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I'm a Dietitian Who Just Started Living Alone—Here's What I've Learned About Cooking for One

I'm a Dietitian Who Just Started Living Alone—Here's What I've Learned About Cooking for One

These are the ways I've kept it simple, affordable and healthy, plus some of my favorite go-to dinners right now.

I Never Go To Costco, But I Make an Exception for This Item

I Never Go To Costco, But I Make an Exception for This Item

There's one part of the store that makes me justify the crowds and the trip.

I'm a Dietitian & Swear By These No-Cook Meals for When It's Too Hot to Cook

I'm a Dietitian & Swear By These No-Cook Meals for When It's Too Hot to Cook

In the heat of summer, these recipes help me stay fueled and far away from my stove.

6 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting the Mediterranean Diet

6 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting the Mediterranean Diet

Learn from my experience following one of the healthiest eating patterns.

I'm a Dietitian and This Is My Go-to Dessert

I'm a Dietitian and This Is My Go-to Dessert

This dessert is quick, easy and can serve as many or as few people as you need.

The Only Kitchen Supplies You Really Need for Your First Apartment

The Only Kitchen Supplies You Really Need for Your First Apartment

These 16 essential tools are the only ones you need to get started in your new place.

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I'm a Dietitian & These Are My Favorite Time-Saving Instant Pot Dinners

I'm a Dietitian & These Are My Favorite Time-Saving Instant Pot Dinners

If you're short on time or money (or both), these recipes are for you.

Lose weight and save youself money in the process with this budget-friendly vegan meal plan.

Vegan Weight-Loss Meal Plan on a Budget

Lose weight—and save yourself money in the process—with this budget-friendly vegan meal plan.

The Best Item at Aldi Is Just 99 Cents (and It Isn't Edible)

The Best Item at Aldi Is Just 99 Cents (and It Isn't Edible)

7-Day Budget Meal Plan & Shopping List

7-Day Budget Meal Plan & Shopping List

I'm a Dietitian Who Lives Alone & These Are The Kitchen Mistakes I've Learned to Avoid

I'm a Dietitian Who Lives Alone & These Are The 5 Kitchen Mistakes I've Learned to Avoid

I saved so much money that my membership paid for itself in six weeks.

The 8 Healthy Things That Make My Costco Membership Actually Worth It

5 Mistakes You're Making When Buying Beer, According to an Expert

Plus how to store, properly taste and more.

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15 Cheap Healthy Dinner Ideas You Can Make in 15 Minutes

15 Cheap Healthy Dinner Ideas You Can Make in 15 Minutes

A Cheap, Healthy Meal Plan to Feed My Family for $100 for the Week

A Cheap, Healthy Meal Plan to Feed My Family for $100 for the Week

15 Foods You Don't Need to Buy Organic

15 Foods You Don't Need to Buy Organic

Fresh vs. Frozen Vegetables

Fresh vs. Frozen Vegetables

30-Day Mediterranean Budget Meal Plan

30-Day Mediterranean Budget Meal Plan

59 Cheap Healthy Lunch Ideas for Work

59 Cheap Healthy Lunch Ideas for Work

I'm a Dietitian & These Are the Frozen Foods I Always Buy

I'm a Dietitian & These Are the Frozen Foods I Always Buy

This Popcorn Hack Will Save You Money While Making a Delicious Zero-Waste Snack

This Popcorn Hack Will Save You Money While Making a Delicious Zero-Waste Snack

Meat Lovers: The #1 Way to Save Money & Eat Healthier

Meat Lovers: The #1 Way to Save Money & Eat Healthier

How to Meal-Prep a Week of Healthy Lunches for Less Than $20

How to Meal-Prep a Week of Healthy Lunches for Less Than $20

6 Soups You Should Be Making, Not Buying

6 Soups You Should Be Making, Not Buying

Memorize these tricks to end up with tender, great tasting meat every time.

The Secret to Making Cheap Meat Tender and Tasty

7-Day Meal Plan: Easy Cheap $3 Dinners

7-Day Meal Plan: Easy Cheap $3 Dinners

30-Day Money-Saving Challenge

30-Day Money-Saving Challenge

The Best Healthy Canned Foods, According to a Dietitian

The Best Healthy Canned Foods, According to a Dietitian

5 Dinners on a Shoestring Budget

5 Dinners on a Shoestring Budget

Some of the most delicious and good-for-you foods are the cheapest.

How to Lose Weight on a Budget

How to Freeze Soup So It Tastes as Delicious as the Day It Was Made

How to Freeze Soup So It Tastes as Delicious as the Day It Was Made

A Week of 5-Ingredient Dinners for Less Than $50

A Week of 5-Ingredient Dinners for Less Than $50

27 Cheap, Filling Vegetarian Recipes

27 Cheap, Filling Vegetarian Recipes

20 Cheap Healthy Dinner Ideas You Can Make in 20 Minutes

20 Cheap Healthy Dinner Ideas You Can Make in 20 Minutes

An Ode to Lentils—The Broke Cook’s Best Friend

An Ode to Lentils—The Broke Cook’s Best Friend

10 Cheap & Healthy Foods to Buy, According to a Dietitian

10 Cheap & Healthy Foods to Buy, According to a Dietitian

7-Day Meal Plan: Our Best Budget Dinners to Save You $130 This Week

7-Day Meal Plan: Our Best Budget Dinners to Save You $130 This Week

10 Ways to Save Money Shopping for One—And Still Eat Healthy

10 Ways to Save Money Shopping for One—And Still Eat Healthy

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