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  • StorymindbodygreenAug 3, 2026

    How Low Levels Of This Vitamin Impact Men’s Testosterone Levels

    It also impacts sperm quality. It also impacts sperm quality.

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 3, 2026

    This Environmental Factor Offers Protection Against Type 2 Diabetes

    Get outside! Get outside!

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 3, 2026

    GLP-1s Beyond Weight Loss — An MD's Guide To The Latest Research

    Whether fat loss is your goal or not, here's what the research shows for the rest of the body.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 3, 2026

    5 Best Deli Counter Cheeses, According to Shoppers

    To make a delicious sandwich, you need high-quality meat, delicious bread, and fresh veggies. But also, don’t make cheese an afterthought. The wrong cheese can ruin a sandwich. Luckily, you can buy some seriously delicious deli cheese at your local grocery store. What brands slice the most delicious cheeses? Here are 5 deli counter cheeses, according to shoppers. Boar’s Head Boar’s Head doesn’t just make high-qualit…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 3, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Hot Fudge Cake, According to Diners

    What is even better than chocolate cake? Hot fudge cake . Though I am not a huge chocolate fan and will rarely order any chocolate desserts, there is something about a hot chocolate dessert that I can’t say no to. From molten chocolate lava cakes to hot brownie sundaes, crumbs are rarely left behind when diners order these popular desserts. Where can you get the most delicious hot fudge cakes? Here are 5 restaurant…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 3, 2026

    7 Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches Shoppers Say Beat the Drive-Thru

    Frozen breakfast sandwiches are perfect for mornings where you want something quick, delicious, and convenient, and might not have the time or ingredients to make your breakfast for scratch. These frozen items last for ages and can save you time and money hitting the drive-thru. But which ones are best? With so many different options on supermarket shelves, shoppers are spoiled for choice these days, but some are he…

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 3, 2026

    Best Vegan Perfumes 2026: Cruelty-Free Scents Without the Hidden Chemicals

    The best vegan, cruelty-free perfumes for 2026 — plus how to spot the phthalates hiding behind the word "fragrance."

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 3, 2026

    10 New Ideas for Making Delicious Veggie Burgers

    Craving a satisfying veggie burger? Discover 10 fresh ideas for flavorful, hold-together patties that will impress everyone. Get my top tips!

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 3, 2026

    19 Easy and Delicious Veggie Recipes for Fritters

    Discover 19 easy, delicious fritter recipes! From savory corn to sweet apple, find your new favorite plant-based fried treat. Get cooking!

  • StoryOne Green PlanetAug 3, 2026

    Cocoa Avocado Tartlet [Vegan, Raw, Gluten-Free]

    This raw, gluten-free Cocoa Avocado Tartlet features a rich, creamy avocado-based filling and a simple walnut-date crust, requiring no baking.

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 3, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Bone-In Wings, According to Diners

    If you are a fan of bone-in wings , you already know that some restaurant chains do them better than others. There are so many ways a wing can go wrong, ranging from being dry or tasteless to so tiny that there is barely any meat to gnaw off. If you want big, juicy, bone-in wings to satisfy a craving, there are a handful of places to feast. Here are 5 restaurant chains with the best bone-in wings, according to diner…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 3, 2026

    Over 80% Of Toddler Food In Texas Grocery Stores Is Ultra-Processed, Finds Audit

    Over 80 percent of food for toddlers and young children sold at US grocery stores is ultra-processed, according to a new audit. The audit also found that 49 percent of products failed to meet one of the World Health Organization’s (WHO) nutritional standards for infants and kids. Read more: Kids Everywhere Need To Eat More Plant-Based Foods, Finds Study Erin A Hudson, a Science Policy fellow and PhD candidate at the…

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 3, 2026

    A simple supplement could help the immune system fight cancer and viruses

    Low arginine levels may allow cancer cells and viruses to slip past the immune system by reducing production of a crucial cellular warning protein. In mice, arginine-rich diets led to fewer colon tumors and milder viral infections, suggesting a simple supplement could have powerful therapeutic potential.

  • RecipeAmbitious KitchenAug 2, 2026

    Our Favorite Healthy Salad Dressings

    Our Favorite Healthy Salad Dressings The best healthy salad dressings that you can make right at home with simple ingred...

  • RecipeWell PlatedAug 3, 2026

    August Cooking Challenge

    August Cooking Challenge Join my August Cooking Challenge for a chance to win a $100 gift card! This month's Cooking Cha...

  • RecipeWell PlatedAug 3, 2026

    August Cooking Challenge

    August Cooking Challenge Join my August Cooking Challenge for a chance to win a $100 gift card! This month's Cooking Cha...

  • StorymindbodygreenAug 3, 2026

    New Study Links Low-Protein Diets To Slower Aging—But Here’s What It’s Missing

    Oh wait, it's animal research... Oh wait, it's animal research...

  • StoryScienceDaily — NutritionAug 4, 2026

    Your brain may be wired to regain lost weight

    Weight loss is not simply a test of willpower. The human brain evolved to protect body fat during times of scarcity, and it can treat a previously higher weight as the new normal, triggering stronger hunger, cravings, and lower energy use after weight loss. This biological “memory” helps explain why many people regain weight after dieting and why medications such as Wegovy and Mounjaro can help by reducing appetite…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 4, 2026

    I Tried 6 Campbell’s Chunky Soups & One Is Head and Shoulders Above the Rest

    Premade chunky soups are a nice option when you want something light yet filling, a one-stop-shop where all you have to do is heat and eat. Campbell’s has several new chunky soups on the shelves right now, and from the packaging alone they look delicious—but how do they actually taste? I grabbed six of the Campbell’s Chunky Bowls to see how they compared, and ranked them from least to best. These bowls take just min…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 4, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains with the Best Belgian Waffles, According to Chefs

    Belgian waffles may seem simple, but they’re surprisingly difficult to get right. The best versions have crisp, golden exteriors, light and airy interiors, and deep pockets that hold butter, syrup, and toppings without becoming soggy. While many breakfast chains serve waffles, only a few consistently deliver the texture and flavor that make this classic morning favorite worth ordering. Eat This, Not That! turned to…

  • StoryPlant Based NewsAug 4, 2026

    Mo Gilligan Eats Fried Chicken Every Day For A Month In New Documentary

    Mo Gilligan eats nothing but fried chicken for 28 days in his new Netflix documentary. The award-winning British comedian stars in Big Chicken: A Fast Food Conspiracy , which examines the history of fried chicken and how the “big business” of fast food and factory farming affect human health and the environment. Read more: Planetary Health Diet Cuts Heart Disease Risk By 28%, Finds 20-Year Study Big Chicken: A Fast…

  • StoryTIME — HealthAug 4, 2026

    The New Rush to Mine America

    More expansive than the island of Manhattan, Thacker Pass in northern Nevada is the biggest U.S. lithium-mining project developed in decades. And it’s been one of the country’s most visible flash points in the race to build new critical-mineral mines. While at first spurred by the clean-energy transition, the demand for critical minerals is now driven by their role as essential ingredients for AI data centers. But l…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 4, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best Gyros, According to Diners

    If you’re craving really good gyro, more restaurants than ever are offering this delicious Mediterranean dish. Whether enjoyed on a salad, in a wrap, or as part of a platter with sides like hummus, salad, falafel and garlic sauce, good gyro is worth every penny. But where are the best ones to be found? While independent eateries can be relied on for truly authentic gyros and shawarma, several chains have options so…

  • StoryEat This, Not That!Aug 4, 2026

    5 Restaurant Chains With the Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffets, According to Diners

    I love a good all-you-can-eat buffet . When I was a kid, I remember looking forward to a buffet experience, whether it was at a hotel, the local Hometown Buffet, or Souplantation/Sweet Tomatoes, one of my all-time favorites. In the post-COVID culinary world, it has become increasingly difficult to find a good buffet, but luckily a few exist. From budget-friendly to bougie, here are 5 restaurant chains with the best…