6 Italian Chains That Actually Serve Authentic Pasta Dishes

In general, chain restaurants aren’t exactly known for serving authentic cuisine. Take yourfavorite Italian chain, for example. Suppose you are in the market for an authentic Italian experience. Shutterstock Here are six Italian chains that serve authentic pasta dishes. Remember that authenticity will cost you! Just a cup of traditional Minestrone Di Verdure in the Beverly Hills outpost retails for $12. eatalyla/Instagram The modern-style restaurant makes pasta and sauces from scratch, offering updates like gluten-free or veggie noodle options....

January 26, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Nancy Powell

Costco Shoppers Say This One Customer Habit is the "Worst of the Worst"

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. If that item finds its way back onto shelves, some unlucky customer may end up buying it. Shutterstock And then there are people who just feel like a snack but don’t want to pay for it. I always get worried this is going to happen," another responded....

January 26, 2025 · 1 min · 204 words · Mr. Dave Combs DVM

I Taste-Tested 5 Popular Cheddar Cheese Slices and This One Was the Best

Anytime we snack or craft the ideal sandwich, it should be enjoyable, full of quality and flavor. Here’s the one we think you should go with next time you’re at the grocery store! They advertise no preservatives, no binders, and no fillers, which is a plus! Jess Kelly/Eat This Not That It’s very thick cut and sturdy. The Taste: I remember saying this with the American cheese, as well. This leaves an unpleasant aftertaste and a lot to be desired....

January 26, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Charles Lee

If You Can Do These 8 Lower-Body Moves, Your Leg Strength Is Elite

Your lower-body strength is elite if you could perform them with perfect form and heavy loads. Each of these movements targets different aspects of strength, from explosive power to muscular endurance and joint integrity. Mastering them ensures bigger, stronger legs, better performance, injury resistance, and overall functional fitness. Shutterstock Ready to see where you stand? Let’s dive in. Back Squat Why:The back squat is the gold standard for lower-body strength....

January 26, 2025 · 2 min · 346 words · Nicole Jenkins

McDonald's Pokémon Happy Meal Has Cards That Could Make You Big Money

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. “Pokemon Trainers get ready to return to the Golden Arches! McDonald’s Redditors on the PokemonCardCollectors subreddit are already celebrating their wins. “Got the Charizard and Miraidon today!” another happy collector said. McDonald’s As you said it just depends on the person behind the counter....

January 26, 2025 · 1 min · 81 words · Morgan Hill

The Best Strength Workout to Reduce Belly Fat and Inflammation

You knowexerciseis good for muscles, bones, joints, as well as your heart and lungs. You probably know that it’s good for your blood pressure, cholesterol, and mental health. So a little goes a long way. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! But different types of exercise deliver different benefits. For example: You grow stronger. you’re free to lift, move, and even climb stairs with lesser effort. Shutterstock Your joints are healthier and your body performs better overall....

January 26, 2025 · 4 min · 769 words · Jacob Smith

6 Costco Products Shoppers Say Are Must-Buys and Must-Avoids

Costcoshoppersespecially seasoned oneslove sharing their experiences online, both good and bad. Here are 6 must-buy and must-avoid items, according to Costco experts. “I’m always surprised this isn’t on more lists. Photo: oasisamuel / Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! “I literally buy garbage bags and paper towels like once a year from there, tp maybe twice. It’s great,” another replied. Must Avoid: Desserts Some Costco shoppers say the desserts are just too much....

January 25, 2025 · 2 min · 248 words · Lindsey Salazar

6 Walking Habits That Are Wrecking Your Knees, Experts Say

This can lead to painful overuse injuries like patellar tendonitis or iliotibial (IT) band syndrome. A good rule of thumb is to increase your distance or intensity by about 10-20% per week. This allows your knee joint and the surrounding muscles to adjust. Shutterstock Overlooking Gait Issues Many people have gait issues without being aware of them. This is a good sign to have your gait assessed by a professional like a podiatrist or physical therapist....

January 25, 2025 · 2 min · 241 words · Brenda Foster

Disney World is Closing One of Its Biggest Fast-Food Restaurants for Good

MuppetVision has been a fan-favorite since 1991, and is being replaced with Monsters, Inc. Land. Mama Melrose’s Ristorante Italiano will be the first to close on May 10. PizzeRizzo has been a big hit with guests who rave about the casual eatery on Google reviews. Shutterstock “This is where we ALWAYS go for lunch. The price is right and it is actually very good pizza. It’s one of the only counter service restaurants that still allow you to get a free refill....

January 25, 2025 · 1 min · 156 words · Jason Lane

Doritos Changes Shape Of Iconic Chip For First Time Ever

Doritos' triangular shape is going square at least for a few lucky people in the UK. And traditionalists, don’t fret: It’s not permanent. As part of the promotion, the brand will drop clues hinting at the location of the prize packs. Shutterstock “The shape of things to come,” they captioned an image of the chip. “BOOOO,” wrote one person. “STOP CHANGING THINGS,” added another. Shutterstock Several commenters also believed it could be an April Food’s joke....

January 25, 2025 · 1 min · 101 words · Amanda Hill

I Tried 5 Frozen Onion Ring Brands and The Best One Puts Restaurants To Shame

This content references scientific studies and academic research, and is fact-checked to ensure accuracy. Our teamof licensed nutritionists and dietitians strives to be objective, unbiased, and honest. Crunchy, dippable, and technically a vegetable:Onion ringsare one of my favorite foods. Shutterstock So, I set out to find the best frozen onion ring brand. Whenever I go out for happy hour with friends or loved ones, onion rings are a must-order. It seems many nations want the bragging rights of having first discovered this tasty treat....

January 25, 2025 · 3 min · 578 words · Brianna Carpenter

What Is HYROX? The Fast-Growing Fitness Race Taking Over Gyms

That’s HYROX, the global fitness competition that’s taking over gyms and training programs worldwide. It’s for everyone. Ready to take on the race? Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! Here’s everything you should probably know to crush your first (or next) HYROX event. This balance of endurance and strength is what makes HYROX a unique fitness test. However, the two differ significantly in structure and goals. Shutterstock HYROX is endurance-focused, with a fixed sequence of runs and functional exercises....

January 25, 2025 · 2 min · 239 words · Erika Maynard PhD

10 Simple Dumbbell Exercises To Build Strength All Over

If your goal this year is to gain more strength, I’m here to help. While it takes time, you will get stronger and see results with the correct exercises. This requires both stability and balance, forcing your upper body stabilizers to work, too. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! If the workout is too easy, simply increase the weight to increase the difficulty to see more growth. -Stand with your feet together....

January 24, 2025 · 3 min · 566 words · Sarah Haley