McDonald's Is Changing Its Approach to the Value Menu

Now, the chain announced plans for customizing value offers based on regionality. From coast to coast, the Mickey D’s menu and pricing could soon look substantially different. “As we get more digital, there are different products with different elasticities in different geographies. RYO Alexandre / Shutterstock Thanks to a combination of price hikes and value items McDonald’sU.S. same-store sales have increased by almost 4% in the last quarter, which was higher than expected....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 86 words · Emily Durham

Reverse Aging After 50 With These Easy Exercise Ball Moves, Trainer Says

Below are five stability ball exercises you might do to reverse aging after 50. Push through your heels and hips to come back up, flexing your quads and glutes to finish. Keep your feet shoulder-width distance apart and hips high as you hold this position for 15 to 30 seconds. Shutterstock Return the ball to the starting position, and repeat. Place your forearms on the ball, then roll it out while bringing your hips forward....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 106 words · Jose Riley

The #1 Supercharged Kettlebell Workout for a Smaller Waist, Trainer Says

Here’s a simple five-exercise kettlebell workout for a smaller waist. Keeping your core tight, push your hips back, and squat down to parallel. Grab the kettlebell with one arm, keeping the opposite forearm resting on your thigh. Shutterstock Straighten your arm afterward, and get a nice stretch at the bottom before performing the next rep. Complete 3 to 4 sets of 12 reps for each arm. Lower the weight under control back to the starting position before performing another rep....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 171 words · John Hunter MD

The Best Fast-Food Orders If You Have High Blood Pressure

But this doesn’t mean you have to completely restrict yourself from the foods you love. Read on, and for more healthy eating tips check out4 Major Fast-Food Chains Making Drastic Changes. “Baked potatoes are a source of fiber, vitamin C, and potassium. Shutterstock However, Manaker notes that McDonald’s oatmeal is a safer choice for those watching their blood pressure. But a simple hamburger can satisfy a burger craving in a better-for-you way....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 89 words · Brian Bradshaw

These 5 Coca-Cola Drinks Are Getting a Huge Update

Read on to find out which brands will be different and when. (For more, here are12 Discontinued Sodas That Returned After Customer Outcry.) “This transition will help increase availability of food-grade rPET. Shutterstock But this isn’t the only one to get a new, clear branding. Mello Yello Like Sprite,Mello Yellohas a distinct color scheme associated with its soda. Dasani Dasani water bottles are already clear, buta big change is coming....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 89 words · Melissa Leonard

This Beloved Juice Box Is Drastically Changing Its Ingredients for the Second Time in 7 Years

There may not be a more iconicjuice in the grocery storethan the one sold in a silver pouch. The beloved drink is getting a recipe makeover for the second time in seven years. The switch will help reduce the amount of total sugar in a serving of Capri Sun by 40%. Shutterstock The packaging will be updated, too when the new boxes get to grocery stores in August. Now, with the monk fruit change, boxes will have 5 grams of sugar, not 8 grams....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 84 words · Cynthia Parks

This Ingredient in an Online Meal Service's Food Is Being Tied to Another Outbreak of Illnesses

Now there’s another company in hot water over a product that is also making people sick. A lawsuit has been filed against Revive Superfoods about a smoothie it sells on its website. The delivery company has received more than 470 reports. Facebook/Revive Superfoods Nearly 100 customers required hospitalization with symptoms including jaundice, stomach pains, and liver damage. The FDA is currently investigating the product. Currently,Daily Harvest is experiencing a lawsuitof its own after a customer had their gallbladder removed....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 81 words · Rhonda Sullivan

This Is the #1 Belly Burn Workout Your Abs Can't Live Without, Trainer Says

Before we get into the belly burn workout your abs will appreciate, let’s go over some points. The bulk of your exercises should consist ofcompound movementsthat engage more muscle groups and burn more calories. Dumbbell Crunch For the Dumbbell Crunch, you’ll need a set of dumbbells at the ready. Shutterstock Position yourself flat on your back with your knees bent. With a dumbbell in each hand, fully extend your arms....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 179 words · Jenna James

This Quick Booty Workout Will Totally Transform Your Backside, Trainer Says

Are you ready for a new and improved workout that’ll transform your backside? If so, there are three main areas you’ll target for sculpt the toned derriere of your dreams. Beyond that, the surrounding muscles can also be strengthened in efforts to support your exercise goals. Shutterstock Perform 3 sets of 12 reps, and get ready to transform your backside. (verify you’re not overextending your knees!) Hold that position before squeezing your glutes to rise back up to standing....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 104 words · Kevin Jackson

What Eating Cheese Does to Your Waistline

Let’s start with the positives. When discussing the positives, cheese can provide you with two benefits: protein and aiding in weight loss. “And if you’re watching weight, part-skim is best.” Shutterstock If you’re looking for a cheese rich in protein, try low-fat cottage cheese. Department of Agriculture, one cup contains about 24 grams of protein. It makes for a great breakfast option or snack throughout the day. Shutterstock If you’re looking for part-skim,part-skim mozzarella cheesecomes in at about 20 grams of protein per cup....

July 28, 2022 · 1 min · 161 words · Aaron Townsend

6 Best Foods to Lose Belly Fat and Slow Aging

Getting olderbrings a slew of changes to the bodyespecially to the metabolism. And one area you may be noticing more fat accumulation is around the belly. And that belly fat buildup can lead to serious health problems. Shutterstock Almond oil is often included in beauty products for a reason!" “Vitamin C helps to support collagen in skin and bones both important to support healthy aging.” Also, protein is needed to create collagen that is used to help the elasticity of the skin....

July 27, 2022 · 1 min · 90 words · Angela Cobb

7 Controversial Secrets Milk Brands Don't Want You to Know

Remember those “Got Milk?” commercials and print ads that used to pop up everywhere in the 1990s? Dairyhas been declining in popularity in recent years. Shutterstock Here are eight controversial secretsmilk brandsprobably don’t want you to know. And next, don’t miss the8 Worst Fast-Food Burgers to Stay Away From Right Now. Although the number of dairy farms has gone down, the amount of milk being produced has gone up. Shutterstock...

July 27, 2022 · 2 min · 238 words · Dr. Mark Ingram DDS

8 Lawsuits Hooters Doesn't Want You to Know About

Now, that Hooters Toyota lawsuit? That one was a one-of-a-kind! Waitresses sue for improper compensation. Jonathan Weiss / Shutterstock This was in clear violation of theFair Labor Standards Act.6254a4d1642c605c54bf1cab17d50f1e Hooters sued for weight bias. Men sue Hooters over discriminatory hiring practices. The three men each took home a settlement of $19,000. Shutterstock Sexual harassment suit from the year 2000. She won her case in a jury trial and was awarded $275,000....

July 27, 2022 · 1 min · 162 words · Donna Parker