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  • StorymindbodygreenJun 7, 2026

    This Greek Spaghetti With Meat Sauce Is A Mediterranean-Diet Dream

    Enjoy! Enjoy!

  • StorymindbodygreenJun 7, 2026

    What Being A Late Eater Means For Your Blood Sugar, According To Research

    And how to improve your eating schedule. And how to improve your eating schedule.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 7, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains Where One Meal Feeds Two People, According to Diners

    Bigger isn’t always better, especially when it comes to food portions. Personally, I would rather enjoy a lick-every-last-crumb-off-the-plate-delicious meal than nibble on average food with enough to bring home as leftovers. Fortunately, there are some chain restaurants that understand the assignment, cooking up finger-licking-good food in portion sizes big enough to share. Where can you get generously sized meals f…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 7, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Baked Lasagna, According to Diners

    There are so many delicious pastas on the menu at your go-to Italian spot, but there is really only one that is the ultimate comfort meal: Baked lasagna . If you are Italian, the meal is likely super nostalgia-inducing, as most Nonnas cooked the best version of the layered pasta dish in the whole world. If you can’t make it to her house, there are a handful of Italian chains serving up delicious baked lasagna dishes…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 7, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches, According to Diners

    If you are craving chicken parmesan but don’t feel like eating with a knife and fork, order it as a sandwich. The chicken parm sandwich is one of my favorites. Similar to the pasta dish, it comes with a delicious, breaded, seasoned chicken cutlet topped with melted mozzarella cheese and smothered in marinara sauce, then sandwiched between a sub roll or two pieces of bread. The hot sandwich is super delicious when yo…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 7, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Sausage and Peppers, According to Diners

    Sausage and peppers are the perfect savory combo, whether as a platter or in a soft bread roll . This simple, no-frills dish is packed with flavor, from the rich grilled sausage to the sweet tasty peppers. If you’re craving sausage and peppers but want to know you’re getting the best, many chains have outstanding variations diners are obsessed with. Here are five chains where the sausage and peppers are absolutely d…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsJun 7, 2026

    Try This Vegan Greek Tiramisu With Tsureki And Tofu

    This vegan Greek tiramisu from Natlicious Food brings a new angle to a familiar dessert by using tsoureki instead of traditional ladyfingers. Tsoureki is a soft, slightly sweet braided bread often linked to Greek Easter, which gives the dish a different texture and flavor. It absorbs the coffee while holding its shape, creating a layered dessert that feels both light and structured. The cream keeps things simple and…

  • StorymindbodygreenJun 7, 2026

    Can You Out-Exercise A Bad Diet? How To Protect Your Muscle Health

    The science on processed foods & muscle health The science on processed foods & muscle health

  • StoryPlant Based NewsJun 7, 2026

    Over Half Of Men Perceive The Carnivore Diet As ‘Masculine’

    More than half of men perceive the carnivore diet as masculine, finds a new poll. Meanwhile, approximately a third of men associated plant-based and vegan diets with femininity, rising to just over a third for soy products, in particular. Read more: Scientists Just Reduced People’s Biological Age With A Four-Week Diet The survey , published by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), was conducted b…

  • StoryBBC News — HealthJun 8, 2026

    Top five-a-day foods new study says your heart needs

    Not all fruit and veg is equal for getting nutrients called flavanols, say researchers.

  • StoryPlant Based NewsJun 8, 2026

    Gluten-Free And Vegan Banana Bread

    This gluten-free and vegan banana bread keeps things simple. It uses ripe bananas, almond flour, and gluten-free flour to create a soft loaf that works well for breakfast or an afternoon snack. The texture stays moist without feeling heavy, and the recipe comes together with basic pantry ingredients. You can also add walnuts or chocolate chips if you want a little extra texture. Jane Olivia keeps the process straigh…

  • StoryThe Guardian — Health & wellbeingJun 8, 2026

    Is it true that … sugar is ‘toxic’?

    Influencers often brand sugar as inherently harmful – but not all sweet foods are created equal ‘It’s a common myth,” says Dr Emily Leeming, a dietitian at King’s College London – and one that thrives on social media. The confusion, she says, often comes from people cutting out sugary foods and feeling better. But that can be because removing ultra-processed sweet treats improves the overall quality of a diet (makin…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 8, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Lobster Bisque, According to Diners

    Lobster bisque is a wonderfully rich, creamy seafood soup that diners love for good reason—it’s absolutely delicious and when done right, easily one of the best things on the menu. Many seafood shacks in coastal areas have beautiful bisque, but some restaurant chains also have bisque so good customers order it on repeat. If you’re craving this seafood staple, here are five chains where the lobster bisque is outstand…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 8, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Blackened Catfish, According to Diners

    Blackened catfish is a delicious Southern classic, offering seafood fans a nice alternative to the typical fried catfish options. This style of catfish is usually served with vegetables and rice for a hearty, flavor-packed meal diners love. Many seafood restaurants across the South have great blackened catfish on the menu, but some chains have blackened catfish so good it’s worth the trip alone. Here are five option…

  • StorymindbodygreenJun 8, 2026

    This Everyday Eating Pattern Was Linked To A 55% Higher Risk Of Depression

    Another reason not to skip breakfast Another reason not to skip breakfast

  • StorymindbodygreenJun 8, 2026

    These “Healthy” Ingredients Are Hurting Your Brain, Study Finds

    Sugar-free doesn't mean risk-free Sugar-free doesn't mean risk-free

  • StorymindbodygreenJun 8, 2026

    This Ultraprocessed Food Is The Worst Kind For Your Brain Health

    Consider this a reason to rethink your next deli order. Consider this a reason to rethink your next deli order.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 8, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Hot Roast Beef Plates, According to Diners

    If you are a meat-eater, you understand the crave-worthiness of a good roast beef plate. Whether it is prime rib, pot roast, or another slow-roasted, perfectly seasoned, and oh-so-tender meat meal, there is something that just makes me feel at home with every bite. Where can you order roast beef meals when dining out? Here are 5 restaurant chains with the best hot roast beef plates, according to diners. Bob Evans Bo…

  • StoryOne Green PlanetJun 8, 2026

    Mediterranean Pinwheels [Vegan]

    Discover this easy vegan mediterranean pinwheels [vegan] ready in 30 minutes. Plant-based and satisfying. Get the recipe now. Make it in minutes. So satisfying.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetJun 8, 2026

    Pineapple Pizza Tacos [Vegan]

    Discover this easy vegan pineapple pizza tacos [vegan] ready in 30 minutes. Plant-based and satisfying. Make it in minutes. Perfect for any meal. So satisfying.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 8, 2026

    5 Steakhouse Chains With the Best Prime Rib Lunches, According to Diners

    I have some good news, as well as some bad. Starting on a positive note, you can enjoy a delicious prime rib lunch. The not-so-good? Most restaurants serve the savory, slow-cooked meat dish only on weekends during the day. There are a handful of chains serving piping hot plates of roast beef with all the fixings that can be enjoyed at midday. Here are 5 steakhouse chains with the best prime rib lunches. Lawry’s The…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 8, 2026

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

    A good fish sandwich needs to have a good fish patty, made from real fish that has been battered and breaded before being fried to a golden-brown. Whether cod, haddock, pollock, catfish or another sandwich-friendly fish, the perfect fish patty should be crispy and flavorful on the outside and tender and flakey on the inside. With excellent bread and toppings like cheese, tomato, lettuce, and tartar/mayo/aioli, it do…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 8, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains with the Best Fried Oyster Platters, According to Diners

    Fried oysters are a savory, delicious delight, offering seafood fans a nice alternative to the usual raw oysters restaurants have on the menu. Breaded or battered and seasoned to perfection, these tasty bites are perfect for items like po’boys or fried seafood baskets served with fries and hushpuppies. If you’re craving not good but great fried oysters, the following five chains have it down to an art: Here are five…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jun 8, 2026

    7 Restaurant Chains With the Best Fish Dinner Specials, According to Diners

    Many restaurants offer fish specials (especially on Fridays) but which are the best? Many restaurants offer impressive deals where diners can feast on delicious fried, grilled, and sauteed fish, served with a variety of sides at a very reasonable price. If you’re craving good seafood but want to make sure you’re getting real value for money, the following spots are worth adding to your list. Here are seven chain res…