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When Are Canned Chickpeas Unsafe to Eat?In general, canned chickpeas are safe. But if the metal cans rust, they can form tiny holes in the can, allowing bacteria to enter. Rust — also known as oxidized iron — can also seep into the chickpeas, which is unsafe to eat. Exposing the cans to light and high temperatures can also affect the quality and nutritional content of the chickpeas.Canned chickpeas can last for years on the shelf as long as the can itself is in good condition (i.e., no rust, dents, or swelling), according to the United States Department of Agriculture…

Katie Lee Biegel adds brown lentils to taco meat for a stealthy fiber boost.The mix adds 14 grams of fiber without changing the meat’s texture or taste.Works with any ground filling and several lentil types for easy meal upgrades. Katie Lee Biegel just dropped her secret pantry ingredient for adding a ton of fiber to taco meat—and it blends in so well that she said even her 5-year-old food detective daughter doesn’t notice the addition. Maybe that’s because it’s the same color as the ground beef, or because of the soft texture. Either way, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the…

I was 43 when I learned that I have silent endometriosis. I’d heard of endometriosis—a chronic disease where tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus, typically on the ovaries, fallopian tubes, the pelvic walls, or other surrounding organs. Because of the advocacy of celebs like Padma Lakshmi, who has the condition, I knew that it caused severe, sometimes debilitating pain—terrible cramps, pelvic pain, fatigue, and sometimes searing nerve pain.It sounded awful but it was nothing I had ever experienced. My life has been pretty much pain-free thankfully (existential crises notwithstanding). So when I found out…

It’s getting near Halloween, the perfect time to stream some horror movies. I dug up 15 of the scariest, weirdest, freakiest, and funniest flicks from horror-only streaming service Shudder. I’m leaving off the obvious choices like Psycho and Halloween—if you subscribe to Shudder, you’ve probably seen all the “classics” at least twice—to focus on movies guaranteed to make you hide your eyes, laugh out loud, or say “what even is this?” A Dark Song (2016) If you like intelligent, slow-burn horror, check out A Dark Song. Like its characters, the debut feature from director Liam Gavin goes places few films…

MegaNatural-BP grape seed extract backed by 9 clinical trials for blood pressure and metabolic health. California-grown ingredient supports both cardiovascular and insulin pathways at 150-300mg daily. The supplement industry is experiencing a metabolic health renaissance. Formulators are responding to consumers who increasingly understand that cardiovascular and metabolic wellness aren’t separate concerns… they’re interconnected systems that rise or fall together. Blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, and vascular function all influence each other through shared biological pathways, yet most formulations still treat them as isolated targets. The Cardiometabolic Opportunity in Supplement Formulation This creates an opening in the supplement market. Walk through any…

It’s no secret that the foods you eat have a huge impact on your well-being. Nutrition affects your energy, focus, immunity, and so many aspects of your long-term health. Yet, with so much (often conflicting) advice available right at your fingertips, deciding what to eat for your own body and goals can feel overwhelming. 

Looking for a dinner that’s as easy as it is comforting? Look no further than our Tuscan sausage gnocchi. Made using simple, everyday ingredients such as gnocchi, frozen veg and stock, it’s an autumnal winner that’s easy on the purse strings. Removing the sausage skins to break the meat up into small pieces also helps stretch this dish a bit further. What’s more, it’s easily freezable, so you can enjoy leftovers for another day.Find more cosy sausage dinners in our round-up of family sausage recipes and sausage pasta recipes. We also have plenty of sausage casserole recipes, healthy sausage recipes…

Registered Dietitian NutritionistMolly Knudsen, M.S., RDN is a Registered Dietician Nutritionist with a bachelor’s degree in nutrition from Texas Christian University and a master’s in nutrition interventions, communication, and behavior change from Tufts University. She lives in Newport Beach, California, and enjoys connecting people to the food they eat and how it influences health and wellbeing.

Aldi recalls Fusia Asian Inspirations Veggie Spring Rolls sold nationwide.The product may contain shrimp, an undeclared allergen, posing a risk for consumers.Check your freezer for this item and return any recalled products to Aldi for a refund. Aldi just announced a recall on a popular frozen product sold at grocery store locations nationwide, according to a company announcement and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) report. This is due to an undeclared ingredient, posing an allergen risk. The item affected by this recall is the Fusia Asian Inspirations Veggie Spring Rolls sold in 10-ounce packages with a printed UPC of…

Key Takeaways Introducing My Physical Activity Plate, an evidence-based, yet user-friendly graphic to help the general public make sense of exercise recommendations: The idea behind the redesign was to eliminate the hierarchical vision of the Physical Activity Pyramid and offer a more “harmonious approach” that helps people see the variety of options available and emphasizes behavior change. One of the key elements of the Plate is the emphasis on unstructured movement and the need to break up sedentary behavior with just a few minutes of movement. Structured exercise provides a wide range of substantial health…