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I Walk 5+ Miles a Day in These Extremely Comfortable and Supportive Asics Sneakers, and I Don’t Feel Any Foot Pain

They’re expensive but they’re worth it.

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You Just Got Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis—Here Are 5 Things Experts Say to Do First

These steps can help you take control of your ulcerative colitis diagnosis.

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Ariana Grande's Go-To Dinner Is So Simple

We *can* be friends with this twist on classic comfort food.

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Jennifer Garner's Mom Just Shared a Favorite 5-Ingredient Vintage Cookbook Recipe

This neighborhood recipe couldn't be easier.

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Costco's Icon Juice Glasses Are an Adorable Anthropologie Dupe

And the price is pretty appealing, too.

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Our 15 Best Brussels Sprouts Recipes for the Perfect Dinner Side Dish

Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis — Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis

You won’t be able to keep your hands off of these Brussels sprouts! From crispy and roasted to tangy and glazed, the slightly earthy cruciferous vegetable becomes delicious, savory side dishes with these highly-viewed recipes. Try our Honey-Chile Glazed Baked Brussels Sprouts and Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic & Parmesan for a side that never fails to impress.

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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Onions

Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser — Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser

Fresh herbs, onion and sautéed bacon flavor this easy Brussels sprouts recipe. This savory dish is delicious in the fall and winter months when Brussels sprouts are in season.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Potatoes

Victor Protasio

Roasted Brussels sprouts and potatoes make a great quick and easy side dish for dinner, or you can turn it into a breakfast hash served with an egg on top.

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Honey-Chile Glazed Baked Brussels Sprouts

We jump-start this baked Brussels sprouts recipe by preheating the baking sheet for quick roasting.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Goat Cheese & Pomegranate

This gorgeous warm salad with nutty roasted Brussels sprouts, sweet-tart pomegranate seeds and creamy goat cheese is perfect for any winter meal—from a weeknight dinner to Christmas dinner or any other holiday celebration.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Sweet Potatoes

Roasted Potatoes & Brussels Sprouts

It's easy to get creative with these roasted Brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes. For a quick side dish that complements just about everything, follow the main recipe. If you want to liven things up a little, try one of the variations. Swapping out a few spices and adding fresh stir-ins transforms the flavor of the dish.

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Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic & Parmesan

Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis — Photography / Brie Passano, Styling / Sammy Mila / Holly Raibikis

Topped with Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar, these flavorful Brussels sprouts will be the star on any table. Smashing the sprouts creates a wide surface area that gets mouthwateringly crispy in the oven.

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Parmesan-Crusted Brussels Sprouts

Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley — Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley

Parmesan cheese gives Brussels sprouts a savory, crispy crust in this easy side dish that pairs with anything from pan-seared steak to roasted chicken. We recommended freshly grated Parmesan cheese over Parmesan that comes pre-shredded; it's more flavorful and gives the sprouts a nice golden crust. (Like this technique? Try our Parmesan & Herb Crusted Potatoes and Parmesan & Herb Crusted Zucchini.)

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Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Panko

Ali Redmond — Ali Redmond

These roasted Brussels sprouts are finished with a crispy panko topping, and are the perfect veggie side dish for any weeknight meal. Serve alongside roasted chicken, fish or pork.

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Simple Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts have surged in popularity recently and it's easy to understand why. They're high in nutrients while low in calories and can be prepared quickly in a variety of ways--baked, steamed, and even eaten raw! This simple side dish recipe serves up roasted sprouts seasoned with just a touch of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

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Parmesan-Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Parmesan-Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

These roasted Brussels sprouts are about to be your new favorite side dish. In addition to getting brown and crispy in the oven, they're topped with Parmesan cheese and balsamic vinegar for a hit of salty, savory flavor. This makes a great vegetable side to serve with roasted meats.

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Air-Fryer Brussels Sprouts

These super-crispy and browned air-fryer Brussels sprouts with sweet onions and salty bacon--all amped up with bright lemon juice--are sure to be a hit, whether you serve them for a weeknight side dish or as part of your holiday spread for Thanksgiving. This recipe makes enough to serve eight but is easily halved, though once you taste it you may well want a double serving. And if you prefer a vegetarian side, simply omit the bacon.

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Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts

Jacob Fox — Jacob Fox

Brussels sprouts get crispy and flavorful in the oven when they're smashed and seasoned with Parmesan cheese and everything bagel seasoning.

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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts

Will Dickey — Will Dickey

Fresh and tender sautéed Brussels sprouts have crispy leaves and a tender-crisp center. The sweetness from the caramelized shallots provides a great balancing flavor. Enjoy them with lemon, or try one of the variations below to better match your main dish.

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Cheesy Baked Brussels Sprouts

Fred Hardy — Fred Hardy

This creamy, cheesy baked Brussels sprout gratin will convince even the pickiest of eaters to gobble down their veggies. Gruyère cheese adds richness and flavor, while the panko adds a little crunch on top.

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Smoky Aioli

The delicious dipping sauce makes this easy Brussels sprouts recipe an irresistible appetizer or side dish. If you want to double the recipe, use two large rimmed baking sheets and swap their spots in the oven halfway through cooking.

Read more: Our 15 Best Brussels Sprouts Recipes for the Perfect Dinner Side Dish

5 Best Deadlift Alternatives for Strength, Muscle Growth & Lower Back Pain Relief

Most of us have had our good days and bad days when it comes to deadlift day. You step up to the bar, lock in your deadlift setup, and attempt to just let it rip from the floor. But something doesn’t feel right. Your grip loosens, and your lower back screams, “No, thank you.” You […]

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Tonio Burton’s Cable Fly Technique for Boosting Lower Pec Growth

Tonio Burton rounded out 2025 with a big win at the Mexico Pro and is hoping to make a big impact in 2026. So, to chisel his chest, “The Predator” has shared that he’s a big fan of high to low cable flys. Here’s why you should try them, too. The four-time Mr Olympia finalist […]

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Larry Wheels Slaps Live Streamer ‘Deen the Great’; Tiki Ghosn Follows With Elbow in Viral Clash

Live streamer “Deen The Great” has had quite a week after being slapped by powerlifter-turned-bodybuilder Larry Wheels, and then elbowed by retired UFC star Tiki Ghosn. What Happened Between Larry Wheels and Deen The Great? On Tuesday, Feb 17, 2026, footage emerge of Larry Wheels slapping Nurideen Shabazz, a young boxer with a pro record […]

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Why Crashing on the Couch Won’t Give You the Rest You Need

Your couch can wait—your sleep can’t.

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29 Low-Calorie Lunches for the Mediterranean Diet

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Holstein, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.

Satisfy your midday hunger with these delicious lunch recipes. These dishes are lower in calories to help you meet your nutritional goals while staying nourished. Centered around produce, legumes, lean proteins and whole grains, these meals fit seamlessly into the Mediterranean diet, one of the healthiest eating patterns around. Recipes like our Veggie Wraps and our Broccoli Melts are nutritious options you’ll want to add to your menu.

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Savory Oatmeal

Abbey Littlejohn

Savory oats are an underrated way to enjoy the whole grain—the toppings are endless! Cooking oats in soy milk is an easy way to add protein to this hearty grain bowl. Here, we top the oats with a bright roasted red pepper-olive mixture and a poached egg for richness.

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Chicken & Sweet Potato Wrap

Photographer: Abbey Littlejohn.

These hearty wraps are filled with roasted sweet potatoes, chicken and mashed avocado. Using a rotisserie chicken saves time, but any leftover cooked chicken will work well.

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Veggie Fried Rice

Photographer: Abbey Littlejohn.

This easy fried rice is packed with quick-cooking veggies, including zucchini, carrots and green beans. Leftover cooked brown rice can be used here if you have it—you’ll need 2 cups.

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Chopped Broccoli & Chickpea Salad

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Ruth Skipworth.

This hearty broccoli-chickpea salad is packed with a satisfying texture and flavor from tender chickpeas, crunchy almonds, sweet golden raisins and tangy feta cheese. A mash of feta forms the base of the creamy, lemony dressing, coating every bite.

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Marry Me White Bean Soup with Kale

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.

This creamy, flavor-packed white bean and kale soup, inspired by Marry Me Chicken, comes together quickly for a cozy weekday lunch. Sun-dried tomatoes plus the oil from the jar infuse the base with rich, savory depth, while fresh basil and Parmesan cheese add a bright and satisfying finish.

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Chickpea Caesar Salad

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Holstein, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.

This Caesar salad swaps traditional croutons for crispy roasted chickpeas. A creamy yogurt-based dressing adds a tangy twist to the classic flavor. Make the dressing and chickpeas in advance for a quick and delicious dinner.

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Garlic-Miso Chicken Soup

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser.

This chicken-miso soup is a nourishing bowl that’s fresh and comforting. Sweet carrots, tender chicken and plenty of spinach simmer in a light broth, then get a savory boost from umami-rich white miso stirred in at the end. Ready in under an hour, it’s the kind of recipe that feels good on a chilly evening or anytime you’re craving something warm and satisfying.

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Chickpea-Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Keoshia McGhee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall.

These lettuce wraps give classic tuna salad a fresh, flavorful upgrade. Mashed chickpeas add creamy texture and extra protein, while strained (Greek-style) yogurt gives the salad a light, creamy base. Everything bagel seasoning ties it all together with savory crunch.

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Kale & Sweet Potato Salad with Chicken

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser.

Roasted sweet potatoes, massaged kale and a creamy tahini dressing set the stage for a mix of feta, golden raisins and crunchy almonds.

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Chickpea Noodle Soup

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Chelesa Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower.

This cozy noodle soup is the kind of simple meal that’s worth keeping in your weeknight rotation. It starts with an aromatic base of carrots, celery and onion simmered in vegetable broth and gets heartiness (plus fiber) from the chickpeas and whole-wheat rotini.

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Pesto Pasta with Peas & Tomatoes

Ali Redmond

Pasta is cooked alongside frozen sweet peas, then tossed with juicy cherry tomatoes and basil pesto for a fresh, herbaceous finish. A sprinkle of Parmesan and a squeeze of lemon add the perfect final touch.

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Chicken Fajita Quinoa Bowl

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall.

These quinoa bowls feature chicken thighs, bell peppers and onions coated in a bold spice blend. Fluffy quinoa, brightened with cilantro and lime, forms a hearty base and a creamy, and a spiced yogurt sauce brings everything together.

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Lemon-Turmeric Cabbage & White Bean Soup

Photographer: Ali Redmond.

This cozy soup combines tender cabbage and creamy cannellini beans with aromatic spices, plus a splash of lemon juice to brighten every spoonful. It’s light yet satisfying and easy enough for a weeknight dinner.

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High-Fiber Chopped Salad with Italian Vinaigrette

Chopped salad in a white bowl featuring lettuce tomatoes chickpeas and a vinaigrette set on a lightcolored surface with a cloth napkin

This chopped salad is a crisp, colorful mix of veggies. It’s tossed with a zesty homemade vinaigrette while chickpeas bring on the plant-based protein and fiber. Everything is chopped small for the perfect forkful every time.

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Black Bean & Pepper Jack Quiche

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless.

This quiche is perfect for an easy breakfast or brunch that can be prepared ahead of time and reheated in the microwave. The creamy egg filling is packed with fiber-rich black beans, sweet peppers and spicy pepper Jack cheese for a flavorful kick.

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High-Protein Cucumber Sandwich

Photographer: Brittney Cottrell, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.

This high-protein cucumber sandwich features a creamy spread made by whipping cottage cheese with white miso, soy sauce and rice vinegar. This mixture delivers a creamy boost of protein that pairs perfectly with sliced cucumbers, which add a crisp, fresh bite.

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Lemony Orzo & Tuna Salad with Broccoli

Leigh Beisch

This pasta-salad and tuna-salad mashup gets a boost of color and texture from broccoli. Plenty of Kalamata olives add a briny bite, which pairs perfectly with the lemony dressing.

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Cauliflower Spanakopita Melt

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower

Here we blend the flavors of the Greek spinach pie, spanakopita, into the hand-held comfort and convenience of a grilled cheese sandwich. Chopped roasted cauliflower brings a healthy, veggie-packed twist.

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Marry Me White Bean Salad

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.

This salad is a bright, flavor-packed dish that’s hard not to fall for. Pulling inspiration from Marry Me Chicken, the tender white beans are tossed with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil and a creamy dressing that soaks into every bite. It’s quick to throw together and perfect for meal prep, picnics or pairing with grilled meats.

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Veggie Wraps

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek

These wraps are packed with veggies, including zucchini, bell pepper and spinach. The vegetables cook quickly in a skillet, so you can pull together this easy lunch in no time. Hummus adds plant-based protein and keeps the wrap from getting dry.

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Broccoli Melts

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

These broccoli-cheese melts combine crisp-tender broccoli with a layer of melted cheese inside two crispy pieces of bread for a sandwich that’s rich and creamy. These 20-minute cheese melts are the ultimate comfort food—satisfying and packed with that cheesy goodness everyone loves.

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Salmon-Stuffed Avocados

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell

Canned salmon is a valuable pantry staple and a practical way to include heart-healthy, omega-3-rich fish in your diet. Here, we combine it with avocados in an easy no-cook meal.

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Cucumber & Tomato Sandwich

Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf

This herby cucumber and tomato sandwich is crisp and refreshing. Chives add a delicate onion flavor to the cream cheese, but dill or basil can be used in their place.

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High-Protein Tuna & Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

This zesty tuna sandwich gets an extra boost of protein from chickpeas. Smashing some of the chickpeas into the tuna enhances the texture and helps hold the filling together. The combo of garlic and Sriracha adds a delightful kick, but feel free to opt for an alternative hot sauce of your preference or skip it altogether for a milder flavor.

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Avocado Toast with Burrata

avocado toast

Burrata (cream-filled fresh mozzarella cheese) takes this avocado toast recipe to the next level for a weekday-friendly breakfast.

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Quinoa Chickpea Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Dressing

This hearty vegan salad is loaded with plant-based power ingredients: chickpeas, quinoa and hummus. We love the crunch of the sunflower seeds and the unexpected flavor of roasted peppers.

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Salmon Caesar Salad

This easy Caesar salad subs creamy Greek yogurt and buttermilk for the traditional egg yolks and olive oil and mixes in mildly bitter radicchio in addition to classic romaine. Using just a small amount of flavorful Parmigiano-Reggiano shaves calories and sodium too.

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Vegetarian Chopped Power Salad with Creamy Cilantro Dressing

Brie Passano — Brie Passano

This healthy vegetarian salad recipe features chickpeas and quinoa for a boost of protein. Cilantro adds color and flavor when blended to make a creamy dressing. Serve this cold salad for lunch or dinner.

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White Bean & Veggie Salad

Ali Redmond

This meatless main-dish salad combines creamy, satisfying white beans and avocado. Try mixing it up with different seasonal vegetables.

Read more: 29 Low-Calorie Lunches for the Mediterranean Diet

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