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  • StorymindbodygreenJul 15, 2026

    This Popular Drink Influenced Genes Linked To Inflammation & Heart Health

    When it comes to heart health, one small detail may make all the difference. When it comes to heart health, one small detail may make all the difference.

  • StoryPlant Based NewsJul 15, 2026

    Could A Plant-Based Diet Make You More Attractive?

    Could adopting a plant-based or plant-rich diet make you more attractive? A new narrative review has found that eating less meat and more plants can change how you look, smell, and feel, and benefit your overall health. Read more: Industry-Backed Research More Likely To Say Meat Is Beneficial, Finds Study The narrative review was conducted by David Goldman, best known for his work as the chief science advisor on The…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionJul 15, 2026

    Chewing bubble gum after beetroot may help lower blood pressure

    A new study found that chewing sugary gum after eating nitrate-rich vegetables or drinking beetroot juice helped the body produce more beneficial nitrite, leading to a temporary drop in blood pressure. Researchers hope the discovery will lead to healthier ways to enhance the cardiovascular and performance benefits of dietary nitrate without relying on sugar.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 15, 2026

    6 Restaurant Chains With the Best Wedge Salads, According to Chefs

    The wedge salad has earned a permanent place on steakhouse menus, but not every version lives up to the classic. The best ones balance crisp lettuce with rich dressing and flavorful toppings without overwhelming the salad itself. “A great wedge salad proves that sometimes the simplest dishes are the most satisfying,” says Dennis Littley, Chef and Culinary Expert at Ask Chef Dennis . “Crisp iceberg lettuce, smoky bac…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 15, 2026

    5 Best Frozen Lo Mein Meals, According to Shoppers

    Frozen lo mein is perfect for a quick meal or snack, and can be dressed up with your choice of extra proteins and vegetables. These flavorful noodles are incredibly convenient when kept in the freezer as it takes no time at all to heat up perfectly without losing the taste and texture that makes lo mein so delicious. From chicken to vegetable options, savory and spicy, lo mein is always a good idea: If you’re lookin…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 15, 2026

    5 Best Frozen Peach Cobblers, According to Shoppers

    Peach cobbler is an iconic Southern dessert perfect for summertime: Juicy peaches and buttery crust combine to make a sweet treat people are rightfully obsessed with. If you’re craving this classic pie, there are a few frozen options perfect for days when you’re craving dessert but don’t want the mess or effort involved. These peachy treats can be served with ice cream or whipped cream, but also work just by themsel…

  • StoryOne Green PlanetJul 15, 2026

    Best Electric Composters 2026: Food Scraps to Soil at Home

    The best electric kitchen composters for 2026 — from the microbial Reencle that makes real compost to budget dehydrators — with an honest look at what they actually do and their eco tradeoffs.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetJul 15, 2026

    10 Flavor-Packed Summer Sides

    Whether you're planning a neighborhood-wide cook-out, a grilling session for your family, a romantic deck dinner for two or fancy dinner party, we've got your covered with side-dishes to impress any guest.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 15, 2026

    4 Restaurant Chains With the Best Beignets

    Beignets are delicious squares of deep-fried French pastries, a staple New Orleans dessert which is infamously addictive. These crispy, chewy, powdered sugar-laden treats are wildly popular with diners who can’t get enough, whether it’s a regular beignet or something special like a Nutella or fruit variety. If you’re craving this delightful pastry, several restaurants and cafes have them down to an art: Here are fou…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 15, 2026

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

    I was recently watching Love Story, the Ryan Murphy biographical romantic-drama anthology television series, and spotted a true 1990s icon in one of the scenes: a red-and-white KFC fried chicken bucket. Did you really live in the 1980s to 1990s if you didn’t have the social experience of sharing a bucket of white and dark chicken pieces with a group of people? I’m not sure why the fried chicken bucket isn’t as popul…

  • StoryTIME — HealthJul 15, 2026

    The Next Frontier in Alzheimer's Treatment? Targeting Tau

    Test tubes in a holder —Getty Images For most of the past few decades, scientists chasing treatments for Alzheimer’s disease have focused on attacking the buildup of one protein in the brain that contributes to the disease: amyloid . They've had some success; there are currently two anti-amyloid treatments approved. But while amyloid plaques are important in Alzheimer’s disease, memory and cognitive symptoms frequen…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsJul 15, 2026

    Ginger-Infused Strawberry Oat Bake

    This ginger-infused strawberry oat bake from Frankie Paz’s cookbook Plant Feasts brings together a fruity strawberry layer and a crumbly oat topping in one breakfast dish. Inspired by a traditional fruit crumble, it uses everyday ingredients to create something that works equally well for breakfast or a mid-morning snack. The homemade strawberry chia jam adds plenty of fruit flavor and helps hold everything together…

  • RecipeSkinnytasteJul 15, 2026

    Smashed Salmon Broccoli Rice Bowls

    Spicy Smashed Salmon Broccoli Rice Bowl is a quick, 30-minute, protein-packed dinner made with roasted salmon, broccoli,...

  • StorymindbodygreenJul 15, 2026

    This Surprising Fiber Benefit Has Nothing To Do With Digestion

    Plus, a cheat sheet for eating 30+ grams of fiber a day Plus, a cheat sheet for eating 30+ grams of fiber a day

  • StorymindbodygreenJul 15, 2026

    A Parasite Is In The Produce Aisle: Here’s The Smartest Thing To Do With Fruit

    It's time to jam. It's time to jam.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 16, 2026

    5 Best Frozen Pizzas, According to Chefs

    Few freezer staples are as convenient or satisfying as frozen pizza. While not every pie delivers the crisp crust, flavorful sauce, and gooey cheese you’d expect from your favorite pizzeria, some brands come surprisingly close. “A great frozen pizza starts with a crust that bakes up crisp on the outside while staying tender inside,” says Dennis Littley, Chef and Culinary Expert at Ask Chef Dennis . “Quality sauce, f…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsJul 16, 2026

    ‘Traitors’ Star Paul Gorton Says ‘Being Vegan Is The Easiest Life Choice I’ve Made’

    TV presenter and Traitors star Paul Gorton has said that being vegan is “the easiest life choice” that he’s ever made. He also revealed that he was previously a heavy consumer of meat and dairy products, but went “full vegan” overnight. Read more: Zack Polanski Just Interviewed Vegan Drag Queen Bimini In May, Plant Based News ( PBN ) shared a reel of Sir David Attenborough on Instagram in celebration of the iconic b…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 16, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Cajun Chicken Pasta

    If you love spicy pasta , Cajun chicken pasta is always a good idea. The spice level can be adapted to taste, but diners can expect a fair amount of heat from the tasty Creole seasonings, resulting in an addictive dish bursting with flavor. The chicken is usually nice and crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, with a delicious sauce binding it all together. So which restaurants carry this must-have meal? Her…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 16, 2026

    5 Best Canned Clam Chowders, According to Shoppers

    There is nothing like clam chowder to bring some warmth and comfort on a cold day, or any time something simple yet flavorful is needed. Paired with some crusty toasted bread, this delicious soup is light enough to work as a lunch and filling enough to feel like you’re getting a proper meal. Shoppers lucky enough to have access to Northeastern from-scratch chowders can get their seafood fix whenever they want, but f…

  • StoryOne Green PlanetJul 16, 2026

    Best Vegan Freeze-Dried Dog Treats 2026: Plant-Based Picks

    The best vegan freeze-dried dog treats for 2026 — 100% plant-based, single-ingredient pumpkin, sweet potato, carrot, and apple picks your dog will love, no meat required.

  • StoryOne Green PlanetJul 16, 2026

    10 Homemade Breads That Will Transform Your Favorite Sandwich

    To take your meal to a new level, try one of these 10 homemade breads that will transform your favorite sandwich.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 16, 2026

    7 Sam’s Club Items Members Return the Most

    Sam’s Club has great prices on a wide variety of items, but not all are worth even the discount prices. Shoppers know what they like about the store, and are very vocal about what they don’t like as well. If you’re planning a Sam’s Club haul soon and want to know what some other members avoid, there are a few with reviews that go from mixed to “return immediately”: From raw meat to prepared deli foods, here are seve…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Jul 16, 2026

    5 Best Canned Cooked Chicken, According to Shoppers

    Canned chicken is a versatile pantry staple perfect for throwing together quick salads for wraps, sandwiches, dips, casseroles, and much more. Usually packed in water, this cooked chicken breast is one of the best canned goods to keep on hand as it keeps for a very long time and makes a nice alternative to canned meat and fish. Taste and texture is everything with canned chicken—no mushiness, just perfectly cooked w…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsJul 16, 2026

    This Vegan Parmesan Cheese Uses Two Unexpected Ingredients

    Miyoko Schinner has spent decades rethinking what cheese can be. In a recent video, the vegan cheese pioneer shares a vegan Parmesan cheese recipe that might just ruin the dairy version for you. Her recipe involves fermentation, clever ingredient swaps, and a few surprising additions to recreate the aged, dry texture of traditional Parmigiano. The result looks, smells, and behaves like the real thing but is entirely…