Health News for You
HOUSTON (AP) — The young migrants and asylum seekers swim across the Rio Grande and clamber into the dense brush of Texas. Many are teens who left Central America on their own; others were sent along by parents from refugee camps in Mexico. They are as young as 10. Under U.S. law they would normally […]
This age-old tradition has a few surprising origins. Rawpixel.com/Shutterstock Whether it’s hanging the stockings or baking gingerbread cookies, all of our favorite Christmas traditions have a fascinating history. But no matter where or how you celebrate the holiday season, you might honor a rather unusual custom: finding oranges in your stocking on Christmas morning. No, […]
Do You Need Compression Socks When You Travel? – Health Top Navigation Close Explore Health Profile Menu Follow us Close Share options Close View image The Scary Reason You Should Wear Compression Socks On Your Next Flight this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines. Let’s block ads! […]
via amazon.com The sweet rolls are melt-in-your-mouth delicious, but they’re not as unique a concept as you might think! Every product is independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Even if you’ve never had a King’s Hawaiian roll, you can probably recognize the bright […]
There’s a lot that goes into all of the cheesy goodness of a Costco pizza. Francis Dean/REX/Shutterstock There’s nothing better than grabbing a $ 1.99 slice of pizza at Costco after stocking up on bulk items.After all, pushing around that giant cart while scouting the massive store for deals is hard work. While some of these […]
Sarah Hyland Shares ‘KUPA’ Photo During Teen Choice Performance – Health Top Navigation Close Explore Health Profile Menu Follow us Close Share options Close View image Sarah Hyland Points To Her ‘KUPA’ as Reason for Not Wearing Spanx to the Teen Choice Awards this link is to an external site that may or may not […]
Joshua Resnick/shutterstock Paying an added price for your avocado topping is the pits, but there’s a reason it’s so expensive. From planting to plate, here’s why that side of guac costs extra. Avocados take a lot of water to grow The high price of guacamole starts before it’s mixed with lime, tomato, and onions—it begins […]
Alicia Silverstone Attributes Her Son’s Good Behavior to His Vegan Diet – Health Top Navigation Close Explore Health Profile Menu Follow us Close Share options Close View image Alicia Silverstone Says Her Son’s Vegan Diet Is the Reason for His Good Behavior—Here’s What a Nutritionist Thinks this link is to an external site that may […]
Robson90/shutterstock Hint: It’s part of the burger chain’s effort to incorporate healthier foods. People may be eating less fast food these days, but McDonald’s Quarter Pounder’s fortunes are on the rise. Executives at McDonald’s recently revealed that after five years of market decline, the company is once again gaining market share. McDonald’s sold 40 million […]
There are several different theories! StudioByTheSea/Shutterstock Coffee comes in many forms. There is steamed, iced, cold brew, and drip—and don’t even get us started on mochas, cappuccinos, and lattes. Some of us brew it at home (and these are the only tricks you need for a perfect pot), while others stop by the nearest coffee […]
Evgeny Tomeev/Shutterstock Bacteria can thrive in unexpected places—which is why you need separate cutting boards in your kitchen. We got the full scoop on this icky problem. Safely handling raw food is a skill every home cook should have. But safe food handling doesn’t stop at storing meats at proper temperatures and ensuring they’re cooked […]
The Reason Grocery Stores Spray Water on Their Produce Will Blow Your Mind – Health Top Navigation Close Explore Health Profile Menu Follow us Close Share options Close View image The Reason Grocery Stores Spray Water on Their Produce Will Blow Your Mind this link is to an external site that may or may not […]
For years, cross-hatch grill marks have long been considered a signal of a perfect steak…until now. Julie Vader/Shutterstock My first day in the kitchen at a steakhouse, my boss showed me how to make perfect grill marks: Place the steak on the hot side of the grill, flip it 90 degrees after a few minutes, […]
Whiteaster/Shutterstock A recent study on the effects of reheated cooking oil on the body draws an alarming conclusion. You may never respond to the alluring aroma of fast food French fries the same way again. Whiteaster/Shutterstock A research team at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign set out to test the effects of thermally abused […]
No, we’re not talking about the chocolate kind. fabiano caddeo/Shutterstock If you’ve seen “truffle” on a menu next to fries or pasta, you probably also saw a hefty price tag, too. This unique ingredient always adds to the bill and makes people ask—why are truffles so expensive? What is a truffle? Truffles are rare, edible, […]