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The Good Food PodcastJoin Fleur and Keshia East as they share the inspiring story behind Kurl Kitchen, the innovative brand that blends the worlds of food, family, and haircare. In this episode, the sisters open up about their journey as entrepreneurs, the cultural traditions that shaped their vision, and how food became a powerful symbol of love and connection in their lives. Discover how Kurl Kitchen was born from a passion for celebrating natural beauty and heritage, and learn how Fleur and Keshia have created a unique synergy between nourishing recipes and holistic haircare. Of course, they also talk about…

Key Takeaways An inner monologue is the voice you hear in your head that can vary from using many words to just a few.People think in different ways, such as inner speech, imagining pictures, or being aware of their senses.Some people with aphantasia, who can’t see pictures in their mind, also have little or no inner monologue. As you read this, you may hear the words “spoken” in your head. That little voice is your inner monologue, also referred to as your inner voice, inner speech, or your self-talk. Research has shown a great deal of variation in how often…

The Good Food PodcastJoin host Samuel Goldsmith as he welcomes the vibrant and inspiring Janusz Domagala. Star baker, cookbook author and fan favourite from The Great British Bake Off. In this episode, Janusz shares his colourful journey from baking in his family kitchen in Poland to winning hearts on national TV and beyond. Discover the stories behind his debut cookbook Baking with Pride, the creative process of turning his home into a cake-inspired Instagram sensation, and the lessons learned from high-pressure baking competitions. Janusz opens up about his favourite dishes, kitchen disasters and the importance of cooking with love, pride…

As you get older, your No. 1 concern might not be building muscle bulk. For people over 50, function is the name of the fitness game — though scoring an athletic build can be a fun bonus.Over the years, your shoulders and spine have taken a beating, so it’s important to make sure the muscles that surround them remain strong and function well. By fortifying your arms, shoulders, upper back, and chest, you can improve your posture and prevent muscle imbalances that can lead to injuries and falls, according to Cleveland Clinic.These muscles also help you shore up the strength…

More than half of us are eating snacks and mini meals instead of full meals.When planned properly, a no-cook snack plate can be a quick, delicious and healthy lunch.For nutrition and satisfaction, include fruits, veggies, protein, whole grains and healthy fat. If some of your meals have recently been replaced by snacks, you’re hardly alone. According to the latest stats, more than half of Americans are eating snacks or mini-meals instead of three squares. While that might sound nutritionally questionable, there is a workaround: snack plates. Whether you’re on the go all day, buried in a big project or busy…

Popcorn is and always will be one of my favorite snacks. My love of the crunchy-yet-airy bite is so strong that one of my birthday gifts was a 400-ounce gigantic bag of movie theater popcorn…which I finished in a matter of days.  Whether it’s the new S’mores popcorn sold at Costco or convenient microwave bags, there are plenty of versions of the salty-sweet treat on the market to suit your preferences. So, when I had the opportunity to try a fan-favorite returning seasonal popcorn from Snax-Sational Brands, I jumped at the chance to see how it measures up to my…

It’s worth noting again that every zodiac sign has the capacity to be judgmental. Plus, the mature and evolved Virgos, Caps, and Aquarians out there will have learned to hold their tongue. Nevertheless, in terms of which zodiac signs are most likely to judge (silently or not), you can typically count on Virgo, Capricorn, and Aquarius.

When dietitians, food scientists and cardiologists all tell you to ditch plastic cutting boards, it’s worth listening to. I communicated with these experts at separate times, asking what they avoid in the kitchen, and the plastic cutting board has come up repeatedly for its microplastics risk. It makes sense: Studies show that over time, after consistent use, you’re essentially cutting little particles of your plastic board right into your food. Yummy!  Because of all of these building insights, I knew that when I moved three months ago, I would take the opportunity to switch to a non-toxic cutting board alternative,…

As easily the most social and loquacious zodiac sign, Gemini places high importance on quick wit, intelligence, humor—basically, all the ingredients for good conversation. That said, their biggest turnoff is bad conversationalists, whether you’re not asking enough questions or the conversation runs dry, they’ll lose interest pretty quickly.

I walk approximately 10 miles a week. It’s the only form of cardio I can consistently do, and the only version that feels good for my body, given my chronic inflammation. Since I am sensitive to pain, I gravitate toward cushy, cloud-like sneakers for my walks because they help soften the impact of my steps. The first high cushion shoe I ever fell in love with was the Brooks Ghost Max. The original iteration of this now arguably coveted shoe, I ranted and raved so much that my sister ended up getting a pair of her own.  One year later,…