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Eating Well Doesn't Have to Be Expensive, Part 1: Rethinking Protein on a Budget

A healthy grocery cart doesn’t need expensive, premium ingredients. Explore five practical ways to stretch protein, add more plant foods, reduce waste, and build flavorful meals that offer more nourishment for your grocery dollar.

This week’s recipes: Baked Chicken with Barley and Roasted Vegetable Pilaf and Cheesy Chicken, Black Bean & Corn Enchiladas.

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Protein After 55: What You Really Need to Know

Protein after 55 doesn’t have to be complicated. Learn how to build simple, balanced meals that support strength, steady energy, and satisfaction—without tracking, restriction, or relying on powders or processed foods.

This week’s recipes: Kale and Tuna Niçoise-Style Salad and Silken Tofu Chocolate Pudding.

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Forget Everything You’ve Heard About Tofu. Start Here.

A practical, myth-busting guide that takes you inside the real story of tofu—its history, varieties, textures, and simple cooking techniques—while clearing up common myths and helping you prepare and enjoy it with confidence, whether you’re new to tofu or already a fan.

This week’s recipes: Air Fryer Buffalo Style Tofu with Ranch Dip and Crispy Tofu Tacos with Avocado Chipotle Lime Sauce.

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Osteoporosis Prevention and Reversal Part One: The Power of Diet

Discover how diet impacts your bones beyond just calcium. Learn about key nutrients, top foods to include, and what to limit—plus how to support lifelong strength, flexibility, and resilience from the inside out.

This week’s recipes: Spicy Salmon Corn Cakes with Lemon-Herb Yogurt Sauce and Chickpea, Lentil, & Broccoli Salad with Orange Tarragon Vinaigrette.

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Lentils: Going Beyond the Soup Bowl

Lentils may be small, but these earthy legumes have nourished ancient civilizations, fed armies, and become a staple in global cuisines. Today, lentils are experiencing a resurgence—as a versatile, deeply flavorful ingredient.

This week’s recipes: Baked Red Lentil and Carrot Vada and Lentil-Walnut Burgers.

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