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Tacos, burritos, and nachos, oh my! Taco Bell is known for having tasty Tex-Mex inspired food and now you can make your own versions at home. From their rich sauces to secret spice blends, learn how to cook up these 15 delicious Taco Bell copycats so you can skip the drive-thru. Save to MyRecipes Love these recipes? Tap ‘Save’ to add them to MyRecipes—your new, free recipe box for Allrecipes! Copycat Doritos Locos Tacos Photographer: Alison Miksch, Prop Stylist: Audrey Davis, Food Stylist: Nicole Mclaughlin “Craving the cheesy, zesty crunch of Taco Bell’s Doritos Locos Tacos? Now you can recreate…

As with any other infection, COVID-19 also ups your chances of getting a fever, Dr. Zargarzadeh notes, which brings ample risks for a fetus during pregnancy. (It’s the reason you should never “tough out” a fever while pregnant, contrary to President Trump’s recent announcement, and should use acetaminophen (a.k.a. Tylenol) to reduce it.) So, some of the pregnancy-related upsides of the shot may be explained by mom avoiding a fever.Pregnant people are also more susceptible to severe COVID outcomes because of a dampened immune response, designed to keep their bodies from attacking the fetus. “They can get very sick, and…

Some farts are quiet, some are foul, and some you don’t see coming — but you can breathe easier (well, sort of) knowing that gas is a totally normal part of digestion. And, bonus, the type and duration can provide insights as to what’s going on with your health. If you’ve been farting up a storm lately, read on to find out what your gas — including super-smelly, quiet-as-a-whisper, and hot farts — or might be trying to tell you (besides “lay off the cheese”). AdobeStock Scent-Free Farts Most gas is odorless and is usually caused by swallowed air, says…

This cozy fall dinner plan is full of balanced meals that have around 500 calories each.Each dish highlights lean proteins, whole grains and veggies, making it both comforting and nourishing.Simple one-pan, make-ahead and quick recipes keep dinner stress-free and healthy. It might seem like digging into your favorite fall comfort foods can throw off your weight-loss or weight-maintenance goals, but that’s not the case at all. These cozy dinners all clock in around 500 calories and ensure that you get plenty of veggies, whole grains, lean proteins and healthy fats throughout the week. Recommended calories and meal plans are only…

Key Takeaways Whether you’re swiping for a soulmate or just dipping your toes into the dating pool, red flags like ghosting, monkey branching, negging, and others are just a few of the ones to keep in mind.While you can’t control how others behave, you can control how you respond. Remember, you deserve to be treated with respect. Set boundaries, swipe smart, stay safe, and protect your peace at all costs. Don’t settle for anything less than you deserve. Let’s be real, dating apps can be a wild (and exhausting) ride. At best, they can be fun and exciting, leading to…

Real Simple and At Home launched a home products line, including a collection of kitchen items. Our editors chose five products that they want in their own kitchen.Products start at $1.99 and are available in stores and online at At Home’s website. For 25 years, Real Simple has focused on testing products, recommending and sharing tips and tricks with the goal to make life a bit easier. Thanks to their new collaboration with homeware brand At Home, they’re bringing that expertise into real kitchens with a line of tools, bakeware and food prep products. Real Simple describes their new collaboration as…

Arm toning workouts don’t just sculpt your arms, they build muscle and strengthen your upper body. These benefits affect your everyday life — supporting your bones, improving your posture, and reducing your chance of injury. While lifting heavy weights is one surefire way to build lean muscle, it’s not your only option to get there, especially if you’ve just started strength training. All you need are some light dumbbells or your bodyweight. Micromovements using light weights or your bodyweight can bring the burn and help improve muscle definition and strength in your arm, shoulder, and back muscles. This arm-toning workout…

For the past decade, healthcare providers have recommended that people who’ve had skin cancer take a form of vitamin B3 called nicotinamide, following a 2015 study that showed the supplement could lower the risk of new skin cancers.[1] New research affirms these findings with a much larger study group.[2]The new investigation found an “overall benefit for nicotinamide used to prevent skin cancer,” says study author Lee Wheless, MD, PhD, an assistant professor of dermatology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville and a staff physician at the Tennessee Valley Health System Veterans Affairs Medical Center.Some people getting nicotinamide especially benefited.…

Fewer than one in 20 adults with high blood pressure use salt substitutes to cut sodium.Uncontrolled blood pressure can harm your heart, brain and kidneys over time.Salt substitutes are easy to find in stores but remain an underused tool for BP control Salt substitutes may be an easy way to cut back on sodium, but a new study shows that Americans rarely use them. The findings, presented at the American Heart Association’s Hypertension Scientific Sessions, raise questions about why such a simple dietary swap remains uncommon—and whether health professionals should be talking about it more often with patients. Hypertension, or…

If you’ve ever experienced discomfort or pain from bunions, you understand the challenges that accompany these bony protrusions. Whether genetically predisposed or aggravated by poorly fitting footwear, bunions can significantly impact your exercise routine and daily life. That’s why choosing the best shoes for bunions—with a wide toe box, flexible upper, and well-cushioned midsole—is essential. To curate our list of recommendations, we first consulted five experts, including orthopedic surgeons and podiatrists, for their advice on what key features to look for when shopping. Then, we tested 22 expert-approved shoes as a part of our daily routines. Our team of testers, who…