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There’s nothing better than fall comfort food, from a warm bowl of soup to hearty baked mac and cheese to a stack of classic buttermilk pancakes. Although I tend to make these meals more often than not, I still order them from time to time when dining out at a restaurant. But I always wish the portions were just a little bit bigger so I could have leftovers to enjoy at home. Luckily, Panera Bread has the perfect solution. You can order two of the chain’s most comforting (and my absolute favorite) menu items in bulk. But you won’t find…
Key Takeaways A situationship means you are in a relationship without a clear commitment.If you want more from a situationship, be honest and communicate your feelings.If you like the setup, explain your needs and boundaries to your partner. Are you in a situation where you’re seeing someone but it’s not exactly a relationship? You and your partner have fun as a couple and may even be intimate, but you haven’t committed to each other or discussed a future together. If so, you may be in a “situationship” or relationship without a commitment, says Sabrina Romanoff, PsyD, a clinical psychologist and…
Key Takeaways Self-awareness is knowing your own thoughts, feelings, and actions.You can improve self-awareness through meditation, journaling, and therapy. Self-awareness helps you manage behaviors and grow personal relationships. Self-awareness is your ability to perceive and understand the things that make you who you are as an individual, including your personality, actions, values, beliefs, emotions, and thoughts. Essentially, it is a psychological state in which the self becomes the focus of attention. While self-awareness is central to your identity, it is not something you are acutely focused on at every moment of every day. Instead, self-awareness becomes woven into the fabric of who…
The sun isn’t the only place you can get a healthy dose of vitamin D. There are natural concentrations of the essential nutrient in foods like fatty fish, eggs and certain types of dairy—and all of these recipes star these ingredients to give you at least 20% of your recommended daily value, or at least 4 mcg per serving. So if you’re feeling like you need an extra dose of vitamin D, try our Spicy Tuna Salad or our 20-Minute Creamy Mushroom Soup with Sherry and reap the benefits of this powerful vitamin. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save…
What screams comfort food more than a creamy, cheesy casserole? These healthy casseroles have been saved thousands of times by users on MyRecipes, and now you can save all of these recipes to your own custom collection with one click. From our Chicken Parmesan Casserole that’s been saved over 25,000 times, to our 5-star Rotisserie Chicken, Mushroom & Rice Casserole, save these casserole recipes and you’ll always have dinner inspiration just a few taps away. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save them all with one click. It’s so easy—and free! Chicken Parmesan Casserole Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop…
If you’re looking to lose or maintain weight, the Atkins diet is one possible option for reaching your goals.The Atkins diet menu restricts carbohydrates and emphasizes proteins and fats to aid weight loss. It’s similar to other keto diets.By eliminating most carbs, the Atkins diet aims to help you burn fat for fuel rather than sugar. Meanwhile, proponents say its high-fat, high-protein menu and focus on vegetables may help you feel satiated and more energetic.About the Atkins Diet MenuThe Atkins diet says the goal of the eating plan is to resolve many of the health problems associated with a diet high…
When I was a kid, my go-to lunch was a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, without the crust. That is, until a friend brought in a sandwich slathered in what I assumed was melted chocolate. Come to find out, it was a creamy hazelnut-cocoa spread otherwise known as Nutella. Witnessing my friend eat that dessert-like sandwich sparked a case of lunchbox envy, prompting weeks of begging my parents to purchase a jar of the hazelnut, chocolate spread. And while I honestly don’t remember exactly when they relented to my pleas, I do remember finally opening a jar and enjoying the…
Key Takeaways Talk about what moving in means to both of you and what your future together looks like.Make sure you’re financially ready and have open talks about money with your partner.Communicate often and stay independent to keep the relationship healthy. If you and your boo have been seeing each other for some time and things are going well, the thought of moving in together may start to cross your mind. Living together is a pretty big step, so whether it’s your first time or you’ve lived with a partner before, you probably want to make sure you’re ready to…
Swapping your to-go cup of coffee for your water bottle could help you meet your hydration goals.Getting most of your daily water before 5 p.m. can help you avoid nighttime bathroom visits.Bringing a water bottle on-the-go and adding fruit can help you drink more water. When I found out that my cholesterol was creeping up into “it might be time to consider medication” levels, I made an appointment with a dietitian. Along with some changes she suggested I make to my diet and exercise routine (more protein and fiber, more strenuous cardio), she looked at my 30-ounce Stanley and suggested…
Key Takeaways If you have trust issues, start by trusting yourself before attempting to trust others. Therapy can also help you learn how to trust other people again. Communicating your needs helps others understand you better. Trust is a critical part of any relationship. Without trust—especially trust between two romantic partners—it is difficult to have a healthy, long-lasting relationship. People who have experienced some type of betrayal, such as unfaithfulness in a relationship, may develop trust issues that can interfere with future relationships. Trust issues can manifest in a variety of ways. For example, a person who finds it difficult…