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  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 31, 2026

    The Economics of Public Grocery Stores

    New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaks at a food distribution center in the Brooklyn, New York on July 27, 2026. —Spencer Platt—Getty Images As New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani works to implement his campaign promise to create public grocery stores , the initiative has been met with significant criticism, especially from economists. The criticism is, I believe, badly misplaced, based on the very models of the econom…

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 31, 2026

    New Study Shows This Surprising Supplement May Lower LDL Cholesterol

    It's not fiber. It's not fiber.

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 31, 2026

    Women Who Ate More Of This Had 31% Lower Ovarian Cancer Odds

    These everyday foods may have more to do with ovarian cancer risk than you think.

  • StoryThe Guardian — Health & wellbeingAug 31, 2026

    ‘I organised my spices – and feel happy every time I cook!’ 12 readers on their most rewarding tiny accomplishments

    Forget writing that novel: the most satisfying tasks are often the smallest. From batch cooking and bird feeding, to filling a kettle with meticulous precision, our readers reveal their favourites Sometimes, it’s the smallest accomplishments that bring the biggest feelings of joy. You don’t need to run a marathon or write a novel to get a sense of achievement; something as simple as reorganising your cutlery drawer…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 31, 2026

    Popular sweeteners may leave effects that last for generations

    Two widely used zero-calorie sweeteners, sucralose and stevia, may have effects that linger far longer than the sweet taste itself. In mice, researchers found that both sweeteners altered the gut microbiome, reduced beneficial compounds produced by gut bacteria, and changed the activity of genes involved in metabolism and inflammation. Some of those changes were also detected in later generations that had never cons…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 31, 2026

    Your waist size may reveal health risks BMI misses

    A simple waist measurement may be nearly as effective as more complicated methods for detecting unhealthy levels of body fat. Researchers also found that BMI alone missed many people with obesity, suggesting waist size could provide an important warning sign.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 31, 2026

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

    Fried shrimp and coleslaw is a classic seafood combo, the crispy juicy shrimp and crunchy, tangy coleslaw resulting in a truly delicious and satisfying meal. Unlike more special options like conch or clams, shrimp is widely available in restaurants across the country, but which ones have seafood customers go back for? If you’re craving excellent shrimp and slaw that is fresh, creamy, and tangy, here are five chains…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 31, 2026

    7 Frozen Meals That Taste Like a Sunday Dinner, According to Shoppers

    Everyone has their own version of a Sunday dinner favorite. For some, it’s hearty spaghetti and gravy or lasagne, while others prefer pot roast or turkey. Whatever your go-to is, there are frozen meal options that can help you feast on your favorite comfort food without actually having to cook it. What do shoppers grab when they are craving a home-cooked and cozy Sunday night meal? Here are 7 frozen meals that taste…

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 31, 2026

    Don’t Know How to Cook Flavorful Tofu? These 5 Recipes Will Help You Master It!

    These seasoning tips will help you master tofu. These seasoning tips will help you master tofu.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 31, 2026

    15 Vegan Italian Recipes That Will Make Your Mouth Water

    Grab yourself a big plate of vegan Italian food and mangia! Grab yourself a big plate of vegan Italian food and mangia!

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 31, 2026

    Oil-free Kale-Edamame Hummus [Vegan]

    This vibrant, oil-free hummus blends garbanzo beans with fresh kale and edamame for a unique, nutrient-packed spread that's perfect for dipping.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 31, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Sweet Potatoes, According to Diners

    It’s not very common to find sweet potatoes (aside from sweet potato fries) on the menu, unless you are in the South. However, many diners swear that the sweet spud is even better than the OG. Sometimes a side of sweet potatoes even tastes like dessert. Where can you get the best sweet potatoes at a chain near you? Here are 5 restaurant chains with the best sweet potatoes, according to diners. Texas Roadhouse The Lo…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 31, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Southern Vegetable Plates, According to Diners

    Vegetables are most certainly not an afterthought when it comes to Southern cuisine. Staple dishes like okra, collard greens, turnip greens, black eyed peas, fried green tomatoes, sweet potato and more are prepped and cooked with exceptional love and care; and many restaurants pride themselves on how delicious these veggies are. The best vegetables are obviously made in a Southern grandmother’s kitchen, but there ar…

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 31, 2026

    Want Healthier Gums? This Is The Vitamin You Need More Of

    Protect that smile. Protect that smile.

  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 31, 2026

    How to Stop Wasting So Much Food in Your Kid’s Lunchbox

    —Klaus Vedfelt—Getty Images Collect everything the average American kid throws away in the school cafeteria over a single year, pile it on a scale, and you'd be looking at roughly 39 lbs of food . That’s about what a typical 4-year-old weighs. Multiply that across the country, and school food waste adds up to an estimated 530,000 tons every year—an alarming amount of uneaten sandwiches, rejected fruit , and unopened…

  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 31, 2026

    4 Easy Ways to Start the Mediterranean Diet

    —Fcafotodigital—Getty Images The Mediterranean diet is one of the most researched and most prescribed eating plans for weight loss , heart health , and many conditions in between. Research has linked it to better health outcomes, including lower rates of Type 2 diabetes, stroke, heart issues , cancer, and even better cognitive health . Yet many people still have misconceptions about the Mediterranean diet : mainly t…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 31, 2026

    5 Home Exercises That Build a 6-Pack in 21 Days After 60

    A stronger-looking midsection after 60 comes from two pieces working together: training the abs and eating in a way that helps uncover them. Fitness trends love to make that sound complicated, but the basics still win. Build meals around protein, keep portions consistent, walk often, and train your core with exercises that make your abs brace, rotate, and stay steady. With clients over 60, I start with core work the…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsSep 1, 2026

    US Doctors’ Group Files Lawsuit Over ‘Industry-Influenced Dietary Guidelines’

    A doctors’ group has filed a lawsuit over the “industry-influenced” US dietary guidelines. In a new lawsuit, the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) claims that a “secret panel” of “meat, dairy, and fad diet industry insiders” was hired to “ghostwrite” the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA). Read more: One Dead And Hundreds Ill As UKHSA Declares National Salmonella Outbreak PCRM filed…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Sep 1, 2026

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

    Fried fish and cornbread is up there with the best of the best of Southern classic comfort meals—there’s nothing better than freshly-fried, crispy fish paired with savory, crumbly warm cornbread. This delicious combo is easy enough to find at any Midwestern/Southern fish fry spot, but many chain restaurants also serve up fried fish and cornbread so good diners rave about it. If you’re in the mood for a really good f…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Sep 1, 2026

    6 Best Olive Oil Brands, According to Chefs

    Olive oil is one of those kitchen staples where the right bottle can make a noticeable difference. While some oils are best suited for high-heat cooking, others shine when drizzled over finished dishes, whisked into dressings or paired with delicate ingredients. To find the ones chefs actually recommend, Eat This, Not That! asked culinary professionals about the olive oils they keep in their kitchens and what makes…

  • StorymindbodygreenSep 1, 2026

    Which Workout Supplements Are Really Worth The Hype? What A New Study Says

    They’re having a moment in fitness, but your muscles may not be as impressed. They’re having a moment in fitness, but your muscles may not be as impressed.

  • StorymindbodygreenSep 1, 2026

    The Better Way To Build An Anti-Inflammatory Diet? Add This One Food

    A healthier diet isn't always about subtracting. A healthier diet isn't always about subtracting.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Sep 1, 2026

    5 Frozen Fried Chicken Brands Shoppers Say Are the Crispiest

    Great fried chicken is all about the crunch. Of course juicy, flavorful meat matters, but there’s nothing like sinking your teeth through a perfectly golden, crispy coating. Homemade fried chicken means oil splatters and a lot of cleanup, but the freezer aisle offers a quick meal in a pinch. Some frozen options are better than others, and shoppers have plenty to say about their favorite meals. These five frozen frie…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Sep 1, 2026

    5 Chain Restaurants With the Best BBQ Chicken Pizza, According to Chefs

    BBQ chicken pizza is one of those combinations that brings together sweet, smoky, savory, and cheesy flavors in every bite. But with so many chain restaurants offering their own take on the specialty pie, some versions stand out more than others. To find the best, Eat This, Not That! asked Therese Buchanan , home chef, food blogger & recipe developer at Tessie’s Table , which chain restaurants serve BBQ chicken pizz…