity and improve recovery time.

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After you eat this recipe, you will most likely call all of your friends and say, “You simply have to try this recipe.” Better yet, perhaps you will save it in your recipe bank and make it for Thanksgiving, or another potluck party during the holidays. Not only does it deliver impressive flavor, but it also provides lots of vitamins and minerals. The Brussels sprouts, which typically get a bad rap, come out to be just soft enough with a sticky-sweet exterior glaze. And it all comes together in just about 30 minutes!

Maple syrup is a common ingredient used in many fall-inspired recipes. It lends itself to those savory, aromatic spices in a variety of sweet and savory recipes. The slightly bitter flavor of Brussels sprouts needs the subtle sweetness that maple syrup provides. The fresh orange juice and orange zest also add a sweet citrusy flavor. If you didn’t look at what you were eating, you wouldn’t even know that you were eating Brussels sprouts. By the way, the fresh orange zest is a non-negotiable. Just do yourself a favor and use it!

One thing to note about Brussels sprouts is that you’ll want to give them a good rinse, scrubbing any dirt or grime off them. You may even want to peel one or two of the outer leaves to ensure cleanliness. Slice the Brussels in half to ensure even cooking, or quarter them if your sprouts are larger. The key to getting a classic, caramelized glaze on one side, though, is to place the sprouts cut-side down on the baking sheet.

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