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  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 27, 2026

    Cheezy Polenta Bruschetta [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

    Transform simple polenta into crisp, cheezy bruschetta bases, topped with fresh guacamole and a vibrant mint salsa for a unique plant-based appetizer.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 27, 2026

    26 Tempting Tempeh Recipes You’ll Love

    Whether tempeh is new to you or you’ve been eating it for years, you need to try these amazing recipes. You’ll fall in love with tempeh all over again.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 27, 2026

    5 Chain Restaurants With the Best Banana Cream Pie, According to Chefs

    We all have that one dessert that’s hard to resist, and banana cream pie is it for many. With its creamy filling, fresh bananas, flaky crust, and fluffy topping, it hits the sweet spot between rich and refreshing. But not every restaurant gets the balance right. To highlight the best spots, Eat This, Not That! asked Eva Filer , home chef, recipe developer, and food blogger at My Rad Kitchen , which chain restaurants…

  • StoryNutritionFacts.org — articlesAug 27, 2026

    The Corporate Playbook behind Undermining Dietary Guidelines

    International Life Sciences Institute, a nonprofit, is accused of being a front group for Coca-Cola and other junk food giants. In 2019, a series of reviews was published in the Annals of Internal Medicine that concluded the same thing that past reviews have concluded : Adhering to dietary patterns that are lower in red or processed meat intake may result in decreased risks for premature death, cardiometabolic disea…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 27, 2026

    Eating more ultra-processed foods may raise prostate cancer risk by 30%

    Ultra-processed foods make up a huge share of the American diet, and new research suggests they may carry another serious health risk for men. In a nationally representative study of more than 17,000 U.S. men, those who ate more ultra-processed foods, including soft drinks, packaged snacks, cereals, and processed meats, had roughly 24% to 31% higher risks of prostate cancer after accounting for factors such as age,…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 27, 2026

    4 Chain Restaurants With the Best Pierogies, According to Chefs

    Pierogies are the kind of comfort food that can be enjoyed in countless ways, whether you prefer a classic potato-and-cheese filling or something a little more unexpected. The Polish dumpling can be sweet or savory, and in the States, they’re not too easy to find, although they’re a popular dish. To highlight the best spots to grab the tasty dumplings, Eat This, Not That! turned to Eva Filer , home chef, recipe deve…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 27, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Fried Shrimp and Fried Okra, According to Diners

    Fried shrimp and okra is a classic Southern dish, found at many Cajun, Creole, and soul food spots, especially seafood chains. Whether as a platter with other seafood options like fish and oysters or just by itself, juicy shrimp always goes well with earthy, savory okra. Simple yet bursting with flavor, shrimp and okra are a truly delicious duo, and diners have their favorite spots to enjoy this staple dish. Here ar…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 27, 2026

    Vitamin C won’t prevent most colds, but it may do one small thing

    The belief that huge doses of vitamin C can ward off colds was popularized more than 50 years ago by Nobel Prize winner Linus Pauling. Since then, larger studies have found that vitamin C does not prevent most people from catching a cold, although regularly taking it may make severe symptoms slightly shorter or milder.

  • StoryFood Revolution NetworkAug 27, 2026

    Is Spinach Healthy? And How to Prepare Spinach for Flavor and Nutrition

    Popeye the Sailor Man built his entire brand around spinach. Every episode, the same routine: Things go sideways, Popeye squeezes open a can, downs the whole thing in one go, and immediately gains the strength to sort out whatever catastrophe Bluto has caused. As it turns out, Popeye was onto something, though the science is a bit more interesting than a can of spinach giving you instant cartoon muscles. Spinach rea…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 27, 2026

    4 Chair Exercises That Shrink Your Waistline Faster Than Gym Workouts After 60

    If you notice your waistline expanding, it’s time to take control. It’s never a great feeling to be in a fitting room and discover you’ve gone up a couple sizes in your favorite jeans. The reason why it’s so important to take action? Excess abdominal fat—particularly visceral fat —is linked to a higher risk of developing type-2 diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. There’s no time like the present to sta…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 27, 2026

    Dan Dan Noodles

    These dan dan noodles are a vegan version of a famous Sichuan street food dish. The recipe uses chewy wheat noodles, vegan mince, chili oil, sesame paste, soy sauce, and Sichuan peppercorns. Garlic-ginger water adds more flavor to the sauce. Preserved mustard greens, peanuts, and spring onions finish each bowl. Yang Liu and Katharina Pinczolits include this recipe in Vegan Asian Street Food . They replace the usual…

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 27, 2026

    Could This Vitamin Deficiency Affect Your Fibromyalgia Risk?

    Your vitamin levels may have more to do with pain than you think. Your vitamin levels may have more to do with pain than you think.

  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 27, 2026

    Will Eating a ‘Retinol Salad’ Really Improve Your Skin?

    —Photo-Illustration by Chloe Dowling for TIME (Source Images: Burazin/Getty Images, Science Photo Library/Getty Images) Applying serums or creams with retinol —a vitamin A-derivative known for its anti-aging and acne-fighting properties—may be a mainstay in your skin-care routine . Some social-media influencers claim you can benefit by “ eating your retinol ” in the form of carrot-dense salads. Is that true? “The an…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 28, 2026

    6 Restaurant Chains With the Best Cornbread and Butter, According to Diners

    I am a sucker for freshly baked cornbread , straight out of the oven, piping hot and served with butter or honey butter, which melts the second it hits the sweet, savory bread. You can make cornbread or corn muffins yourself, or enjoy them at a handful of chain restaurants that bake them throughout the day. Where can you get the most delicious cornbread? Here are 6 restaurant chains with the best cornbread and butte…

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 28, 2026

    The Everyday Habit That Is Linked To Nearly 11% Weight Loss

    A simple daily habit may have helped people shed more weight than expected. A simple daily habit may have helped people shed more weight than expected.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 28, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Smothered Chicken, According to Diners

    Smothered chicken is a classic comfort food dish beloved by diners for being simple yet packed with delicious flavors. Grilled or fried chicken is “smothered” in cheese or a rich gravy, resulting in a cheesy, creamy, savory meal that represents the best of “down home” cooking. It’s not the most exciting dish but that’s why it’s so charming—this is something you would have for Sunday dinner at grandma’s. If you’re cr…

  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 28, 2026

    When Did It Become So Hard to Make Plans With Friends?

    —aelitta—Getty Images I don’t expect anything of my friends that I don’t expect of myself. But lately, I’ve found myself disproportionately annoyed by tiny breaches of friendship etiquette. If I ask a friend to dinner and they say they’re busy without suggesting another date, I feel slighted. If I introduce two friends and they start hanging out without me, I wonder why neither thought to include me. Then I wonder:…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 28, 2026

    Scientists tested 212 plant-based meat alternatives. Every one contained fungal toxins

    Every one of 212 plant-based meat alternatives and drinks tested in the UK contained at least one naturally occurring fungal toxin, though concentrations remained below recommended EU guideline levels. Researchers say the bigger question is whether regularly eating large amounts of these foods could lead to potentially concerning cumulative exposure over time.

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 28, 2026

    Research Finds Nostalgia Remains ‘Major Barrier’ To Widespread Plant-Based Diets

    Nostalgia is still a “major barrier” to dietary change, including the widespread adoption of plant-based diets, according to new research. The findings showed that many people’s lingering attachment to foods made with animal products often stems from links between certain flavors, aromas, and culinary traditions and their culture and experiences, rather than with meat itself. Read more: Supermodel Christie Brinkley…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 28, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Chicken and Rice Dinners, According to Diners

    Chicken and rice is one of the most popular food pairings in almost every type of cuisine, from Chinese and Latin American to Greek. Poultry pairs perfectly with grain, and there are endless ways to prepare it depending on the sauce, spice, veggies, and method. It is also a healthier option because it’s nutritionally balanced. And the good news is, several chain restaurants do it well. Here are 5 restaurant chains w…

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 28, 2026

    Keep Your Dorm Pantry Stocked With These Simple, Energizing Plant-Based Staples

    Need snack ideas for college? Try these easy ideas! Need snack ideas for college? Try these easy ideas!

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 28, 2026

    10 Oat Meals That Aren’t Oatmeal

    Have a look at these recipes, and see how you can get a little more creative with that jar of oats in your cupboard beyond the bowl of hot oatmeal.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 28, 2026

    Pineapple Paradise Cups [Vegan]

    These Pineapple Paradise Cups feature a unique no-bake crust made from pecan meal and cranberries, topped with fresh banana and pureed pineapple, then frozen until solid.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 28, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Open-Faced Turkey Sandwiches, According to Diners

    Craving an open-faced turkey sandwich ? The bread-and-poultry combo is reminiscent of Thanksgiving dinner, making it one of the more nostalgia-inducing items you can order off a menu. However, it isn’t easy to find at chain restaurants unless you are dining out over the holiday season. And here’s a little hack: If restaurants have turkey dinner on the menu, you can easily modify it by asking for the meal to be prepa…