Heart Healthy Pizza by Mark Sutton is a compact, idea-packed cookbook that rewards a little time and curiosity. Organized into clear sections—crusts, sauces, cheese-like toppings, whole-pizza concepts, and useful chapters on plant-based eating, fats and oils, legumes and grains—the book provides a practical framework for creating nutritious, no-added-oil pizzas. Each chapter opens with helpful … Read more

When temperatures climb, the last thing you want is to heat your kitchen with the oven. Fortunately, you don’t have to stop baking with your sourdough starter. These sourdough recipes that won’t heat up your kitchen are ideal for summer: they finish on the stovetop, griddle, air fryer, or grill. This roundup highlights easy summer … Read more

Canning shrimp is an excellent way to preserve your catch and keep highly perishable seafood shelf-stable. Properly canned shrimp stores in the pantry, so you won’t have to worry about freezer failures and can enjoy ready-to-eat seafood straight from the jar. There’s nothing like the satisfying bite of shrimp, but fresh shrimp isn’t always available. … Read more

Masala soda is a chilled, fizzy Indian summer drink made with club soda, fresh lime juice, mint and a homemade spice mix of roasted cumin, black salt and chaat masala. This quick, chatpata cooler combines sweet, tangy, salty and spicy flavors in one sip. It is non‑alcoholic, vegan and gluten‑free, and takes about five minutes … Read more

We’ve written a lot about deodorant for adults—covering the best non-toxic options for sensitive skin, why baking soda can irritate some people, and reviews of specific brands like Native and Dove. This article focuses on younger underarms: the best natural and non-toxic deodorants for kids, tweens, and teens. Table of Contents The Safest & Most … Read more

If you follow the royal family closely, you know they are always in the spotlight and their lives rarely lack drama. Mandatory Credit: Photo by REX/Shutterstock (9685436fh) This week’s major development concerns the Queen’s reported decision to refuse Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s request for greater independence — a move that could shape the couple’s … Read more

Blackstone fried rice is a simple, flavorful dish you can make on a Blackstone griddle, flat top, or hibachi. Ready in under 30 minutes, this chicken fried rice is budget-friendly and feeds a crowd. Swap in shrimp, steak, tofu, or extra vegetables to suit your tastes for an ideal cookout or weeknight meal. This post … Read more

Understanding the ingredients on a store-bought body wash label can feel like reading a chemistry textbook. Many commercial body washes contain ingredients I avoid for my family—sulfates such as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) that produce lather but can be harsh on skin; artificial fragrances and colors that can trigger allergies; drying alcohols; and antibacterial additives … Read more

Do you love a checkered floor because it feels classic, or because it’s one of the design trends everyone is talking about right now? The checkerboard flooring trend is everywhere on social media. After seeing it repeatedly on Instagram you might find yourself saying, “I’m obsessed!” — or defensively, “I wanted it before it was … Read more