However, what works for one person may not be an ideal course of action for another. This leads to one question: “Could the 1,200-calorie diet harm your weight-loss progress?” The 1,200-calorie diet doesn’t take into account each individual’s unique daily calorie needs. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! “The majority of your caloric needs come from your basal metabolic rate (BMR). This number [will] change based mainly on a person’s body size....

When it comes to BBQ sauce, there is so much diversity and so many starkly different recipes. This is what makes it such an intriguing condiment category, but also one which is difficult to rank. It also didn’t necessarily have to be sweet, but not too tangy or overly smokey either. Photos: The brands. Design: Eat This, Not That! Did I feel a little juvenile eating them? Was it worth it?...

Each bagel was judged on looks and taste, and I tried all of them with butter. So, who really makes the best bagels? Read on to see the final verdict. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! Biting in, this bagel was very sugary but unfortunately very dry tasting. With its streusel topping, it was a bit more visually appealing than Panera’s version. While I would never normally order this pop in of bagel, Einstein’s rendition was moist and chewy....

Papa Johns' fan-favorite Cheesy Burger Pizza is officially back on the menu as of June 10. The returning pie is a refreshed iteration of the chain’s popular Double Cheeseburger Pizza. Papa Johns first introduced the offering in 2014and it has since developed a huge customer following. Photo: Ken Wolter / Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! While the toppings may be untraditional, the returning item is still a pizza for all intents and purposes....

Even though most fast food would be considered “unhealthy,“some fast-food mealsare far worse than others. So what makes fast food so unhealthy? Read on, then check out theseHealthy Fast-Food Mealsto order instead. Photos: The brands. Design: Eat This, Not That! Additionally, the sodium count of this meal is a whopping 2,070 milligrams. What is also shocking about this burger is the 4.5 grams of trans fat. This burger would more than double this limit for you....

Weight gain duringmenopausemay seem like an unavoidable downside of aging. But the good news is it doesn’t have to be. As your body transitions through menopause, hormonal changes canincrease body fat, particularly around the abdomen. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! According to a2022 study, weight gain during menopause is often resulting from reduced metabolism and lack of exercise. Understanding how to manage weight gain during menopause is crucial for physical and mental well-being....

Fleming’s Treat Dad to a memorable steak dinner thisFather’s Day at Fleming’s. A three-course kid’s menu is also available. And what better way to kick off the summer season with aFather’s Daydinner at your local Melting Pot? Photo: Shutterstock The chain is launching a Forever Fondue promotion on June 16, available through August 1. This three-course experience includes a salad, endless entree, and chocolate fondue for dessert. Melting Pot is beginning Forever Fondue just in time for Father’s Day....

And the latest menu additions will pique the interest offried chickenfans. The casual dining chain is now serving three new sandwiches made with hand-breaded crispy chicken. Customers can order their half-priced appetizers in the restaurant, online, and through the chain’s mobile app. Courtesy of Applebee’s The three new crispy chicken sandwiches aren’t the only recent menu additions Applebee’s fans can enjoy. The chain also just brought back its popularStar Spangled Sips....

Kimchi is a traditional Korean pickle made from fermenting vegetables. The fermentation and spices imbue kimchi with a salty, sour, and fiery taste andplenty of gut-friendly probiotics. Kimchi can range from extremely acidic to savory-sweet depending on what seasonings are added. Photos: The brands. Design: Eat This, Not That! The longer kimchi is allowed to ferment, the stronger it tastes. In Korea, well-sealed kimchis that are two or three years old are considered delicacies....

You may have seen this stuff and not noticed it. But if you know? (There’s even a vintage metal sign advertising Maggi at my favorite restaurant in Paris.) Photo: Shutterstock A simple French vinaigrette is already perfection but there was something different about this one. you might buy it online and may even find it at your local grocery store. Admitting you like this product may raise some eyebrows in certain circles....

Previously, packaged foods only had to disclose their total number of sugarsboth naturally occurring and added. It’s certainly nice to know when foods you buy at the grocery store are high in them. To reduce added sugars in your diet, start by becoming a savvy label reader. Photos: The brands. Design: Eat This, Not That! Always check the “Added Sugars” line on the nutrition panel! We’re getting you started by identifying common too-sweet culprits....

There are many exciting things about Costco, but perhaps one of the most exciting isthe cheese section. I embarked on a little taste test, to find the absolute best cheeses worth your attention. This is a good gouda that would be a crowd-pleaser if added to a cheese board. Photos: Costco. Design: Eat This, Not That! The look:You’ll notice it right away for its signature red rind. The cheese itself is a nice-looking lighter yellow....

Remember the$5 footlong? The promo was complete with an iconic (and catchy) jingle. (It’s not just sandwiches, of course. Photo: Prachana Thong-on/Shutterstock Fast-food fans are annoyed with the cost ofpizzaandburgers, too.) Now, price-conscious customers are reconsidering whether their sandwich orders are worth the extra dough for what they get. “Subway is absolutely not worth it anymore,” one poster replied. Shutterstock “Quality was always dubious but it managed to barely scrape by in the price-quality ratio curve....