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As the holiday season draws to a close, you might be feeling ready to get out of the kitchen and let one of your favorite fast food restaurants do the heavy lifting. But if you can’t decide between a burger from Carl’s Jr and a cheesy beef taco from Taco Bell, you’re in luck. A popular burger chain is releasing a new menu item that captures the best of both worlds, and you can try it for less than $4. Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Launches Smash Burger Tacos  Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers just turned one of our favorite…

This month-long meal plan of Mediterranean diet dinner recipes will keep you feeling satisfied and healthy this January. These recipes feature ingredients prioritized in the Mediterranean diet like high-fiber whole grains, lots of nutrient-rich veggies, lean sources of protein and heart-healthy fat sources. Research shows that eating more of these good-for-you foods can help keep your heart healthy, protect against certain types of cancer and even support brain health as you age. Options like our High-Protein Balsamic Chicken Orzo and our Chicken Fajita Quinoa Bowl are delicious meals that will leave you satisfied and nourished all month long. Love these…

Day 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Meals Breakfast: High-Protein Strawberry & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats——– Lunch: Chopped Salad with Chicken & Creamy Chipotle Dressing——– Dinner: Sheet-Pan Salmon & Shaved Brussels Sprouts Breakfast: High-Protein Breakfast Casserole & pear——– Lunch: Spinach & Strawberry Meal-Prep Salad——– Dinner: Creamy Spinach & Artichoke Chicken Skillet Breakfast: High-Protein Breakfast Casserole & pear——– Lunch: Spinach & Strawberry Meal-Prep Salad——– Dinner: Charred Shrimp, Pesto & Quinoa Bowls Breakfast: High-Protein Breakfast Casserole & pear——– Lunch: Spinach & Strawberry Meal-Prep Salad——– Dinner: Garlicky White Bean & Kale Stew Breakfast: High-Protein Breakfast Casserole & pear——– Lunch: Spinach & Strawberry…

Studies have shown that regrets are associated with negative effects on well-being, including lower life satisfaction and the presence of depressive symptoms.[4] So it’s important to figure out how to make peace with them.Lisa Franks, LCSW, founder of Journey to Wellness Counseling in Temecula, California, says unprocessed regret doesn’t dissipate; it becomes embedded in the body and nervous system, surfacing later as anxiety, irritability, or self-doubt.“Unresolved regret can become a barrier to living fully. It can keep people stuck in avoidance or perfectionism, chasing a sense of control that never arrives,” she says.Acknowledging regret, on the other hand, can be a…

Thanks to my gig teaching spin classes, I have a front-row seat to a reliable annual phenomenon: My classes are packed for the first few weeks of the year as people make New Year’s resolutions—but by mid-February, I’m back to teaching normal-sized groups of people who are grateful the “January joiners” have cleared out. I’m always sad to see the new faces go, though, because I do think it’s possible to set a New Year’s resolution and stick to it, even if it’s not the norm. There are plenty of self-betterment goals you can set as a new year approaches,…

A surge of momentum arrives in 2026, which we’ve named The Year of the Unbridled Spirit. We have little choice but to gallop along with the whiplash-inducing progress that’s remixing life as we know it, even as the guardrails become increasingly hard to locate.

Harrison Ford’s pasta recipe comes together in under 30 minutes.The dish uses budget-friendly pantry staples like canned tomatoes and dry pasta.It’s easy to customize with whole grains, lean proteins or more fiber. If you, like me, love when celebrities do relatable things (like picking up their kids from school or wearing sweatpants), you probably also love learning about what they get up to in the kitchen. Their food choices—from their go-to fast food order to a prized family recipe—provide a glimpse of the person behind the star.  Harrison Ford, for example, once shared a recipe for his favorite pasta, Spaghetti…

I’ve been a loyal electric toothbrush devotee for nearly two decades, brushing twice daily without fail. My routine rotates between high-end Sonicares and Oral-Bs electric toothbrushes—but I genuinely didn’t think there was much room for innovation in the space.

These hearty and flavorful dishes are designed to bring people together, whether it’s sharing a meal with friends at a communal gathering or enjoying a hassle-free family dinner. Embrace the warmth of home-cooked comfort with this handful of ideas, beyond the usual tuna noodle casserole (though we love that, too). You’ll crave them all season long. Four-Cheese Truffled Macaroni and Cheese Tmac Truffle mac and cheese is a favorite to make when there’s a chill in the air. It’s great for cheese lovers, like us, and works well at dinner parties. The leftovers are fabulous, too! If you don’t have…

Mediterranean-style snacks can support heart health and satiety.These snacks deliver at least 7 grams of protein per serving.Pairing protein with fiber and healthy fats helps maintain steady energy. When people think of what constitutes a Mediterranean diet, they often imagine a plate full of colorful vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats, but protein plays an important role, too. While balanced meals are essential to a nutritious diet, smart snacking can contribute key nutrients, help maintain energy levels, and support satiety.  The Mediterranean diet encourages enjoyment and variety while offering several health benefits. Research shows that this way of eating is…