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Every year, we encounter hundreds of new products in the grocery store, from candies to chips, frozen meals to fruits, and cheeses to coffee creamers. 2025 was no different, but, sprinkled into the launches, we also witnessed multiple beloved (and oftentimes long-discontinued) products return to shelves. General Mills brought back a beloved cereal from the early aughts, Little Debbie’s Chocolate Christmas Tree Cakes were spotted on shelves for the first time in two years, and Coca-Cola relaunched Mr. Pibb after 25 years. Even Mars Inc. announced its plans to resurrect a few beloved candy offerings. First, the extra peanut-packed Snickers…
The scientists took blood samples before the workout, immediately afterward, and again 30 minutes later. They weren’t just looking at heart rate or calories burned. Instead, they measured something called myokines, small proteins released by muscles during exercise that act like messengers, influencing different systems in the body. Some of these myokines, including IL-6, SPARC, decorin, and oncostatin M, have been shown in lab settings to suppress cancer cell growth.
Amanda Seyfried learned to make a cheesy cabbage soup with leeks and caramelized cabbage.The cozy soup gets rich flavor from simple moves like adding a Parmesan rind.Cabbage offers health benefits and can be prepared in plenty of cozy ways. There is something inherently comforting about a steamy bowl of soup, especially when it’s made with humble ingredients. Whether you prefer a Simple Butternut Squash Soup or would rather have a warm bowl of chicken noodle, it’s obvious that you only need a few basic ingredients to come up with a soup you’ll love. And while we have plenty of cabbage soups in rotation…
Eggs are a high-quality protein for salads, but you have other options that offer even more protein. Foods like canned salmon, cottage cheese and lentils are delicious, higher-protein additions. Use whole grains like quinoa or crunchy additions like hemp seeds to get even more protein. Boring salads are officially a thing of the past. With so many nutritious ingredients available, it’s easier than ever to turn a simple bowl of greens into something restaurant-worthy that also delivers a powerful protein punch. Plus, adding protein isn’t just about flavor or texture; it’s essential if you want your salad to offer real staying power.…
One of the most annoying restrictions in Gmail is that, once you’ve picked an email address, you’re stuck with it. There are exceptions for third-party addresses, like work emails tied to a company’s domain, but for the typical @gmail.com account, no dice. Personally, I’ve had a number of loyalty programs and store accounts tied to an embarrassingly edgy email from high school for decades now, but finally, it seems like I’ll be able to change it.A recently updated Google support page says the company is now “gradually rolling out” the ability to change your Gmail address, with some limitations. Oddly,…
Beth Biggee, MD, is medical director and an integrative rheumatologist at Rheumission, a virtual integrative rheumatology practice for people residing in California and Pennsylvania. This first-of-its-kind company offers whole person autoimmune care by a team of integrative rheumatologists, lifestyle medicine practitioners, autoimmune dietitians, psychologists, and care coordinators.Dr. Biggee also works as a healthcare wellness consultant for Synergy Wellness Center in Hudson, Massachusetts. Teamed with Synergy, she provides in-person lifestyle medicine and holistic consults, and contributes to employee workplace wellness programs. She has over 20 years of experience in rheumatology and holds board certifications in rheumatology and integrative and lifestyle medicine. Dr. Biggee…
Regular walking supports loss of visceral fat, a harmful type of fat linked to chronic disease risk.Whether in the morning or evening, walking at any time of day can provide meaningful benefits.Consistency matters more than timing—choose a time you can stick with. Not all body fat is created equal. The fat hidden deep in your belly—known as visceral fat—is particularly important to understand. Unlike subcutaneous fat, the pinchable layer beneath your skin, visceral fat surrounds vital organs like the liver, stomach and intestines. Visceral fat is metabolically active, which means too much of it can pose serious risk to your…
When I visited Felina, Italy, this past summer—the hometown of my great-grandparents—I was reminded that some recipes are not just food, but living traditions. In Felina, a tiny village nestled in the foothills of the Apennines, in the northern Italian province of Reggio Emilia, erbazzone, one of my favorite Italian dishes of all, is everywhere: in bakery windows, on trattoria tables beside glasses of Lambrusco, on picnic blankets in the countryside, or tucked into backpacks for mountain hikes. Erbazzone is deceptively simple: a thin pastry crust filled with Swiss chard (or any other greens you have in your fridge, like…
A classic Dutch oven is a versatile tool that makes a great addition to any kitchen, and if you’re lucky enough to have one, you’ll want to save these delicious recipes! Each of these dishes contains at least 15 grams of protein per serving, a nutrient that can help with muscle repair and keep you feeling fuller longer. Options like our Chicken & Dumplings Soup and Vegan Lentil Stew are flavorful and nourishing meals that will put your Dutch oven to good use. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes—your personal home for recipes—to easily save and organize your favorites, plus thousands…
Feeling burned out by constant obligations? Embrace JOMO, or the joy of missing out. When you learn to say no, you have more time to focus on activities that restore you.In return, you’ll reduce stress, improve your health and strengthen your relationships. January used to be like a personal marathon. After the whirlwind of the holiday season, you would think that I would crave rest. Instead, I’d hit the ground running, propelled by the electric hum of the new year. My calendar would fill up with a combination of social catch-ups, new professional goals and those all-too-ambitious resolutions. The phrase “let’s…