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  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 6, 2026

    Best Induction Cooktops 2026: Stop Burning Gas in Your Kitchen

    The best induction cooktops for 2026, from portable single burners to full 36-inch replacements, and the research on why gas stoves are worth leaving behind.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 6, 2026

    10 Light and Fresh Veggie Pasta Dishes for Summer

    Craving pasta but want something light for summer? Discover 10 fresh veggie pasta dishes perfect for warm weather, moving beyond heavy sauces.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 6, 2026

    10 Fresh and Light Recipes with Zucchini

    Celebrate National Zucchini Day with 10 delicious plant-based recipes! From fritters to lasagna, discover versatile ways to enjoy this summer squash.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 6, 2026

    Ice Cream Sandwiches With Crunchy Chocolate Chip Cookies [Vegan]

    These vegan ice cream sandwiches feature creamy chocolate peanut butter ice cream and crunchy whole grain chocolate chip cookies, with a no-churn option for the ice cream.

  • StoryNutritionFacts.org — articlesAug 6, 2026

    The Benefits and Risks of Hair Loss Drugs

    What are the pros and cons of Propecia and Rogaine for hair loss? “Any consumer looking on the Internet for a treatment for hair loss is exposed to a multitude of remedies.” However, we only have good evidence for efficacy for drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration: finasteride (sold as Propecia) and minoxidil (sold as Rogaine). It’s considered a myth that all the patented hair-loss supplements on t…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 6, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Fried Chicken and Coleslaw, According to Diners

    There is a reason why most fried chicken chains have coleslaw on the menu: a piece of breaded, perfectly seasoned, and deep-fried chicken pairs perfectly with the creamy, cool, veggie side dish. However, not all chains do both fried chicken and the cabbage dish right. Where can you order a reliably good combo? Here are 5 restaurant chains with the best fried chicken and coleslaw, according to diners. Popeyes Louisia…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 6, 2026

    5 Italian Chains With the Best Meatballs and Garlic Bread, According to Diners

    Some people eat their meatballs with spaghetti, while others prefer garlic bread. And of course, there are those of us who enjoy feasting on all three. Not every restaurant serves delicious garlic- and butter-soaked bread alongside big, juicy, sauce-covered meatballs. Where can you get the pairing? Here are 5 Italian chains with the best meatballs and garlic bread, according to diners. Maggiano’s Little Italy Maggia…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 6, 2026

    Exploring Athens And Santorini One Plant-Based Bite At A Time

    From creamy moussaka beneath the Acropolis to pistachio ice cream in the Athens sunshine, Rose Lee’s vegan food tour of Greece proves that eating plant-based is no barrier to experiencing this country’s famous food culture. Lee, the creator of the Cheap Lazy Vegan and Lazy Vegan Travel YouTube channels, recently documented her first hosted group tour through Athens and Santorini. The trip brought together 18 travele…

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 6, 2026

    This Eating Habit Was Linked To Faster Muscle Loss As You Age

    It's not just what's on your plate that matters to your muscles. It's not just what's on your plate that matters to your muscles.

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 6, 2026

    3 Vegan Tiramisu Recipes To Try

    Creamy, coffee-flavored, and layered, tiramisu has a very specific appeal. A good vegan version keeps the same rich, chilled feel while using plant-based ingredients in the sponge, biscuit layer, or filling. This short list of vegan tiramisu recipes gives you three different ways to make the dessert at home. Tiramisu usually relies on a few key elements: coffee, cocoa, creaminess, and a soft base. Some versions stay…

  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 6, 2026

    FDA Approves the First mRNA Flu Vaccine

    —NurPhoto / Contributor—Getty Images On Aug. 5, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the first mRNA-based vaccine for influenza. Health experts say the shot, made by Moderna, could have several advantages over traditional flu vaccines, but its approval comes at a time when federal health agencies have walked back recommending flu vaccines for many people. In a study published in May 2026 in the New E…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 6, 2026

    Scientists Discover How To Grow Muscle Protein Gene Inside Plants

    Scientists have discovered how to grow a muscle protein gene inside plants. Their findings, published by Frontiers in Plant Science , could support further improvements to the flavor, color, and nutrient density of plant-based alternative proteins, which can help to reduce the food system’s environmental footprint. Read more: Pig Farm Transformed Into ‘Thriving’ Specialty Mushroom Operation The team of scientists su…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 6, 2026

    4 Daily Exercises That Firm Waist Faster Than Corset Workouts After 50

    Corsets were once seen as a simple way to achieve a slim, sculpted waistline. Since then, we’ve learned that a nutritious diet and regular exercise provide a more comfortable, healthy, and sustainable approach to strengthening and toning the waistline . But choosing just the right slimming moves is essential—and you don’t necessarily need to turn to corset workouts to achieve your goal. We spoke with Jacob Siwicki ,…

  • RecipeSkinnytasteAug 4, 2026

    Green Goddess Chicken Chickpea Salad Makes Lunch Easy All Week

    This no-cook Green Goddess Chicken Chickpea Salad is high in protein and fiber, packed with crunchy vegetables, and perf...

  • RecipeSkinnytasteAug 3, 2026

    Skip the Tortillas and Make This Steak Fajita Salad Instead

    This Steak Fajita Salad has all the flavors of sizzling steak fajitas in a lighter summer salad made with grilled sirloi...

  • RecipeLove and LemonsAug 6, 2026

    Succotash

    This succotash recipe is a celebration of late summer vegetables, filled with sweet corn, peppers, tomatoes, okra, and l...

  • RecipeLove and LemonsAug 4, 2026

    Love & Lemons Cooking Club – August!

    Our Cooking Club is a fun way to celebrate the Love & Lemons community of readers. The concept is super simple—each mont...

  • RecipeAmbitious KitchenAug 4, 2026

    Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins (dairy free + gluten free)

    Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Muffins (dairy free + gluten free) Healthy peanut butter banana muffins packed with protein...

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 7, 2026

    Tom Holland Says He Cooks Veggie For Zendaya, Who ‘Doesn’t Eat Meat’

    Spider-Man: Brand New Day actor Tom Holland has said that he cooks veggie recipes for Zendaya, who “doesn’t eat meat.” Holland made the comments in a two-part episode of the Dish podcast in July, during a discussion about his brother Sam’s new Kitchen Kickstart cookbook. Read more: Simon Pegg: ‘Maybe Humans Were A Mistake’ In part two, which was posted on YouTube last week, Dish hosts Nick Grimshaw and Angela Hartne…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 7, 2026

    5 Best Frozen Salisbury Steak Dinners, According to Chefs

    Salisbury steak is a classic comfort food built around simple ingredients: seasoned beef, rich gravy, and hearty sides. While making it from scratch takes time, frozen Salisbury steak dinners offer a convenient way to enjoy those familiar flavors at home. Eat This, Not That! asked Emma Sullivan , home chef and recipe developer at DailyCookingRecipe.com , to share the frozen meals that deliver the best balance of tas…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 7, 2026

    5 BBQ Chains With the Best Ribs and Corn on the Cob, According to Diners

    If I am going to eat a slab of ribs , there will likely be a corn-on-the-cob on the platter. Corn is one of my favorite sides to pair with any barbecue meat. The sweet, tiny niblets are a mild complement to the sweet, tangy, and sometimes spicy BBQ sauce. Unfortunately, not every place serves ribs alongside corn. Here are 5 BBQ chains with the best ribs and corn on the cob, according to diners. Famous Dave’s Famous…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 7, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Fried Chicken and Baked Beans, According to Diners

    Baked beans don’t have to be exclusive to summer cookouts and barbecue restaurants. Sometimes you want some really delicious fried chicken, crispy and rich, paired with some creamy baked beans on the side. Out of all the fried chicken restaurants there are out there, these chains have some of the best fried chicken and baked beans you can buy. Roy Rogers Roy Rogers is known for their crispy fried chicken and baked b…

  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 7, 2026

    When the Government Outsources Safety, Families Pick up the Slack

    —Brandon Bell—Getty Images No more fresh raspberries this summer, one of the few foods toddlers reliably eat. Health advisors now say you should cook them in pies and jam to be safe. And that convenient bagged salad? Needs to be replaced with the full head, painstakingly washed. As an economist studying women’s lives, I’ve railed against the unfair division of labor in American households, where women still tend to…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 7, 2026

    Vitamin C may fight cancer — but not the way scientists once thought

    Linus Pauling was widely mocked for claiming that vitamin C could fight cancer, especially after trials using vitamin C pills showed no benefit. Researchers now know that intravenous vitamin C reaches vastly higher concentrations and can behave more like an experimental cancer drug than an ordinary supplement. Early studies suggest it may damage vulnerable cancer cells, reduce treatment side effects, and possibly im…