I Tried the Frozen Custard at 4 Popular Chains & There Was One Clear Winner

For many people, that means a trip to your localfrozen custardstand, where creamy, chilly treats await. To help you find your frozen fix, I sampled cups from four national chains. Alas, it was not meant to be. Photo: Culver’s/Facebook. Design: Eat This, Not That! However, I did find a surprising new favorite during that fateful visit. I tried all three flavors, paying $4.29 per cup. Meanwhile, the vanilla custard contained noticeably large ice shards that detracted from its otherwise creamy appearance....

July 15, 2024 · 2 min · 287 words · Jamie Tran

McDonald's $5 Meal Is Even Cheaper With This Easy Trick

Some McDonald’s promotionssuch as the $5 Meal Dealare available at participating restaurants nationwide. However, many McDonald’s franchisees also offer their own special deals that are only available in select markets. Thanks to the 20% discount, the total only added up to $13. Photo: Ken Wolter / Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! the X user, @steveallen2373, captioned the photo. Photo: McDonald’s

July 15, 2024 · 1 min · 61 words · Teresa Phillips

Stop & Shop Is Closing Dozens Of Underperforming Locations Across 5 States

Stop & Shop expects these locations to shut their doors on or before Nov. 2, 2024. “They take away from the whole organization. We need to focus on the parts that we need to invest in and want to invest in.” Photo: Shutterstock Reid also toldThe Associated Pressthat the supermarket chain will continue building new stores and remodeling existing ones. Stop & Shop has remodeled more than 190 stores since 2018....

July 15, 2024 · 1 min · 102 words · Raymond Woods

Try This Stretch to Take Your Flexibility to the Next Level

Stretching can alsoimprove your postureand make performing daily activities easier. But not all stretches are equal when it comes to optimizing your health and well-being. That’s why we found out the best stretch to improve your flexibility. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! Certain stretches can be game-changers and take your flexibility to the next level. Flexibility is essential for people of all ages and fitness levels. Both PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) and static stretching can effectively boost your routine....

July 15, 2024 · 2 min · 250 words · Corey Fisher

15 Best High-Protein, Low-Calorie Snacks at the Grocery Store

Eating in the higher protein range can also help curb cravings and help with recovery after a workout. Below, we’ve rounded up the best high-protein snacks under 200 calories to help you stay lean. Stock up, and then check out these25 Superfoods That Are Surprisingly High in Protein. Photos: The brands. Design: Eat This, Not That! Think ofRivalzas a crunchy pocket filled with flavors of your favorite comfort foods. Instead, grab a chilled bottle ofFairlife’s Chocolate, Strawberry, or Vanilla Core Power shakes....

July 14, 2024 · 1 min · 199 words · Kristen Brown

5 Best Workouts To Melt Fat & Build Muscle

Losing unwanted body fatandsculpting lean muscleare two of America’s most common fitness goals. That’s whereETNTcomes in. We have five of the best expert-backed workouts to melt fat and build muscle. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! Researchshows that incorporating effective fat-burning, muscle-building workouts into your routine can significantly boost your metabolism. Plus,building muscleimproves your overall strength and endurance, making daily activities easier and enhancing athletic performance. Beyond its physical benefits, regular exercise is crucial to mental health....

July 14, 2024 · 4 min · 766 words · Mary Mejia

8 Fastest-Growing Sandwich Chains You're About to See Everywhere

It’s a vehicle for all sorts of exciting possibilities. Stuff it with cold cuts and veggies. Load it up with warm meats and melted cheese. Deutschlandreform / Shutterstock Dress it up with your favorite condiments and spreads. The opportunities to get creative are truly limitlessas are theplaces to score a top-notch sandwich. Among the country’s numerous sandwich spots arefast-food chains that specialize in sandwichesand enjoy loyal customer bases. Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock...

July 14, 2024 · 2 min · 272 words · Carmen Martin

Can Taking a Magnesium Supplement Help Speed up Weight Loss?

Supplements are a popular staple for many. What is magnesium, and does it promote weight loss? Magnesium supplements may help with weight loss, especially if you have low magnesium levels. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! However, Anderson advocates a “food first” approach. In other words, maximize your consumption of foods rich in magnesium! What does that mean? Shutterstock We seemingly are not getting enough magnesium in general. Additionally, magnesium supplementation may interfere with certain drugs, including bisphosphonates and antibiotics....

July 14, 2024 · 1 min · 82 words · Andrew Lara

I Tried 9 Fast-Food Lemonades & the Best Was Perfectly Sweet and Sour

A small lemonade cost me $3.89. The look:This one looked very similar to other fast-food lemonades, with a light, yellow-green hue. It was quite cloudy too, with no visible pulp. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! The taste:Eek! This tasted like liquid sugar with some lemon juice squeezed in. This was way too sugary and artificial tasting for me and I would not buy this one again. Photo: Amanda Mactas, Eat This, Not That!...

July 14, 2024 · 3 min · 528 words · Andrew Lawrence

I Tried 7 Prebiotic & Probiotic Sodas and The Best Was Fruity and Not Too Sweet

The world ofsodashas changed dramatically in the past few years. What are probiotics? Probiotics are living bacteria known to be beneficial to the human body. Photo: Lizzy Briskin. Design: Eat This, Not That! These microorganisms occur naturally in fermented foods like yogurt, sauerkraut, kimchi, and even sourdough bread. When you eat foods that contain probiotics, these healthy bacteriacan populate and diversify your gastrointestinal system. 7 Probiotic Foods Scientifically Linked to Better Health...

July 13, 2024 · 2 min · 395 words · Michelle Weiss

I Tried Panera's Controversial New Breakfast Items & Some Were Surprisingly Tasty

This year is quickly shaping up to be a major period of change for one of America’stop bakery-cafe chains. The lineup includes several new takes on familiar breakfast foods. There’s a Ham, Egg & Cheese Sandwich. Photo: Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! There’s a Bacon Double Take breakfast sandwich with an extra hefty portion of bacon. And there’s also aSteak & Wake sandwich stacked with marinated, thin-sliced cuts of beef....

July 13, 2024 · 3 min · 616 words · David Davidson

People Are Obsessed With the 'Carnivore Diet' for Weight Loss, But Does it Work?

The carnivore diet is making waves in the world ofweight loss. But does the carnivore diet live up to the hype? To find out, we spoke with registered dietitians who weigh in on this growing way of eating. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! As with any diet trend, looking beyond the hype and examining the facts is essential. The carnivore diet is appealing because of its straightforward approach to eating....

July 13, 2024 · 1 min · 196 words · Ashley Williams

The 13 Most Beloved Red Lobster Dishes of All Time

Since its opening in 1968, Red Lobster has become an American institution. Yet, the future of this influential dining brand is now in serious jeopardy. Oddly enough, this wasn’t the first time that an all-you-can-eat promo backfired for the chain. Photo: Deutschlandreform / Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! Evenmore Red Lobster locations could soon closeas ownerThai Union Group tries to offload assets and restructure the business. Meanwhile, longtime fans are showing their support for the beleaguered chain....

July 13, 2024 · 2 min · 368 words · Aaron Morales