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Even if you have reached expert label-reading levels, going out to eat can pose its own set of difficulties. How can you know the fat levels of each dish? In general, Simpson recommends avoiding alcohol, fruit juices, salad with dressing, potatoes, or fatty meat and fish. Instead, he suggests looking for fresh vegetables and low-fat fish like grilled or broiled cod.“Avoid menu items with words like ‘au gratin,’ ‘creamy,’ ‘crispy,’ ‘fried,’ or ‘sautéed,’ which usually indicate high-fat foods,” says Sheehan. She recommends choosing safer options, like grilled or baked entrées, steamed vegetables, shrimp cocktail, plain baked potatoes, fresh fruit, and…

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Key Takeaways Egocentrism is when someone can’t understand that other people might see things differently than they do.Being egocentric means a person focuses mainly on their own thoughts and feelings. The term egocentric is a concept that originated within Piaget’s theory of childhood development. Egocentrism refers to someone’s inability to understand that another person’s view or opinion may be different than their own. Egocentrism represents a cognitive bias, in that someone would assume that others share the same perspective as they do, unable to imagine that other people would have a perception of their own. What It Means to Be Egocentric…

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When I first tried fried Brussels sprouts at a restaurant in Stone Harbor, New Jersey, I knew instantly that the only way I’d ever eat the leafy vegetable again was if each little bulb was cut, fried and coated in punchy seasonings—in fact, I make it a point to revisit that restaurant every summer for the Brussels sprouts alone. I’m not alone in my love for this dish: When my colleagues interviewed chefs to find the best method for cooking the hearty vegetable, nearly all of the experts said deep-fried. It’s true—magic happens when the leaves of each Brussels sprout…

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Friends, there are no rules that say you must serve turkey for Thanksgiving. While turkey might be traditional, I’d like to offer up a few non-traditional Thanksgiving dinner ideas that are equally delicious for that showstopping main dish. Photo: Gayle McLeod On the fourth Thursday of November, most Americans will be roasting a turkey for Thanksgiving. And while my roast turkey and turkey breast recipes are consistently top-ranked (across both Google and YouTube), I understand that not everyone absolutely loves turkey the same way I do. So, whether it’s due to personal preference (turkey’s just not your thing), flavor (maybe…

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NOW Health Group (Bloomingdale, IL) continued its testing program of supplements sold on Amazon. This round of testing focused on the popular herb St. John’s wort. Results showed that every single product (except for NOW’s brand) failed potency testing. Several samples contained synthetic dyes, which are commonly used to make low-quality or adulterated products appear authentic, the company said. According to NOW, St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is used to support mood balance and emotional well-being. The key active compounds, hypericin and pseudo-hypericin, are responsible for its beneficial properties and typically standardized to 0.3 percent. NOW purchased two bottles each…

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For many, a roast turkey is the pride and joy of the festive season, so nailing the perfect recipe on Christmas Day can seem like the ultimate challenge. Everyone has their own special take on this centerpiece, so why not check out our 10 all-time favourite recipes to get your creative juices flowing. Whether you want a classic whole bird, a smaller crown, a twist on the traditional, or the chance to show off, we’ve got the turkey for every occasion.For lots of helpful cooking advice, read our foolproof turkey guide and tips on how to cook a turkey. You…

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Looking for vegan Christmas party ideas this festive season? If you’re hosting a bash and catering for vegan guests or are vegan yourself, our plant-based Christmas recipes are sure to please both veggies and meat-eaters alike.Our vegan buffet food includes a variety of sweet and savoury bites to suit all tastes and budgets. From quick and easy picky bits including a silky hummus and garlic and herb ‘cheese’ balls to our mushroom bourguignon pithivier as a showstopping centrepiece. On the sweeter side, take your pick from vegan takes on traditional festive mince pies and florentines to a crowd-pleasing chocolate traybake…

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Key Takeaways Therapy can help you understand and manage your feelings toward your dad.Accepting your dad for who he is can help reduce disappointment. Hating your dad isn’t the kind of thing you might bring up in day-to-day conversation. It’s complicated, messy, and *really* hard to talk about. But if just the thought of your dad makes your stomach churn with anxiety, you’re not alone. Maybe it’s because he was never around. Or maybe he was a toxic source of anxiety or abuse in your home growing up. Whatever the reason, you should know you are not alone in your…

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When you think about the tech companies leading the AI race, Apple is pretty much at the bottom of the list. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, as far as I’m concerned. From where I’m sitting, many of us couldn’t care less about the latest AI features companies are shoving into their products—we just want the products we actually use to work, and work well. But strictly focusing on AI progress, Apple is far behind rivals like Google and Microsoft. While Android and Windows are full of AI features, either through Google’s Gemini or OpenAI’s GPT models, Apple’s first-party AI…

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There’s nothing better than a bowl of soup on a cold day—it’s rich, flavorful, and super comforting. But when time isn’t on your side, you don’t need to settle for something from a can. These 20 quick soup recipes deliver all the cozy, slow-cooked flavor you crave in 30 minutes or less. Whether you’re craving a weeknight dinner, a quick lunch, or an easy meal-prep option, these soups prove that big flavor doesn’t have to take all day. Save to MyRecipes Love this collection? Tap ‘Save All Recipes’ above to save them all with just one tap! It’s so easy—and…

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