Is Constipation Linked to Back Pain?

Constipation and Back Pain: What’s the Link? Back pain is typically caused by musculoskeletal issues, but constipation can also contribute to back pain, says gastroenterologist Sameer Berry, MD, a clinical assistant professor of medicine at the NYU Grossman School of Medicine in New York City and the chief medical officer of Oshi Health, which provides multidisciplinary … Read more

Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs

These Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs roast up juicy and golden with butternut squash, Brussels sprouts, and red onion all on the same pan. I love sheet pan meals because they’re super easy to throw together, budget-friendly, and great for feeding the family or stocking the fridge with leftovers for the week. This one is packed … Read more

Muddled Mint & Fresh Syrup

A strawberry rhubarb mint mojito made with homemade simple syrup, muddled mint, fresh lime juice, white rum, and club soda. Deep pink and tart. The color alone is worth making these. A deep pinkish red from the strawberry rhubarb simple syrup, muddled mint floating at the top, bubbles from the club soda rising through … Read more

Weekly Meal Plan: September 13, 2026

Use my weekly meal plans to take the stress out of dinnertime! These premade meal plans and grocery shopping lists are the best way to save time and money while feeding your family healthy and nutritious meals. With a daily main course and mix and match sides, dinner just got a whole lot easier! This … Read more

Quinoa Salad with Fresh Garden Veggies

This colorful Quinoa Salad with Fresh Garden Veggies is filled with sweet corn, tender zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil. Everything is tossed in a simple lemon dressing for a light, fresh side dish that is perfect for summer dinners, picnics, barbecues, and meal prep. A Fresh and Easy Summer Quinoa Salad When gardens … Read more

Spanish Garbanzo Stew (Instant Pot)

Google Add Us as a Google Trusted Source This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. Cozy up with this Spanish Garbanzo Stew! Made in the Instant Pot with dried chickpeas, smoky chorizo, ham, and potatoes, this hearty one-pot meal is packed with protein and has 17 grams of fiber per … Read more

Pilot Safety Trial Tests Red Light Brain Device In Concussed Athletes

Study decoded · health · Emerging PILOT TRIAL: BRAIN LIGHT DEVICE TESTED FOR SAFETY IN 50 CONCUSSED ATHLETES Concussion Pilot Study50 AthletesNo Sham GroupMild Side EffectsFrontiers Neurology A pilot trial published September 22, 2026 in Frontiers in Neurology tested a brain photobiomodulation device, red light therapy combined with a magnetic field, in 50 athletes with … Read more

Cheesy Broccoli Chicken Soup

This cheesy broccoli chicken soup has all the delightful flavors of classic broccoli cheese soup with the addition of extra veggies and tender chicken. It is ultra-creamy and super easy to make start-to-finish in one pot. It is a perfect soup for busy weeknights, and the leftovers reheat very well. Put this one on the … Read more

30 Healthy Back to School Dinners

These 30 Healthy Back to School Dinners are built for packed weeknights, with quick sheet pan meals, family-friendly pasta, customizable bowls, and hands-off slow cooker favorites! Each recipe keeps dinner practical with simple prep, balanced ingredients, and plenty of flavor. Table of Contents Back-to-school season is when I stop winging dinner quite so much and … Read more