Luna Regina
Expertise
Healthy Recipes, Culinary Skills, Kitchen Improvement
- Luna is the founder of HealthyRecipes101.com, a platform that offers nutritionist-approved recipe ideas and meal plans.
- She also founded HealthyKitchen101.com, a trusted source of information on kitchen tools and accessories to support home cooks in their culinary endeavors.
- Luna co-authored a cookbook titled "Healthy Eating 101: 45 Effortless Recipes to Step up Your Diet Game" with Kelli McGrane, RDN.
Experience
Luna is a writer and author who dedicates her career to empowering home cooks and making cooking effortless for everyone. Her insights on healthy eating and kitchen improvement have been featured on Forbes, CNN, Business Insider, Bustle, Eat This Not That, iBT, Yahoo!, AP, and MSN. She also sponsored the Luna Regina Healthy Eating Scholarship for college students, an initiative that promotes healthy lifestyle choices among young adults.
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Stories By Luna Regina
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When buying meat from the grocery store, you should be on the lookout for this one indication that the meat is less than stellar in quality.
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Boh loh bao, also called pineapple buns, are a classic bun served throughout Hong Kong. But do these staple buns actually contain any pineapple?
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Swap out ground beef for chunks of this steak. Our one-ingredient upgrade may seem small, but the upgrade you'll get in your next pot of chili is huge.
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There's a hack going around involving your toaster and a burger bun sandwich. Before you try it, though, don't underestimate the risks the hack poses.
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You can add a distinctly tangy taste to your crispy fried chicken with an ingredient you probably didn't think to use. Here's what you need to know.
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Phyllo and puff pastry may look similar on the surface, but the two doughs are actually distinct. They have unique histories, ingredients, and applications.
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Some varieties of slow cooker come with a lid that locks firmly into place. What do these locks do, and how can you safely use them in your slow cooker recipes?
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Making shredded chicken is quicker and easier with this handy kitchen gadget – perfect for achieving consistently delicious results every time!
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You can look forward to sinking your teeth into a particular McDonald's burger after reading this! Fresh meat is definitely tastier than frozen.
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If you're looking to create a homemade taste from a boxed cornbread mix, all you need is this one addition to make your dish stand out.
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Add a new textural element to your next batch of lasagna and get inspired with new flavors and additional add-ins to make your dish stand out.
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Fried and sautéed calamari are the most common forms, but if you love it as much as we do, you have to try this Mediterranean delicacy in steak form.
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Taco nights are the best nights, and if you can make them in a hurry, even better. Grab extra rotisserie chicken the next time just for this shortcut.
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Beef bacon is a popular alternative to classic pork belly bacon. If you're making it from scratch, make sure to select the correct cut of beef first.
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Who wants regular deviled eggs when you can amp them up with some umami-packed flavor? Here's what you need to add to your next batch.
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A classic grilled cheese sandwich is already perfection, but when you eat one on the regular, it's fun to switch things up. This adds flavor and protein.
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Eggnog is a festive, creamy treat, perfect for sipping around the winter holidays. But the combination of warm spices work wonderfully with other flavors.
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A simple tomato sandwich is already a thing of beauty. But if you're feeling fancy, this easy addition takes a classic comfort food and elevates it.
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The options are pretty limitless when it comes to using up leftover rotisserie chicken, but for a nutritious, light and vibrant meal, consider Greek flavors.
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Turn chocolate pudding into a velvety mousse with just one simple addition! Elevate this classic dessert for a richer, creamier, and more indulgent treat.
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With these simple upgrades, your milk bath could be a two-in-one flavor and texture booster in addition to a deodorizer, resulting in the ultimate fried shrimp.
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You'll love the way gravy takes your soup to the next level, effortlessly enhancing taste and texture, without drastically changing the original recipe.
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Good times await when you've got a burrito in your hand. For your next Mexican craving, swap out red meat with seafood for a lighter yet enjoyable twist.
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When your steak needs a little something extra to add to that juicy flavor, a bottle of steak sauce is your best bet. However, don't grab this brand.
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Discover the breakfast staple that gives fried chicken an extra crunch! Elevate your crispy chicken game with this simple ingredient for the perfect bite.
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Discover the tangy condiment that takes fried chicken to the next level! Elevate your favorite crispy dish with a zesty twist that’s sure to impress.
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There's no comfort food quite like grilled cheese, especially an enhanced version. Try this fall bread swap for grilled cheese with an irresistible sweetness.