Dried fruits are a wonderful part of heritage diets around the world. You’ll find them stirred into pilafs and grain salads, simmering in rich stews, topping oatmeal and porridges, and folded into baked goods for a treat. They are also delicious on their own! Historically, dried fruit was…
When The Food Lovers Healthy Habits Cookbook arrived in our once we started reading it and could not put it down. Written by the editors at Cooking Light magazine, in conjunction with a dietitian we love (aka Janet Helm), the book offers chapter upon chapter of achievable action plans, moving…
When we discuss traditional diets and lifestyles, fresh ingredients and the importance of eating meals together are both at the top of the list. But the act of cooking itself comprises another major component of good habits practiced by healthy populations around the globe. So crucial, in fact,…
The holiday season is a magical time when family and friends travel to celebrate and share meals together, but enjoying holiday cheer doesnt require you to replace your daily salad with a plate of cookies. Avoid the notorious holiday weight gain and the guilt that often comes with it, and,…
Nuts are a staple of Mediterranean cooking. In this region, you’ll find nuts and peanuts pureed into sauces to make them extra-creamy, served on a cheese plate to accompany traditional cheeses, sprinkled over salads and porridges, and tossed with pilafs and pastas. Additionally, nuts and…
This Golden Milk Latte, courtesy of Marisa Moore, is loaded with anti-inflammatory goodness that can help flight an oncoming cold. We all know the dreaded feeling a tickle in the throat, itchy nose, aches, fatigue, the works. Getting sick is never fun, and the winter and early spring are prime…
¡Celebra! National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15th to October 15th and pays tribute to the history, culture, and traditions of Americans with Hispanic ancestry. Here at Oldways, we’re celebrating the month in traditional Oldways fashion: by focusing on…
Here at the Oldways Vegetarian/Vegan Network (OVN) we’re always excited to discover new books that promote plant-based diets and that align with our mission to encourage people to follow traditional diets and explore more ways to put more plants and whole grain foods on their…
This DIY Chocolate Hazelnut Spread, courtesy of Kathy Siegel, is packed with both nutrition and flavor and is a great way to involve kids in the kitchen. We are officially a couple weeks into Spring, the season typically associated with do-it-yourself (DIY) home projects. But did you know that…
We continue our dive into International Mediterranean Diet Month, our annual celebration each May of the delicious foods and wide-ranging health benefits associated with the Mediterranean Diet and its vibrant lifestyle. One of our tips for following a Med Diet is to Eat seafood twice a week,…
October is National Vegetarian Awareness Month, and we are very excited to celebrate here at Oldways. Of course, that doesnt mean you have to become a vegetarian to participate, although you are encouraged to make veggies the center of your plate with a slight reduction in meat consumption. We…
Here at Oldways, we like to focus on the foundation foods of the Mediterranean Diet: fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, healthy fats like olive oil, nuts, seeds, herbs, spices, and seafood. According to the Dietary Guidelines, the average American does not eat the recommended amounts…
