The anti-inflammatory diet is more of a philosophy of eating than a traditional diet, with a focus on increasing foods that decrease inflammation. These healthy recipes follow those principles, and pack inflammation-fighting foods like berries, legumes, lean proteins, and powerful spices like turmeric, ginger, and cinnamon. Everything from smoothies to salads and hearty main dinners are featured in this anti-inflammatory collection of meals. 

Meal planning is half the battle when you're trying to introduce more whole, fresh foods into your diet. With this 31-day dinner planner, we've done the work for you. Each recipe is nutritionist-approved within Cooking Light's guidelines for calories, sodium, saturated fat, and sugar. Even better: This meal plan is full of the foods you love, including pasta, burgers, and yes, nachos, as well as some new and interesting dishes, like orange and tomato simmered chicken with fluffy couscous. 

If you want to incorporate more fruits, vegetables, and nuts into your breakfasts, we've got the recipes for you. Whether you prefer sweet smoothies or savory scrambles, these plant-based breakfasts are sure to satisfy. 

It's time to redeem the midday meal: No more bland sandwiches, soggy salads, or boring soups here. These healthy lunches are exciting, satisfying, and portable. For even more delicious lunch options, subscribe to the Cooking Light Diet today.

It can feel impossible to find a healthy breakfast on the go, but there are options that can fit into your meal plan without extra hassle. When you're on the road, running late, or just have a fast food craving, turn to these popular breakfasts. They're quick, easy, and adhere to Cooking Light's guidelines for calories, sodium, saturated fat, and sugar. 

Cutting back on sugar doesn't have to be a hassle. You can still stock up on many of your Trader Joe's staples — chili crisp, cauliflower gnocchi, and bacon included! The following items are low in sugar or completely sugar-free and can all be found at your local Trader Joe's. 

We're calling it: 2021 was the year of the air fryer. Our audience adored Cooking Light's recipes for the useful appliance, with many of them appearing in our most popular dishes of the year. From tender chicken dishes to crave-worthy chips, our top air fryer recipes of 2021 truly showcased just how much this handy gadget can do.

“My family has gone back to a better and more wholesome way of eating," said one Cooking Light Diet user who lost 16 pounds.