10 Best Mediterranean Diet Foods To Buy at Costco

TheMediterranean dietis everywhere these days. In fact, according to theU.S. Plus, Costco members get convenient access to all these delicious and nutritious foods without breaking the bank. Photos: Costco. Design: Eat This, Not That! Kirkland Extra Virgin Olive Oil Olive oil is a staple in plenty of Mediterranean diet recipes. “Kirkland Extra Virgin Olive Oilis cold-pressed, preserving its rich flavor and nutritional benefits. Its robust, fruity taste makes it perfect for drizzling over salads or dipping with bread....

June 6, 2024 · 2 min · 319 words · Toni Pittman

13 Superfood Smoothie Recipes To Start Your Day Right

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. But what exactly are superfoods, and how can you make a superfood-packed smoothie? Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! While not strictly defined, superfoods are generally considered to be exceptionally nutrient-dense foods. Read on, then check out25 Superfoods That Are Surprisingly High in Protein....

June 6, 2024 · 2 min · 374 words · James Villarreal

7 Major Differences Between Costco, Sam's Club, & BJ's

Withhigh grocery pricesstraining household budgets, shoppers are turning to warehouse chains in drovesand the numbers prove it. These are not your typical supermarkets: customers pay an annual membership feeto shop forgoods in bulk. Here’s a breakdown of how these three popular clubs compare. BJ’s Wholesale Club / Facebook Membership prices Costco:America’s leading warehouse club offerstwo main membership levelsfor families. Sam’s Club:Membership to the Walmart-owned clubcomes in at a slightly lower cost than Costco....

June 6, 2024 · 2 min · 374 words · Elizabeth Caldwell

A Beloved Regional Chicken Chain Is Expanding With 20 New Locations

And that growth is only continuing to ramp up. The chain has not yet shared when the new locations are slated to open. The chicken chain now operates more than 270 locations across the United States and United Kingdom. Slim Chickens / Facebook Looking ahead, the chainplans to open 70 new restaurantsin 2024 and has 1,100 signed agreements for additional locations. Slim Chickens plans to open in a variety of areas....

June 6, 2024 · 1 min · 75 words · Rebecca Frost

Can the 'Ice Hack Diet' Really Help You Lose Fat? We Asked a Dietitian

When it comes toweight loss, it seems like there’s always a new diet trend to try. What is this eating regimen all about? What is the ice hack diet? Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! Bakovic says the diet involves incorporating and consuming more cold-temperature foods. “One can definitely include ice on this diet! As the name suggests, hot foods are not part of this diet. Shutterstock Can the ice hack diet help you lose weight?...

June 6, 2024 · 1 min · 94 words · Frank Rivera

Costco Will Stop Selling a Popular Product Year-Round

But starting in 2025, the retailer will stop offering one of its popular product categories year-round. Instead, Costco will only offer books during the holiday shopping period from September through December. One of the main reasons Costco will stop selling books is that they require too much work to stock. Photo: Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! According toThe Times, Costco receives new shipments of books every Tuesday....

June 6, 2024 · 1 min · 159 words · Emma Savage

Popular Mexican Chain Declares Bankruptcy After Closing Dozens of Locations

A popular Mexican chain made major headlines in May when itabruptly closed 48 underperforming restaurants. This is Rubio’ssecond bankruptcyin just a few years following an earlier Chapter 11 filing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Rubio’s expects the sale transaction to be completed within 75 days. Rubio’s / Facebook Rubio’s is only the latest in a string of major bankruptcies shaking up the restaurant industry in 2024. Cassiohabib / Shutterstock

June 6, 2024 · 1 min · 68 words · Erika Lopez

Where Fast Food is Cheapest in America Right Now—and Where It's Not

Fast-food chains are no strangers to customer scrutiny and have continued to cause frustrations overrising menu prices. Online coupon platformBravoDealrecently shared astudythat revealed the states where fast food is least and most expensive. BravoDeal then scored the average cost of each item, averaged them, and created a final ranking. Shutterstock New York was the runner-up, offering the second-highest prices for McDonald’s, Chick-fil-A, and Taco Bell. New Jersey was the third most expensive state, followed by California....

June 6, 2024 · 1 min · 91 words · Ashley Greer

10 Best & Worst Types Of Alcohol For Weight Loss

Adopting healthier habits and making tweaks to your daily lifestyle can be challenging when you want tolose weight. This is especially true when dining out, attending social gatherings, and going on vacation. You want to enjoy yourself while making choices that won’t totally sabotage your progress. Photos: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! “Then, limit yourself to that one drink. Below, Pelitera breaks down the five best and five worst types of alcohol for weight loss....

June 5, 2024 · 2 min · 324 words · Tamara Perry

10 Best Aldi Products You Can Find in June

Summer is just a couple of weeks awaycue the pool parties, barbecues, and other outdoor gatherings. Aldi is kicking off the season by releasing a new seasonal collection of exciting items. We’re talking grilling favorites,frozen desserts, and plenty of crowd-pleasing snacks. Photo: Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! Need some inspiration as you’re planning your Father’s Day barbecue? Looking to stock up on somewell-pricedsummery treats? Read on to discover the most enticing Aldi Finds you could score throughout the month of June....

June 5, 2024 · 2 min · 302 words · Anthony Davis

14 Popular Store-Bought White Breads, Ranked by Taste

I got this one at my local Acme for $2.49. The taste:The extra bake on that crust translated to a bit of bitterness in taste. The inside of the bread had very little taste, but the bitterness of the crust overpowered everything. Photos: The brands. Design: Eat This, Not That! Unsurprisingly, a loaf ofwhite bread at TJ’sis reasonably pricedjust $2.49. The look:Trader Joe’s white bread looks rather ordinary, and that’s okay....

June 5, 2024 · 4 min · 760 words · Jimmy Snyder

8 Signs Stress Is Damaging Your Body—and What To Do About It

In today’s fast-paced, always-on-the-go society, being in a constant state ofstresshas become somewhat the norm. However, living in a high-stress zone can majorly impact your healthand not in a good way. You’re gaining weight. Photo: Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! If you notice you’re gaining excess weight, stress may be getting the best of your body. “People often stop focusing on their health and [grab] whatever is convenient. This healthy combo cankeep your blood sugar levels stableand help you avoid fatigue due to sugar crashes....

June 5, 2024 · 2 min · 316 words · Paul Allen

Aldi vs. Lidl: 7 Major Differences Between the Popular Grocers

Both were founded in Germany and later expanded to the United States. Both specialize in discount groceries, many of which are sold under private-label or store brands. Both have generoussatisfaction guarantee policies. Photos: Sadie Mantell / Shutterstock, Billy F Blume Jr / Shutterstock. Design: Eat This, Not That! Their logos even feature some of the same colors: yellow, blue, and red. In fact, both bring something unique to the table in terms of the shopping experience....

June 5, 2024 · 2 min · 356 words · William May