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Joanna Gaines’ mother-in-law, Bevie, has made this chocolate cake roll for 35 years.Bevie shows Gaines—and us—all her tricks for chocolate roll success.If cake rolls are too fussy for you, use the sponge cake in a trifle. Many of us have certain family recipes that are reserved for special occasions, like Christmas, and the Gaines family is no exception. “Today we’re going to be sharing Bevie’s famous chocolate roll,” Joanna says at the start of a recent Instagram reel, referring to her mother-in-law’s recipe. The chocolate sponge cake roll has been a Gaines family tradition for 35 years and made its…
After a strategic review of its vitamins, minerals and supplements (VMS) business, Church & Dwight (Ewing, NJ) announced a definitive agreement to sell VitaFusion and L’il Critters to Piping Rock Health Products (Bohemia, NY). The agreement includes the brands, relevant trademarks and licenses, and the manufacturing and distribution facilities in Vancouver, WA and Ridgefield, WA. Church & Dwight expects to receive a post-tax charge of $40-45 million after the closure. “We believe Piping Rock, a company with deep experience in the vitamin business, will be a successful steward for VitaFusion and L’il Critters. We want to thank all of our dedicated…
While injectable medications have dominated the weight loss space for years, most people aren’t exactly pumped to stick a needle in their stomach on a weekly basis. Now, a potential game-changing medication has entered the weight-loss space: a Wegovy pill.As you probably know, Wegovy is an FDA-approved injectable semaglutide weight loss medication for adults with obesity or overweight and with one weight-related condition. It’s the cousin of Ozempic (which is FDA-approved for blood sugar management) and can deliver impressive weight loss results.The new Wegovy pill isn’t the first semaglutide oral medication—that honor goes to Rybelsus, which was approved in 2019.…
Stanley Tucci whipped up a festive breakfast toast with goat cheese and pesto.This breakfast also includes some scrambled egg for a bit of protein.Any leftover pesto can become a quick dinner addition later in the week. Preparing for the holidays is a lot of work. There are gifts to wrap, homes to decorate and holiday dinners to cook, not to mention the important responsibility of creating holiday magic for any little ones in your house. All that activity can make a person pretty hungry. Just ask Stanley Tucci, who recently popped onto Instagram to share his latest holiday meal creation…
Key Takeaways Daydreaming can reduce stress and anxiety by allowing your mind to relax and wander.Letting your thoughts drift can help solve problems by giving you a fresh perspective.Daydreaming uses different parts of the brain, making it a valuable way to connect ideas and enhance creativity. When we daydream, our mind wanders to faraway places, putting us in a dream-like state even when fully awake. Research suggests that as much as 50% of our waking hours are spent daydreaming. This may leave you concerned that you are wasting time or not as productive as you’d like. Certainly, daydreaming isn’t always…
The experts:Sally Gunnnell, Olympic 400m hurdles gold medallist and founder of coaching platform Life’s HurdleSarah Campus, personal trainer and founder of LDN Mums Fitness,Louise Whitting, Team GB triathlete and triathlon coachLotty Campbell Bird, yoga, Pilates and barre teacherNew Year, new you? Are you making resolutions or promising yourself you’ll embrace a healthier lifestyle for 2026?One of the biggest obstacles to getting started with Couch to 5K, yoga or lifting weights is not having the right kit. So we’ve asked the experts exactly what you need to get your health kick started.RunningRunning is the ultimate no-fuss way to get fit. After…
Start your Whole30 right by downloading my Whole30 Food list. It’s a shopping list that you can print out and stick on your fridge or bring to the grocery store. I’ve been around the Whole30 block and I’m here to help you navigate the guidelines and what foods to eat and avoid. Click to download PDF Your Whole30 Food List If you’re anything like me, the new year often feels like a natural moment to make a healthy shift. I’m not talking about low-calorie crash diets or unrealistic weight loss goals, though. I’m talking about hitting the reset button on…
There’s no doubt Taylor Swift works hard when she’s on stage. At each performance on the Eras Tour, she sustained more than three hours of nonstop movement. Fans are finally getting a glimpse of what it takes to prepare for her marathon of music and dancing in her new docuseries, Taylor Swift: The End of an Era on Disney+. Throughout the series, Swift reveals how she trained for the physical demands along with the moves that make her feel “rage” every time she does them.While the routine she used to train is tailored to her job as a musical powerhouse,…
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. I’ve been experiencing some active noise cancelling (ANC) fatigue lately, and I’m sure I’m not the only one. ANC has a time and a place, but being able to be aware of my surroundings and have conversations with my wife while working from home has made 2025 more enjoyable. I owe that to the Shokz Open Run Pro 2, which are bone conduction headphones that leave your ears uncovered. But if you prefer true wireless earbuds that have the…
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy. This whipped ricotta dip has all the fresh, vibrant flavors of a classic caprese salad—just in a creamy, scoopable dip that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. Whipped Ricotta Dip I have been creating new appetizers for the holidays, and I loved how this one turned out. This whipped ricotta caprese dip takes the caprese salad ingredients—juicy tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy cheese—and turns them into a smooth, scoopable dip that’s perfect for sharing. It comes together quickly, feels a little special without being fussy, looks festive, and is sure to be…