Over the last 20 years, more than a million cases of bug-borne diseases have been reported to the CDC. And that’s only a fraction of how many people were actually infected. Here’s what to know about three of the most common: Lyme disease, tick bite red meat allergy, and West Nile virus.
Mosquitoes and ticks are more than just annoying pests. They can transmit serious, life-altering diseases. Your best defense? Preventing bites in the first place. Here’s what can help.
To help prevent colorectal cancer, replace meat with beans, avoid additives in ultra-processed foods, pick a good screening test, and know when to get screened
If you can find seedless mini peppers at your supermarket, this simple recipe for Pan-Seared Mini Bell Peppers is effortless to prepare and enjoy. It’s great on its own, added to pita with hummus, or chopped in a tossed salad or on a pizza.
This simple dish is delicious served chilled or at room temperature. Not a mayo fan? Substitute 1 Tbs. plain yogurt plus 1 Tbs. extra-virgin olive oil. Bonus: The topping is also great on green beans or broccoli slaw.
No chili bean paste at your supermarket? Any chili sauce or paste works in this Rainbow Stir-Fry, but if it’s sweet (like Thai chili sauce), skip the brown sugar.
“Soda with benefits.” “Microbiome approved.” “A new kind of soda.” The latest crop of fizzy drinks like Olipop, Poppi, and SunSip are healthier than a sugary Pepsi or Coke. That much is clear. But do these pre- and probiotic sodas “support” your digestive health? Here’s a gut check.
