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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…

Alcohol intake—even moderate—can influence blood pressure in the short and long term.When you quit alcohol, you may reduce the need for medications and the risk for cardiac events.It can also improve your blood pressure and insulin sensitivity and support weight loss and hydration. Blood pressure is the force created as blood moves through your arteries, and keeping it within a healthy range is essential for protecting your heart and overall health. When blood pressure runs high, it increases the risk for serious conditions like heart disease and stroke. Yet despite these risks, more than half of U.S. adults are living…

The idea of traveling with Parkinson’s disease, especially more advanced forms, may seem daunting, but you don’t have to give up the joy of visiting family or exploring new places. “Travel is really important because it helps you connect with the things that matter to you,” says Sneha Mantri, MD, MS , chief medical officer of the Parkinson’s Foundation and practicing neurologist and movement disorder specialist at Duke Health in Durham, North Carolina. It’s all about setting realistic expectations about the type of travel you’re doing, and how active you can be at your destination, adds Adena Leder, DO ,…

Alex Guarnaschelli shared an easy 3-2-1-1 vinaigrette that uses pantry staples.The homemade dressing has zero added sugar and helps control ingredients better than bottled options.Whisk the dressing, then toss greens directly in the bowl for a bright, simple side. January is the month of better habits, so we wouldn’t be surprised if leafy greens and salads have lately entered your lunch rotation more often than usual. If you’re tired of the same bottled dressing or bagged salads, Alex Guarnaschelli just shared a simple homemade vinaigrette that she declares her “easy go-to.” Homemade salad dressing sounds harder than it is. Most…

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Credit: Michelle Ehrhardt. Choosing a gaming monitor is a tough choice. Do you want a standard, 16:9 monitor that takes up a small amount of desk space, or a larger 21:9 or even 32:9 ultrawide monitor that takes up more space, but will also show you more of your game? This goes double for laptops, where ultrawide models are few-and-far between, and are absolutely gigantic. Lenovo’s new concept for CES, the Lenovo Legion Pro Rollable, aims to give you the best of both worlds.When the laptop is closed, or when…

This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This easy one-pot Taco Macaroni is a cheesy, family-friendly weeknight dinner made with lean ground beef, pasta, bell peppers, and taco seasoning—all cooked in one pot in under 30 minutes. One Pot Taco Macaroni If you enjoy my homemade hamburger helper, I think your family will love this taco macaroni recipe. It combines taco night with mac and cheese for the ultimate weeknight comfort meal, done in less than 30 minutes. What’s not to love?! This weeknight dish packs over 30 grams of protein per serving, and the best part…

Bobby Flay always adds tarragon to his chicken salad, as its flavor gives the dish a twist.Flay loves the herb’s anise flavor, though not everyone enjoys its licorice taste.Chicken salad is a simple meal-prep option for busy weeks. On a recent episode of his podcast, Bobby on the Beat, chef Bobby Flay chats with his daughter over one of her favorite dishes:  lobster pasta. While the main dish, lobster annulotti, a filled pasta like ravioli, is notable and looks delicious, it’s probably not a beginner-friendly dish for those following along at home. To home cooks, the real revelation is about how Flay…

Trader Joe’s has a pretty stellar lineup of groceries, from refrigerator staples to seasonal favorites, but some products simply outshine the others. It’s no secret that the Mandarin Orange Chicken, Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups, and Chili & Lime Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips—the winner of the store’s Customer Choice Awards—are must-buys at Trader Joe’s. But what about the products that aren’t included in the yearly round-up but are still just as good? Despite receiving little attention online, fans believe some TJ’s products are the best in the store, and they took to Reddit to share their favorite, most underrated…

Knives are one of the most commonly used pieces of kitchen kit, but you won’t get very far with one if it’s blunt. The best knife sharpeners can make a top chopper out of even the cheapest of blades, and a dull, unsharpened knife is actually less safe to use than a sharp one – some professional chefs will even sharpen their knives daily.While lots of chefs swear by rod-shaped steel sharpeners or whetstones, abrasive hand-held block sharpeners are a good option for household kitchens as they’re so easy to use – the wheel action is intuitive and safe. For…

If you or a loved one notice any changes in your communication, consider meeting with a speech-language pathologist (SLP).[6]“Speech therapists can be helpful in figuring out exactly where the breakdown is happening in the process of communication, and which strategies can help build up your skills in an intentional way,” says Mantri. They can also help you learn to speak more loudly, as well as recommend assistive devices, like amplifiers, alphabet boards, voice synthesizers, or speech generating devices, to support better communication.“Many people with Parkinson’s disease may have difficulty with swallowing, which increases their risk of aspirating, especially when it…