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  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 22, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best House-Made Soups, According to Chefs

    When you’re craving a bowl of soup, you don’t always have to head to a neighborhood restaurant or make a pot at home. Some restaurant chains have built a reputation for soups that are made with care and have become staples on their menus. Eat This, Not That! asked Therese Buchanan , home chef, food blogger & recipe developer at Tessie’s Table , which chains she thinks do house-made soup especially well. Here are her…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 22, 2026

    This Decadent Vegan Thai Tea Is Basically Dessert In A Glass

    Few things improve a warm afternoon quite like a glass of vegan Thai tea, especially when most of the work has already been done. In a video shared on his popular Yeung Man Cooking YouTube channel, Wil Yeung demonstrates how to prepare a rich, plant-based version of the iced drink in batches, leaving enough tea and homemade coconut condensed milk in the fridge to keep the drinks coming for days. Yeung is a Hong Kong…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 22, 2026

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

    Fried fish with all the sides, including sweet and savory baked beans, is a staple menu item, especially at BBQ restaurants and Southern seafood spots. Diners love piling their plates with the crispy fish, which is perfectly balanced out by the rich, tasty beans, slaw, hush puppies, and more. While these beans are more commonly found at BBQ spots, a handful of spots lets diners pair catfish with beans, and diners lo…

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 22, 2026

    This Common Food Compound May Give Your Workouts A Gut-Health Boost

    Your workout's secret gut-health sidekick might already be on your plate. Your workout's secret gut-health sidekick might already be on your plate.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 22, 2026

    7 Best Marie Callender’s Meals, Ranked by Shoppers

    When I was a kid, I ate at Marie Callender’s with my mom. She loved the pot pies and especially the fruit pies. Now, very few of the restaurants exist. Luckily, many of the popular dishes are available frozen, in the freezer section of your local grocery store. What are the best Marie Callender’s meals to buy? Here are the 7 best Marie Callender’s meals, ranked by shoppers. Chicken Pot Pie Marie Callender’s Chicken…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 22, 2026

    5 Best Italian Delis in America, According to Diners

    You can get an Italian sub, chicken cutlet, or imported cheeses at a number of places, including chain sandwich shops and grocery stores, but if you want real-deal-delicious, your best bet is Italian delis . These institutions are usually owned and operated by Italians, who take food seriously. Italian delis are everywhere, but only a handful have been named the best by foodies. Here are the 5 best Italian delis in…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 22, 2026

    5 Buffet Chains From Your Childhood That Are Still Open

    Anyone lucky enough to have experienced the 80s and 90s Pizza Hut buffet will understand how magical the experience was (we truly didn’t appreciate it enough at the time). These days there are still a few classic buffet chains still in operation; chugging along despite big changes in consumer habits and preferences. These chains not only have major nostalgic value, but they still serve food diners appreciate, from e…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 22, 2026

    7 Best Orders at Long John Silver’s, According to Regulars

    The first Long John Silver’s location opened in 1969, offering fast-food fried fish to Americans who still appreciate the seafood chain. The restaurant not only serves delicious fried fish and sides but excellent chicken too, and regulars swear by their favorite menu items, ordering them on repeat. If you’re planning a trip to the chain and want to try something new, or are visiting for the first time, there are sev…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 22, 2026

    4 Kitchen-Counter Exercises That Rebuild Leg Muscle Faster Than Gym Sessions After 65

    A long gym session can feel like a lot after 65, especially on days when getting there takes more energy than the workout itself. A kitchen counter gives you a closer starting point. It’s sturdy, familiar, and useful for training your legs with more control. Leg muscle comes back through repeated strength work. The counter helps you practice the movements that build it: squatting, hinging, stepping, and rising onto…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 22, 2026

    5 Morning Exercises That Trim Muffin Top Faster Than 30 Minutes of Cardio After 50

    Muffin top after 50 often pushes people toward longer cardio sessions because the goal feels straightforward: burn more calories and hope the waistline follows. Cardio absolutely belongs in the week, especially walking, cycling, or anything you’ll do consistently. Strength work adds another layer because it helps preserve muscle while giving the midsection a more active role. Morning training can be a good fit here…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 22, 2026

    Gluten-Free Quinoa Fudge Brownies

    These quinoa fudge brownies from Romy London are vegan, gluten-free brownies made with homemade quinoa flour, cocoa powder, flax eggs, sweet potato puree, coconut sugar, maple syrup, and dairy-free chocolate chips. They look like regular brownies, but they use toasted quinoa instead of wheat flour. The quinoa gets blended into a fine flour after toasting, which gives the batter a different base. Sweet potato puree h…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 22, 2026

    Exercise may work better for keeping weight off than losing it

    Exercise may not be a powerful weight-loss tool on its own, but it appears to play a much bigger role in preventing lost weight from returning. By preserving muscle, supporting metabolism, improving fat burning, and regulating appetite and blood sugar, regular activity can make long-term weight maintenance easier.

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 22, 2026

    This yeast supplement may boost cancer-fighting immunity

    A simple yeast-based food supplement may help restore the immune system’s ability to fight cancer, according to new research in mice. Scientists found that yeast beta-glucan reprogrammed early immune cells in the bone marrow, leading to stronger, longer-lasting cancer-fighting responses against colorectal, skin, and breast cancer cells.

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 22, 2026

    Tooth count may predict survival after pancreatic cancer surgery

    Pancreatic cancer patients with at least 21 natural teeth survived nearly two years longer after surgery than those with fewer teeth in a study of 339 people. Researchers suspect tooth loss may reflect decades of inflammation, frailty, nutrition, and other factors tied to the body’s overall resilience.

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 23, 2026

    3 Underrated Nuts With Surprising Health Benefits (& How To Eat Them Daily)

    Time to make space in your pantry Time to make space in your pantry

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 23, 2026

    This common vitamin was linked to 13% better cognitive scores

    Older adults with mild cognitive impairment and sleep problems who took at least 5,000 IU of vitamin D daily scored more than 13% higher on a cognitive test than those taking none. The preliminary findings suggest vitamin D could be worth studying as a potentially modifiable factor during an early window of cognitive decline.

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 23, 2026

    The Largest Study On Plant-Based Cat Diets Ever Is Looking For Participants

    The largest-ever study on plant-based cat diets * is looking for participants. People with cats in their household can fill out a short survey on the animal’s diet, feeding patterns, and overall health. Read more: Adfree Cities Calls For A Ban On Factory Farming Advertisements Professor Andrew Knight of the University of Winchester Animal Welfare Research Group is carrying out the research, the introduction to which…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 23, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Fried Fish and Fried Pickles, According to Diners

    Fried fish and fried pickles are a staple at many Southern restaurants, with the pickles in particular a favorite bar food or appetizer. Several restaurants offer this combo with diners commonly having the option to choose the pickles as an appetizer with plates like fish and chips. The fish and pickles are both usually battered and deep-fried, resulting in a delicious, indulgent treat, especially when paired with o…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 23, 2026

    5 Steakhouse Chains With the Best Ribeye and Creamed Spinach, According to Chefs

    Few steakhouse orders are as classic as a juicy ribeye paired with a side of creamed spinach. The rich, well-marbled steak brings plenty of beefy flavor, while the savory side adds a smooth contrast. While plenty of steakhouses serve both, some chains stand out for their take on these classic favorites. To find the best spots, Eat This, Not That! asked Therese Buchanan , home chef, food blogger and recipe developer…

  • RecipeSkinnytasteAug 21, 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...

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 23, 2026

    Gado-Gado (Mixed Salad With Peanut Sauce)

    This gado-gado from Yang Liu and Katharina Pinczolits’ cookbook Vegan Asian Street Food is an Indonesian mixed salad with tofu, tempeh, vegetables, peanut sauce, and lontong. The name means “mix-mix,” which fits the way the dish brings cooked and raw ingredients together on one plate. Green beans, potatoes, bean sprouts, lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, and cucumber give it plenty of color. The peanut sauce makes the dis…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 23, 2026

    7 Best Member’s Mark Items at Sam’s Club, According to Members

    If there is one thing Sam’s Club members appreciate about the members-only club, it is the store’s in-house Member’s Mark brand. Famous for high-quality for less food, name-brand dupes, and in-store cooked items, some shoppers maintain the brand is worth the membership dues alone. What should you grab on your next Sam’s Club shopping trip? Here are the 7 best Member’s Mark items at Sam’s Club, according to members.…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 23, 2026

    If Your Grandma Made These 7 Dishes, You Grew Up in a Real Southern Kitchen

    There is nothing quite like your grandmother’s cooking, especially if you are from the South. From buttermilk biscuits to deep-fried entrees, the matriarch of your family was likely known for her magic in the kitchen and ability to whip up delicious, calorie-filled meals from scratch. What are some of the most famous dishes? If your grandma made these 7 dishes, you grew up in a real Southern kitchen. Chicken and Dum…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 23, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Meatloaf Sandwiches, According to Diners

    Regular meatloaf is always a deliciously savory meal that ticks every comfort food box, but when you need something more filling, a meatloaf sandwich is ideal. The sandwich is simple enough: Thick slices of meatloaf tucked into warm, soft, bread, with classic ketchup/mustard sauces, gravy, and more, resulting in a truly satisfying meal. Whether enjoyed by itself or with sides like french fries, a good meatloaf sandw…