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Between the holidays and cooler temps, people may eat less fresh produce, which means less fiber.Eating fibrous seasonal produce, such as Brussels sprouts and pumpkin, can help you stay regular and prevent constipation. Staying active and drinking plenty of fluids are also key ways to promote healthy digestion. If you deal with regular constipation, you already know how uncomfortable and disruptive it can be. But winter often stacks the deck: shorter days, less movement, fewer produce-packed meals and more comfort-food cravings can all contribute to sluggish digestion. “Many people tend to lean into comfort foods during the winter months and eat…
It happens every year at my house: I wake up one morning, and as though a switch was flicked overnight, it’s suddenly cold and I have to hunt down my cozy slippers. And that’s usually when I realize I haven’t really taken any steps to winterize my house.If that also describes you, the good news is that winterizing your home isn’t a terribly complicated process. With a few affordable products and a little effort, you can button your home up and ensure that it’s going to be as comfortable as possible when those frigid winds start blowing.Generally speaking, your goals…
When I’m hungry and don’t know what to make for dinner, I reach for a lone potato of just about any kind. As a result, I’ve experimented with all sorts of baking temperatures and methods when it comes to cooking potatoes of all shapes and sizes—not just as a recipe developer and a food writer, but as a home cook who finds herself stumped at what to make for dinner just like anybody else. I’ve peeled and boiled them, cut them into slivers to bake like steak fries, and I’ve popped potatoes in the microwave until they’re tender and hot—no…
Key Takeaways Depression and anxiety commonly occur together, creating a cycle where symptoms of each condition can worsen the other.A coping “toolkit” may include therapy, lifestyle changes, and medication.Opening up to trusted loved ones can be a helpful first step toward finding support so that you don’t feel isolated. Depression and anxiety are both common mental health conditions—and for some of us, they exist together. In fact, some studies have suggested that between 20% and 40% of those with depression or anxiety have both. How Do Depression and Anxiety Interact? “Depression and anxiety are very closely related when you see…
Amy Poehler credits Ina Garten with teaching her to roast the perfect chicken.Garten’s roast chicken recipe is simple, flavorful, and full of comforting touches.Learning to roast a chicken can build confidence and create connection in the kitchen. Roasting a whole chicken isn’t terribly difficult, but the process can feel overwhelming to novice home cooks. Thankfully, there are celebrity chefs like Ina Garten who break down kitchen tasks that seem daunting and make them easier to understand. Case in point, actor and comedian Amy Poehler, who credits Garten with teaching her how to roast a chicken. Garten appeared as a guest…
The supplement certification landscape is evolving, and Episode #193 of the PricePlow Podcast brings you to the forefront of this transformation. We sit down with Lori Bestervelt, Ph.D., and Thane Campbell from TruShield™ Certified, a new certification service that’s challenging the status quo by focusing exclusively on comprehensive banned substance testing.Lori Bestervelt, Ph.D., creator of the NSF 173 standard, and Thane Campbell from SMRTL introduce TruShield™ Certified, testing supplements for over 400 banned substances using WADA-level methodologies on Episode #193 of the PricePlow Podcast.With Lori’s 22 years creating industry standards at NSF International (including the foundational NSF 173 standard) and…
Ever fantasised about having free reign of an ice cream parlour? Honestly, I have, so to get my hands on the Ninja Swirl – the viral soft-serve ice cream maker that’s taken social media by storm – was a bit like having a childhood dream come true.Having launched in the US earlier this year, the Swirl finally arrived in the UK in July 2025 and has been all over our TikTok and Instagram feeds, promising to deliver ultra creamy soft-serve and scoopable frozen desserts in a matter of minutes.Best Ninja Swirl dealsLooking for a discount on the Ninja Swirl ice…
Every Sunday, I sit down with my planner and map out my entire week—meals, meetings, workouts…all of it. I love a plan. And typically, that plan includes three to four gym sessions, plus a couple active recovery days and, of course, a standing pickleball game.
Go meatless with one of these tasty dinner recipes. Plant-based protein sources like chickpeas, beans and edamame make these dinners filling and flavorful, so you can enjoy a little bit of everything, from a refreshing salad to a hearty stew. Recipes like our Fall Vegetable Stew or Cashew, Chickpea & Pasta Salad with Cilantro-Mint-Shallot Vinaigrette are perfect for two, but they’ll also work as a dinner for one with leftovers for lunch the next day. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save them all with one click. It’s so easy—and free! Cashew, Chickpea & Pasta Salad with Cilantro-Mint-Shallot Vinaigrette Sara…
On this episode of The Vitamin Professor Podcast, Professor Gene Bruno talks to Meagan Garza, PharmD of BOIRON, USA. This podcast is focused on the science in the supplement industry. Please join our host Gene Bruno, the Vitamin Professor, as he explores all aspects of the supplement space with leading industry professionals. Please subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart and/or your preferred podcast platforms to get the latest episodes. Also, please be sure to subscribe to Vitamin Retailer Industry Partner Offers & Announcements to receive new podcast notifications via email. This podcast is brought to you in…