THE PULSE

It’s good to keep healthy snacks in the house so you can listen to your body and snack when you’re hungry, which was top of mind on our last trip to Trader Joe’s. Check the list below for some of our current Trader Joe’s snack obsessions, including one unique summer flavor that’s only available for a limited time.

More and more people in America have been making the switch to a meat-free, plant-based lifestyle to be more conscious about the foods they eat. Following a plant-based diet can be hugely beneficial to your personal health while also contributing to a healthy environment.

Most of us use some kind of cooking oil regularly—it can be a challenge to stir fry, roast or sauté without it. Many oils provide important nutrients like unsaturated (“good”) fats and vitamin E. Some oils, however, are highly processed and high in saturated or trans (“bad”) fats, so you may want to steer clear.

Healthy eating can get expensive, especially at the specialty stores we love like Whole Foods, Sprouts and Trader Joe’s. Luckily, Target groceries across California are stocking more healthy food options—some of which are even exclusive to their Good & Gather brand.

Eating a variety of fruits and vegetables is a crucial part of a healthy diet. When you’re in the produce department at your local grocery store, you might find yourself wondering whether you should buy from the organic section.

If you’ve got a bit of a sweet tooth—and by that we mean, if you’ve ever dreamed of eating an entire bowl of cookie dough—then this healthy cookie dough dip recipe from Chocolate Covered Katie is going to be a total game-changer!

We know weeknights get busy, and sometimes it can be a real struggle to find time to make dinner. With a bag of cauliflower gnocchi from Trader Joe’s in your freezer, you might be surprised how many delicious, easy dinners you can whip up in no-time. Here are three easy ways to take your gnocchi from side dish to main event.

Celebrate spring with this Easter bunny-approved healthy smoothie that will remind you of a delicious carrot cake.

Target has really upped their game when it comes to providing healthier options in their grocery department. Which is great news—we all love a healthy snack, especially snacks that our kids will love, too.

Craving takeout but want to stay at home? Make this healthier, low-carb version instead! If you practice Meatless Mondays, this dish is a great dinner by itself, or you can bulk it up to serve more people by adding tofu or stir-fried veggies.