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Indulge in a heart-healthy treat this Heart Month with the American Heart Association's Avocado-Dark Chocolate Glazed Donuts. These delightful donuts are a perfect blend of rich, creamy avocado and luscious dark chocolate, creating a guilt-free indulgence that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Enjoy the perfect balance of flavor and health with every bite!

Yogurt gives this zucchini soup a creamy texture and adds protein. Smooth and silky — the perfect way to use up summer zucchini from the farmers market or your garden. 

Serves 4

As we head toward the cooler months, thoughts wander to leaf peeping, cozy sweaters, football and the appearance of the symbol of fall … the pumpkin. 

While we have come to see the pumpkin as the undeniable mascot of autumn, there’s more to the humble gourd than jack-o-lanterns, bread, Thanksgiving desserts and pumpkin spice everything. It tantalizes our tastebuds and decorates our homes, but eating pumpkin also has many health benefits.

Healthy eating should be a top priority, but when you're tired or stressed, it's easier to choose the chips and chocolate over the complicated meal on Pinterest that needs to be prepared from scratch. With some easy meal prep ideas, you'll be eating healthier quicker. Set aside a day once a week to make prepackaged meals with our tips! This way when you're hungry, nutrition is as simple as grab and go!

Heading to a holiday party? Visiting a friend's house? Getting ready for company? Try these yummy brownie kisses. Melted chocolate, chocolate chips and nuts (omit if you'd like) make a great combo for these treats.

When you have arthritis, your body is in an inflammatory state, and what you eat may not only increase inflammation, it can also set you up for other chronic diseases such as obesity, heart disease and diabetes. 

Think twice about eating these eight inflammation food triggers:

Break out the scented candles, turn on some Barry White, and get ready to massage your kale. Kale is a nutritious green vegetable rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and iron. But if you're going to eat it raw, say in a salad, you may enjoy it more if it's given a good rubdown.

Wondering where to begin?

First, rip out the stems and save them for a smoothie. Tear the leaves into bite-size pieces, then wash and dry them with a salad spinner. Place kale in a large bowl and pour on dressing, such as a vinaigrette. 

Enjoy this flavorful salad blending the flavors of pineapple, green apple and yellow pepper. This Simply Salad contest winning dish was submitted by Priscila Forteza, UMass Memorial Health - HealthAlliance-Clinton Hospital, Clinton, MA. 

Serves 4