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  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 7, 2026

    Avoiding These 3 Things in Midlife Is Linked to 13 More Dementia-Free Years

    —Lucy Lambriex—Getty Images It’s not always possible to prevent or delay dementia . But experts are learning more about certain risk factors that may increase a person’s chances of developing the condition. A new study published Aug. 5 in Neurology Open Access , found that three factors are linked to living many more years without dementia: having normal blood pressure , being diabetes-free , and not smoking . When…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 7, 2026

    4 Best Store-Bought Meat for Fall Stews, According to Butchers

    A great stew starts long before you turn on the stove. While pre-cut stew meat may seem like the easiest option, choosing the right cut is what determines whether your finished dish is rich and tender or dry and disappointing. According to Jorge Thomas , chef and butcher and founder of Swaledale Butchers , there are four cuts that create a deeply flavorful stew that improves with slow cooking. Here are the ones he r…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 7, 2026

    5 Breakfast Cereals Shoppers Say Still Taste Like Childhood

    Pouring a big bowl of cereal and watching Saturday morning cartoons has a massive nostalgia factor, catapulting you right back into childhood and out of the stressors of adult life. Reminiscing on old favorites, there are so many good ones to choose from! Here are five breakfast cereals shoppers say taste like childhood. Honey Nut Cheerios Honey Nut Cheerios are still a fan favorite. “I’ve recently discovered Honey…

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 7, 2026

    Best Luxury Vegan Body Care Sets 2026: Spa-Grade and Genuinely Cruelty-Free

    The best luxury vegan body care sets for 2026, from B Corp certified brands with genuine cruelty-free credentials.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 7, 2026

    10 Dairy-Free Homemade Soft Serve Ice Cream Recipes

    Dairy is not necessary to make soft ice cream? Check out the soft ice cream recipes we have here on One Green Planet.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 7, 2026

    10 Plant-Based Mains for a Refreshing Summer Dinner

    Here are 10 vegan entrees for a refreshing summer dinner. Pair these with fresh salads and raw soups to round out the meal

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 7, 2026

    Frozen Chocolate Mint Pie [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

    This Frozen Chocolate Mint Pie achieves its incredibly smooth and creamy filling thanks to the overnight soaking of raw cashews before blending.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 7, 2026

    I Tried 4 Canned Peaches & One Tastes Like Summer Off the Tree

    Canned peaches are a delicious snack whether enjoyed right out of the can or as part of a special dessert. Usually sold in syrup or juice, this tasty fruit is endlessly versatile and bursting with bright flavor and lovely juicy texture. There are a few options available in the grocery store, some chopped, some sliced, so I picked four different brands to compare and contrast taste and quality. All four are tested ri…

  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 7, 2026

    The True Story Behind Tony

    Dominic Sessa stars as celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain in the biopic Tony. —Seacia Pavao Before Anthony Bourdain was a famed chef with eight Emmys for his travel series Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown , he started out as a dishwasher in Cape Cod’s hippie enclave Provincetown in the mid-1970s. Tony , out in theaters Aug. 7, explores this period in Bourdain’s life, imagining how that kitchen job whet his palate for wo…

  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 7, 2026

    Dominic Sessa Summons the Rapscallion Spirit of Anthony Bourdain in the Exhilarating, Tender Tony

    Dominic Sessa and Leo Woodall in Tony —Courtesy of A24 Before the late Anthony Bourdain was a charismatic, adventurous TV personality —and even before he’d become a best-selling writer , with his fantastically disreputable 2000 memoir Kitchen Confidential —he was a bright but annoying kid enrolled at Vassar and, as he himself has said, “badly in need of a good ass-kicking.” Matt Johnson’s exhilarating and tender fil…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 7, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains That Still Offer Free Refills, According to Diners

    It seems like everything’s getting more expensive nowadays, so I’ll take a free refill any chance I get. Whether it’s coffee or soft drinks (even fries), a freebie to go after you’ve had your share at the restaurant is always a perk. Here are five chain restaurants that still offer free refills when you’re craving more than one cup of your favorite pop or coffee. Red Robin Red Robin not only has incredible burgers,…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 7, 2026

    The 12-Minute Morning Routine That Fights Muscle Loss Better Than Protein Shakes After 50

    Protein helps support muscle, and it’s worth keeping in the daily plan. The missing piece for a lot of people after 50 is the strength signal . Your muscles need regular work that asks them to push, brace, stand, reach, and move with purpose. That’s why I like short morning routines for personal training clients who want to rebuild strength without making the day revolve around a workout. Twelve minutes feels realis…

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 7, 2026

    Could A "Leaky Gut" Make Food Allergies Worse? Here's What Scientists Found

    A closer look at the gut-allergy connection A closer look at the gut-allergy connection

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 7, 2026

    Ginger Peach Baked Oatmeal

    This ginger peach baked oatmeal from Clean Food Dirty Girl by Molly Patrick is a vegan breakfast made with rolled oats, peaches, dates, applesauce, flaxseed, molasses, and warm spices. Ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and vanilla give the oats a bold flavor, while peaches add fruitiness in every slice. Raisins add small sweet bites, and almonds bake on top for crunch. The recipe makes one eight-inch baking dish with four s…

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 7, 2026

    Pea Protein Vs. Whey Protein — One Stands Out For Muscle-Building

    Get those aminos! Get those aminos!

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 7, 2026

    Could A Daily Probiotic Ease Menopause Symptoms? This Trial Suggests It Might

    Menopause changes gut health and that can impact your symptoms. Menopause changes gut health and that can impact your symptoms.

  • RecipeSkinnytasteAug 7, 2026

    7 Day High Protein Diet Meal Plan

    A free, 7-day high protein diet meal plan including breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas and a shopping list. All recipes i...

  • RecipeAmbitious KitchenAug 7, 2026

    Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie

    Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie Sweet and tangy strawberry cheesecake smoothie packed with fiber and over 15g of protein ...

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 8, 2026

    Stop Overlooking This Vitamin When It Comes To Muscle Health

    Low levels of this nutrient could affect far more than bone health. Low levels of this nutrient could affect far more than bone health.

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 7, 2026

    Want A Better Immune System? Eat A Small Serving Of This Daily

    It's also good for gut health. It's also good for gut health.

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 8, 2026

    New Study Explores What The Children Of Centenarians Eat

    A new study has analyzed what the children of centenarians eat. According to the study, the children of people who live to 100 have healthier-than-average diets compared to other older adults, but still fall short in some areas. Read more: Over 80% Of Toddler Food In Texas Grocery Stores Is Ultra-Processed, Finds Audit A team of researchers from the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts U…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 8, 2026

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

    Some combos are just the ultimate power couple. Spaghetti and meatballs, turkey and stuffing… you get the idea. Another one to add to the list is fried chicken, and although biscuits may seem like an obvious pairing, fried chicken restaurants are usually good for having delicious, buttery corn that goes so well with the fried chicken. Here are five restaurant chains to get the best fried chicken and corn combo, acco…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 8, 2026

    4 Chain Restaurants With the Best Stuffed Mushrooms, According to Chefs

    Stuffed mushrooms have long been a steakhouse and Italian restaurant favorite, combining tender mushroom caps with rich, savory fillings that range from seafood and sausage to creamy cheeses. While plenty of chains offer the appetizer, only a handful stand out for their flavorful fillings, balanced textures, and satisfying bite. Eat This, Not That! asked Eva Filer , home chef, recipe developer, and food blogger at M…

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 8, 2026

    This Protein-Rich Food Was Linked To A Longer Life In A Study Of 90,000+ Adults

    Are you eating it? Are you eating it?