Food

Confused about the role of sugar in your running diet? Here’s how to use the sweet stuff to your advantage.

This vegan, gluten-free soup recipe from two-time New York Times best-selling author Elyse Kopecky is soothing, nourishing, and absolutely delicious.

Spoiler alert! Those incessant emails offering the secret sauce or supplement for 100% strength immunity are 100% false. Time to rely upon science-based, expert-approved foods and supplements that actually work to support your immune system.

If your idea of veggie burgers is a dry, bland patty, we’ve got the recipe you need.

Pantry staples are key when it comes to putting together a last-minute meal.

This easy-to-make recipe features one unique ingredient.

This might just be the fastest instant chicken noodle soup recipe we've come across so far.

This fun twist on a classic dish comes with a big-time nutritional punch.

Lasagna goes green with these colorful, delicious Spinach Lasagna Rolls.

Give your entrée a sidekick, then watch it shine.

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Need oatmeal-to-go? This overnight golden milk oat jar will help get you out the door in a flash.

For being a nutritional basic, there sure is a lot of variety! Here’s a quick breakdown of all your oat-based options.

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Fall is in the air and the racing season is peaking. Don't let your nutrition slide as the temperatures dip. We have your easy weeknight dinner recipes.

Each smoothie recipe has only four to six ingredients. Just throw them all in the blender and in five minutes you'll have a snack (or meal!).

Grilling is an easy weeknight dinner strategy and a perfect way for runners to load up on lean meats and delicious veggies.

If you're planning on running a race during your next vacation, prepare ahead of time to balance food indulgences with good fueling.

Making these stir-fry recipes for dinner is an easy way to whip up nutritious meals without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.

No not those kinds of shots. We’re talking potent, non-alcoholic, 2-oz. drinks that improve digestion, boost immunity and increase your energy—all in one gulp.

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The body can convert the beta-carotene found in this recipe into vitamin A, which has been shown to boost eye, bone and immune health.

This Brussels Sprout Egg Hash recipe is chock-full of vitamins C and K.

Just because sweater weather is here doesn't mean your fruit and vegetable choices have to be relegated to lackluster imports.

The inside scoop on the “functional” mushrooms popping up everywhere from drinks to energy bars and supplements.

A registered dietitian breaks down the science behind why our bodies crave comfort food in the wintertime.

Hungry for a healthy meal but low on time? That's okay—all you need is 15 minutes to tackle this omega-3-rich meal.

Think of beets as your runner rocket fuel.

Add some turkey, chipotle chili pepper and refried beans to your sweet potato toast and voila—you've made a tasty meal full of protein.

Societal pressures often make women feel guilty for consuming the amounts of food that their bodies need to maintain active, healthy lifestyles.

This soup from the Vegan Christmas cookbook is sure to be a holiday party hit, as “the vanilla works so well with the earthy creaminess of the parsnip.”

Move over, peppermint mochas—these holiday treats pack a much healthier punch.

This fan-favorite pork tenderloin dinner recipe is infused with a hefty amount of fruity—and healthy!—cherry sauce.

This tasty bean soup is just what you’ve been craving as the late fall temperatures begin to drop.

Who says pizza can’t be healthy?

These healthy pumpkin snacks can help you score the pumpkin fix you’ve been looking for this fall.

Ready for fall cooking? Try this seasonal favorite, featured in the 2018 cookbook Simply Vibrant by Anya Kassoff.

Autumn is officially here, bringing with it sweater weather, crackling fires and all things pumpkin. Embrace the season with these healthier-for-you snacks and treats.

Healthy falafel? Yes, please! This chickpea-based dish makes a filling post-run snack.

Give yourself a protein boost by trying any of these protein cookies—each of which Women’s Running’s editors tested (you’re welcome).

Use your handy muffin tin to make a bunch of on-the-go salmon frittatas that’ll last you days.

Shalane Flanagan shares a recipe from her new book with Elyse Kopecky, Run Fast. Cook Fast. Eat Slow.

Though both nutrient-dense seeds are technically considered superfoods, basil seeds haven’t yet experienced their trend-setting moment.

Searing tofu and stuffing it with a punchy pesto transforms this recipe from ho-hum to yum.

Use your handy muffin tin to make a bunch of (healthy) shepherd’s pies that’ll last you days.

We all have moments when we crave comfort food—especially in the cooler months. Give in to temptation the healthy way by trying these nine comfort food hacks.

Eat like an elite with this perfect-for-fall pumpkin pancake recipe.

Make a bunch of single-serving pizzas at once with this fun and fast pizza muffin recipe.

Stir up one of these fruity, natural sports drinks to fuel and hydrate on the run.

This is basically a one-dish meal—every ingredient you need can be tended in just one pan.

Designed with busy schedules in mind, this oven-based recipe allows the cook flexibility to tend to other matters while the risotto cooks.

Recent research on fueling techniques can help you make sure you’re fueling wisely before and after strenuous workouts.

Designed to accommodate your schedule and nutrition plan, this salad brings in-season and nutrient-rich fruit together in a savory fashion.

Healthy greens and savory blueberries come together in this easy-to-make, tasty summer salad.

Fresh basil, known to help reduce stress levels, makes this strawberry salad pop with fresh flavor.

This bright, tart citrus fruit pairs well with creamy avocado, which is loaded with heart-healthy fat, in this filling and colorful salad.

If you’re running crazy miles, you can eat everything in sight—right?

These editor-tested plant-based products provide the protein runners need after hard workouts.

Spark your kids’ curiosity in making healthy choices by teaching them to cook recipes like these, each of which can easily be made at home.

A hearty meat-free meal that’s delicious served hot or cold.

The best food to consume after a run depends on both the duration and intensity of the workout.

Each of these homemade condiments is sure to wow your summer barbecue guests.

Get your gut health back on track with these probiotic products.

These five bento-box recipes are compact and perfect for travel.

Whether you travel to your destination race by car or plane, here’s how to keep your pre-race nutrition on track.

This Thai Green Fish Curry is a healthy and easy alternative to its take-out counterpart.

“Salty” doesn’t necessarily mean “unhealthy” for hard-working athletes.

This taco bowl recipe is perfect to bust out for large gatherings with friends or family.

Many runners look forward to the post-race beer garden—but is it good for your body to drink directly after a tough race or workout?

Registered dietitians confirm that the energy boost and sense of routine that caffeine consumption delivers can boost one's run performance.