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There are two food rules I always keep in mind when building my meals: It can’t be dry, and it can’t be bland. It just so happens that dressings, sauces and marinades knock out both of those concerns in one fell swoop. And since there are only a select few store-bought options I like (like this Japanese barbecue sauce), most of my concoctions are homemade.  While I can make a tasty dressing with minimal effort, it doesn’t discount the fact that it adds an extra step to my cooking process. Luckily, my OXO dressing shaker’s clever design makes it a…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. The iGuardStove is the little black box in the middle of the photo. It can connect to your regular stove, whether gas or electric. Credit: Beth Skwarecki Radar-based sensors seem to be having a moment at CES, especially in tech meant for people to keep tabs on their aging family members. One product in particular caught my eye because it’s focused on a single important function—preventing kitchen fires caused by a person wandering away from the stove. iGuardStove is essentially a smart shutoff for a stove or cooktop. Its new, radar-equipped…

Starbucks had a lot of unexpected competition last year, from Sonic to an international rival that finally debuted in the U.S. Of course, Dunkin’ provided the most heat in the never-ending battle of coffee chain menus. Starbucks offered a Pistachio Latte, so Dunkin’ offered a Pistachio Signature Latte. Starbucks launched energy drinks, then Dunkin’ launched energy drinks. Starbucks added more Refreshers, and Dunkin’ added Refresher after Refresher after Refresher. The orange-clad coffee shop is catching up to the Seattle siren once again with a brand-new menu drop that offers a very trendy item Starbucks already launched last year. Dunkin’ is…

Be the first to rate & review! This one-pot chicken, cabbage and white bean soup is the kind of meal you’ll want on repeat. A splash of lemon keeps the broth bright, and a dollop of basil pesto stirred in at the end adds rich, herby flavor that makes the soup taste special. Easy enough for weeknights and even better as leftovers, this soup proves that simple ingredients can still be delicious. Published on January 6, 2026

Frozen foods are packed with nutrition, budget-friendly and convenience.Dietitians recommend items like Greek yogurt bars and cauliflower rice that offer protein, fiber and nutrients.Some frozen favorites, like veggie frittatas and chicken bites, cook up in minutes for fast balanced meals. Between Walmart’s grocery delivery and frozen food aisle, healthy eating can be convenient, cost-effective and simple. From protein and vegetables to fruits and ready-made meals, frozen foods make it easier to eat well without spending a lot of time or money. The idea that fresh is always better is outdated. In fact, frozen fruits and vegetables—picked and frozen at peak…

Breathlessness (also known as dyspnea) and anxiety are common symptoms experienced by individuals with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF).e60dc2a1-f33c-4a05-9b50-8e3e8e5976290476c8cf-327e-4420-94a4-9dcf9a1a4800 They are also linked together in a “dyspnea-anxiety cycle.” Feeling short of breath can trigger anxiety, which can worsen your breathing and make you feel even more breathless. In turn, anxiety can both cause and exacerbate dyspnea. Anxiety and breathlessness fuel each other in this cycle; each worsens the other. “Shortness of breath is one of the most challenging symptoms of IPF and can cause significant anxiety,” says Jamie Garfield, MD , a medical spokesperson for the American Lung Association and a…

Dunkin’ launched a winter menu with five new high-protein drinks, offering 15g per medium serving.New items include protein lattes, matcha and Megan Thee Stallion’s refresher.Drinks may be high in added sugar, so moderation is key; sugar-free vanilla is a lighter choice. Looking to add more protein to your morning routine? If so, Dunkin’s new winter menu might pique your interest. The breakfast chain’s brand-new winter menu features high-protein drinks suitable for most palates. Fresh on the menu, Dunkin’ just launched five new specialty drinks featuring their new “protein milk,” which is ultrafiltered milk that promises to add 15 grams of…

Unless you run an AI data center, Nvidia’s announcements this CES have been more on the quiet end. There were updates to GeForce Now cloud streaming and its DLSS upscaling tech, but no new graphic cards. That’s fine—it’s normal for Nvidia to have a quiet year on consumer tech every now and then, and the RTX 50-series GPUs just came out last year. Unfortunately, it turns out those DLSS updates are actually making games run worse on older GPUs.The new version of DLSS, called DLSS 4.5, is pretty great when it works. It already makes lighting appear far more realistic…

Chopping vegetables can be therapeutic for some home cooks. For others, it’s a monotonous chore that must be endured. Whether it’s chopping up veggies for chicken noodle soup, a big pan of roasted vegetables, or a healthy leafy green salad, it can take a lot of time. And, if you’re chopping onions, it can bring on a lot of tears. Last year, a kitchen tool that users called “perfect” was all the rage on social media and in home kitchens—a chopper that made quick and non-teary work of vegetable prep. From the beginning, we were impressed with the Mueller Austria…

Disney’s Cold Brew Black Caf combines cold brew, sweet cold foam, and chocolate cereal.The layered drink is a popular social media and park highlight.A homemade version uses protein-boosted milk and sugar-free syrup to lighten the drink. Since the Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge area opened at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World in 2019, I’ve fallen hard for a must-grab coffee drink that fuels my Disney day. It’s a sip that’s strong, not too heavy on dairy or sugary syrups and unusual enough to feel like a special treat. The Cold Brew Black Caf is a visually stunning, perfectly Instagram-worthy iced coffee drink sold inside…