New Year, Fresh Start
Tips & advice to support your wellness goals in 2026
Goals for the Taking!
The New Year is an exciting time of opportunity and optimism. Harness your fresh energy to level up your life. Whether you’re lacking a fitness routine, a bit of self-care or a couple servings of veggies, this library of resources can help fill the gaps.
Plant-Based Recipes
Sweet Potato Protein Burgers
Meet your new favorite plant-based burgers. These sweet potato patties are high in protein thanks to quinoa and chickpeas, naturally vegan and gluten-free, and crisp up beautifully for a hearty, wholesome meal.
Thai Red Curry Noodles
Make takeout night healthier with these Thai red curry noodles. Tender rice noodles, tofu and veggies simmer in a creamy coconut curry sauce for a quick vegan meal that’s comforting, colorful and full of flavor.
Maple-Sriracha Cauliflower “Wings”
Crispy, spicy and perfectly sweet, these gluten-free, vegan cauliflower wings are a welcome game-changer. A maple-sriracha sauce adds bold flavor, while sesame and cilantro further elevate taste and texture. Dunk, dip and devour—these wings hit the spot!
Vegan Cheezy Sheet Pan Quesadillas
White beans, pureed with olive oil, garlic and nutritional yeast, make a creamy faux queso filling for these sheet pan quesadillas. Spice things up with jalapeños and scallions and bake to golden perfection.
Black-Eyed Pea Soup
Made with hearty organic black-eyed peas and fresh vegetables like kale, carrots and celery, this soup is full of vitamins that will give you the nutrients you need while tasting great at the same time.
Vegan Jumbo Chocolate Chip Cookies
Want cookies but don’t need a huge batch? Try this vegan chocolate chip cookie recipe with more wholesome ingredients like einkorn flour, brown sugar and coconut oil. Drop three tablespoons of dough onto your baking sheet for a generously sized, but better-for-you treat.
No-Fear Fitness
Questions to Ask a Personal Trainer During a Free Fitness Training Session
If a gym membership comes with a free training session, use it to absorb as much professional expertise as you can. Ask questions, gain hands-on experience and start building an exercise plan that’s tailored to your health needs, fitness level and personal goals.
Go Greener
Dietitian Corner
Looking for healthy cooking tips or nutritional expertise? Our team of Kroger registered dietitians can assist! With a “Food as Medicine” approach, they’re dedicated to helping you discover new foods, mindsets and recipes to nourish your body, achieve personal nutrition goals and lead an overall healthier life.
5 Signs of Unhealthy Weight Loss Practices & How to Fix Them
Aspiring to live a healthier lifestyle is a goal one should feel proud to take on! It’s not easy changing life-long habits and comfortable routines for the sake of your wellbeing. If you find your wellness goals are specific to weight loss, keep yourself grounded and your methods in-check. Avoid the unhealthy weight-loss practices listed in this article.
