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Millie Bobby Brown reveals her go-to set snacks: raw baby carrots and Tajín-dusted dried mango.Both snacks support immune health and are perfect fuel for long Stranger Things filming days.She stays hydrated with kombucha and juices, choosing gut-friendly, energizing drinks. Although Stranger Things is ending this Christmas, Millie Bobby Brown has been cheering our spirits on her press tour by revealing behind-the-scenes scoops. This includes how she’s able to stay fueled and energized on the set of her breakout show. While making breakfast for dinner on Tilly Ramsay’s YouTube channel, Brown shared the snacks that she kept in her trailer while…
Key Takeaways Be fully present and aware in your daily activities to practice mindfulness.Give your full attention when eating and avoid multitasking.Practice mindful listening in conversations by focusing on the speaker without judgment. The practice of mindfulness—directing all of your attention and awareness to the present—can bring many benefits to your relationships and emotional and physical health. For example, practicing everyday mindfulness can: Pull you out of the negative downward spiral caused by too much daily stress, too many bad moods, or the habit of rumination. Help you make fewer errors when processing your experiences. Help you put stressful events…
Yesterday, Apple unveiled release candidates (RCs) for its slate of upcoming updates. An RC, as the name implies, is the version of a software update Apple intends to release to the general public. Before it rolls out, though, Apple sends the update out to beta testers to see if there are any bugs or glitches that need addressing. If not, these are the updates that will hit your Apple devices sometime this month. That includes watchOS 26.2, Apple’s latest OS for its line of smartwatches. While there aren’t nearly as many new features and changes in this update as there…
Key Takeaways Practice self-reflection to learn more about what you value and where you want to go in life.Identify your core values to help make decisions aligned with your true self.Set goals for your future to give yourself direction and purpose. We’ve all been there—those moments when life feels overwhelming and we can’t seem to find our way. We find ourselves wondering, “Who am I really?” or “What am I doing with my life?” Moments when we just feel…lost. “We get lost in life the way we get lost when we’re driving: by making a wrong turn, for example, by…
The perfect Christmas dessert doesn’t have to stop at cookies. Mix things up with an array of chocolatey, pepperminty, and unique sweet treats the whole family will love! Even though my family prepares a huge Christmas dinner every year (prime rib and beef tenderloin are my personal favorites), we somehow always have room for dessert. Sometimes we keep things simple with eggnog or hot chocolate simmering on the stovetop and a tray of freshly baked Christmas cookies. And other years we switch things up and make a fluffy chocolate mousse or a creamy custard topped with fresh fruit. Needless to…
Ultra-processed foods are made mostly from substances extracted from foods, such as starches, hydrogenated fats, and added sugars. They often contain additives like artificial colors and flavors.[1] Eating a diet high in these foods is linked to health risks, including increased chances of obesity and type 2 diabetes.[2] This is why many experts recommend cutting back on them.Despite the risks, registered dietitians agree that you don’t need to banish all ultra-processed foods. In fact, some can actually be good for you. “A few processed foods remain nutrient dense, meaning they are not excessively high in calories and still retain their nutritional value…
Nothing beats digging into a warm and cozy casserole after a long day! These hearty casserole recipes contain at least 15 grams of protein in every serving, to help keep you feeling full and energized. Plus, they help support healthy aging, since they have at least 20% of the daily value for two or more of the following nutrients: fiber, calcium, protein and/or vitamin D. You’ll love options like our Chicken Fajita Rice Bake and our Chickpea Casserole with Spinach & Feta for a comforting meal that will leave you satisfied and nourished. Chicken Fajita Rice Bake Photographer: Jen Causey,…
It’s a creamy, cheesy dip that’s perfect for any occasion.This dip is packed with protein and fiber, designed to fill you up and keep you satisfied.The recipe calls for cannellini beans, but you can swap those for pinto or small white beans. If you love artichoke dip, but wish it had more protein, this Artichoke & White Bean Dip is your solution. Packed with protein and fiber, white beans add a silkiness to the base of this garlicky dip when processed with the cream cheese and Greek-style yogurt that’s complemented by bits of artichoke. Parmesan cheese contributes just the right…
If there’s one thing you don’t want to endure, it’s the symptoms of norovirus, which also goes by the unfortunately apt moniker of “winter vomiting disease:” It triggers brutal GI upset for roughly one to three hellish days. Norovirus usually spikes in the depths of winter, as its nickname references, because the pathogen fares better at lower temperatures. And recent wastewater data reveals an earlier-than-usual surge, particularly in the Northeast and Midwest.While CDC data suggests norovirus rates are still below their unusually high peak this time last year, there are a few reasons to be concerned. For one, 2024 brought…
When I’m looking for ways to give loved ones something special—something that says I really care and I took the time to make this for you—I give food. A small, home-cooked token of holiday warmth and thoughtfulness goes a long way. For a gift that is less time-consuming than a tin of home-baked holiday cookies or beloved Midwestern buckeyes, I turn to spiced candied pecans and dried cherries. The earthy, rich nutty flavor of pecans mingles perfectly with sweet and tart fruit— and when presented in a festive ribboned jar, it’s an edible gift that makes its recipient’s eyes light…