Most of us loveMcDonald’sfor its reliable burgers and fries, golden-standard chicken nuggets, and inoffensive apple pies. But do we ever, really, get to experience true innovation from our beloved Mickey D’s? All items are inspired by Mediterranean flavors straight out of our European summer fantasies. Courtesy of McDonald’s UK The new fries which are ditching potatoes for cheese. Squeaky, firm, perfect-for-frying halloumi cheese. The dairy-filled fries will come with a side of tomato dip....

There are too manyfad dietsand marketed weight loss programs to count anymore. So when it comes to losing weight, is there a healthy, sustainable way to do it? The short answer is, yes, there is! Shutterstock Adding more fiber There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. And according to Best, both are crucial for losing belly fat and keeping it off. “Soluble fiber improves insulin sensitivity by feeding the gut’s beneficial bacteria....

In fact, many other types of foods can affect your cholesterol levels far more. For example, diets heavier in added sugar may impact your cholesterol levels in ways you may not realize. So, what exactly is the relationship between eating added sugar andyour body’s cholesterol levels? Shutterstock To learn more, we talked with a couple of expert dietitians. “Total elimination of added sugar is practically impossible and can lead to obsessively restrictive disordered eating habits....

When you say “yogurt” and “bones,” the mineralcalciumshould pop into your head. However, there are more nutrients found in yogurt that are needed forbone health. That’s whycow’s milkGreek yogurttops the list as the best yogurt for strong bones. Shutterstock Find out what Greek yogurt has to offer to help keep your bones healthy. Cow’s milk Greek yogurt provides many of the nutrients listed above. How does Greek yogurt affect your bones?...

Most fast food franchise owners are not making much money. At the cleanest restaurants, you’ll probably ingest chemicals. Owners can get bonuses for employee retentioneven bad employees. Shutterstock This often results in locations holding onto subpar employees who should really be let go. Those ice cream machines may have been designed to be faulty. It’s almost an ongoing joke how often McDonald’s soft serve ice cream machines are broken. Shutterstock...

Two chronic diseases that increase the risk ofkidney diseaseare diabetes and hypertension (high blood pressure). Here we discuss five of the top foods to shy away from to best protect your kidneys. And the number one form in which it’s consumed? Shutterstock Soy sauce is classically used to impart an “umami” or savory flavor. Shutterstock Shutterstock Shutterstock Shutterstock Courtesy of Shutterstock

Can you even imagine pureeing your ownpumpkinfor a pie instead of just grabbing a can of Libby’s? Here are nine recipes you likely know and love from product boxes, bags, and cans. After, be sure to check out our list of11 Packaged Foods With Hidden Messages in Their Logos. Shutterstock The recipe was popularized after awinning contestant presented the recipe at a bake-off in 1957. It’s still an iconic cookie for the holidays....

Abeloved low-cost supermarket chainhas been closing stores recently despite being named thefastest-growing grocery chain in the U.S. in 2021. This is a trend shoppers know all too well. Earlier this yeartwo ALDI locations in Chicago and one in Memphisclosed abruptly. Shutterstock However, rather than staff shortages, these stores saw sales plummet alongside repeated burglaries. The Windy City stores were located by West Garfield Park and in the Auburn Gresham neighborhoods of the city....

Up for a challenge? Thentry these prompts to establish veggie-eating habits for weight loss. Add flavor to eat more Have you ever sprinkled salt on a cucumber? Shutterstock It’s delicious, and you want to keep sprinkling and crunching, right? Well, there are lots of ways to make vegetables more appealing to your palate beyond sprinkling salt. You just need to get a little creative. Shutterstock How I Dropped 100 Pounds Enjoying Carbs, Cocktails & Chocolateand it’s possible for you to Too!...

Many drinks also contain nutrients and antioxidants to keep your blood flowing freely. Need something to sip that won’t spike your BP? While it might not be the most exciting beverage, water is our top choice for regulating blood pressure. Shutterstock And then there’s the overwhelming evidence that hydrationor lack thereofcan significantly affect blood pressure. Habitually low water intake has beenlinkedto increased future risk for adverse cardiovascular events. If you tend to get tired of guzzling plain H2O, consider investing in an infuser bottle....

We totally get it. This area of the body requires hard work and dedication to get rid of. But if you want to blast your beer gut, it’s totally doable with the righthealthy habitson deck. Shutterstock Don’t stress about the exercise part of the equation, because we’re here to help you out. This15-minute workoutwill get you back into shape. (you could thank us later!) Tim Liu, C.S.C.S. When it comes to your strength training workouts, they should mostly consist ofcompound movements....

Taco Bell sure knows how to give its customers what they want, and then some! Arecent Reddit postwith the headline “This is the most underrated item on the menu. Who else agrees?” KULLAPONG PARCHERAT / Shutterstock The spuds did not make the pandemic cut, and the chain definitely received some backlash for it. Lmao there was an entire crusade to get Taco Bell to bring them back…“said one user. And they’re right....

Everything you do when it comes to eating and exercising matters greatly when you’re trying tolose weight. It’s important to be consistent with ahealthy routine, and change doesn’t happen overnight. Get ready to sharpen your daily routine, because this is happening now! Shutterstock For example, many dieters think they should stay away from carbohydrates and choose to eat protein. On the contrary, it’sessential to have carbohydratesjust after a workout. Of course, there are rules to keep in mind....