Why Aldi's Meat Is So Suspiciously Cheap - The Takeout
You might think that only low-quality meats are sold for low prices. However, Aldi uses cost-cutting techniques to sell great meat at great prices.
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The Illegal Fruit That Looks Like A Banana And Smells Like An Orange - The Takeout
Banana passionfruit is beautiful and has a unique flavor. However, this beauty can become quite the beast, which is why it's become outlawed in certain places.
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Are Aldi's Hash Browns Really A McDonald's Copycat? We Put The 2 To The Test - The Takeout
Aldi's Season's Choice-brand hash browns are nearly identical to McDonald's hash browns, but are they as good? We compared the two to find out.
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Top 10 Foods You Should Eat For Healthy Eyes
Following a nutritious diet high in foods known to support eye health, like peppers and seafood, is one of the best ways to support optimal vision and protect against the development of eye diseases like ARMD and cataracts.
Restaurants Create a Mound of Plastic Waste. Some Are Working to Fix That.
A small but growing number of restaurants are moving away from single-use plastic take-out containers, which usually end up in the trash because they can’t be recycled.
My wife and daughter both had brain cancer … then a miracle happened
Scientist Alan Townsend's world was blown apart when his family received devastating diagnoses within a year of each other. In the face of these almost impossible odds, his atheism started to waver.
Kids Are Starting Their Periods Earlier, and They Are More Irregular Than They Were in the Past, Study Says
Kids are starting their periods earlier, and how long it takes to become regular is changing, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open on May 29.
Isabella Strahan Jokes That Her Brain Is 'Expensive' amid Tumor Treatment
Isabella Strahan — the daughter of Michael Strahan — participated in a TikTok trend joking about how expensive her brain is, sharing a teary eyed photo of herself after having surgery for her brain tumor.
Powerlifter and Dad of 3 Gets 'Mild Cold' That Turned into Rare Disease: 'Devastated My Body'
Jared Maynard, 33, shared his miraculous recovery after his “mild cold” led to him being diagnosed with HLH, a rare and potentially fatal autoimmune disorder.
My wife and daughter both had brain cancer … then a miracle happened
Scientist Alan Townsend's world was blown apart when his family received devastating diagnoses within a year of each other. In the face of these almost impossible odds, his atheism started to waver.
The disappearance of Mexican supermodel Gabriela Rico Jiménez
Gabriela Rico Jiménez, then 21, vanished in 2009 after a video of her emotional outburst and ensuing arrest went viral.
Texas beauty queen suffered cardiac arrest on football field
Chloe Burke, a 25-year-old contestant in the Miss Texas Beauty Pageant, went into cardiac arrest at 21. She is now using her platform to educate others about ways to prevent the incident.
The Curious Ways Your Skin Shapes Your Health
Weathered or unhealthy skin is emerging as a major risk factor for almost every single age-related disease, from Parkinson’s to type 2 diabetes.
I Had a Tough Job at My Brooklyn Jail: Keeping Men From Taking Their Own Lives
As a suicide prevention aide, I had to make sure my fellow detainees didn’t harm themselves. It was surprisingly easy to get such a complex job.
Here’s How I Use My Story to Teach Incarcerated Kids That Writing Matters
At 18, Bobby Bostic was sentenced to 241 years in prison. Now out on parole, he’s sharing the healing power of writing in juvenile detention centers.
Being a Corrections Officer Is Dangerous. Try Doing It While Pregnant.
Lia McKeown says a California prison refused to adjust her job duties to accommodate her pregnancies. Now she’s suing for discrimination.
I Recorded a Whole Hip-Hop Album on a Death Row Telephone
In this new book excerpt, incarcerated rapper Alim “RRome Alone” Braxton describes his early attempts to record vocals over a phone in the dayroom.
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Abortion Is Just One Part of a Larger Story About Pregnancy Behind Bars
Abortion is just one part of a greater story about how indifferent — and even cruel — reproductive healthcare can be in prisons and jails.
I Survived Pregnancy Behind Bars. Now I’m a Prison Doula.
As a doula in Georgia prisons and jails, Tabatha Trammell supports incarcerated clients through pregnancy, childbirth — and giving up their newborns.
My Wild and Winding Path to a College Degree Behind Bars
Rahsaan “New York” Thomas was proud to finally earn his associate’s degree in San Quentin State Prison. But repeated COVID-19 lockdowns turned his graduation ceremony into a two-year ordeal.
I Raised My Kids From Prison. Soon, I’m Coming Home to a Grandson.
Chanell Burnette’s two sons were very young when she was incarcerated 18 years ago. “It’s funny how things come full circle,” writes the first-time grandmother. “This is two generations of me.”
Between Addiction and Prison, I Left My Boy to Grow Up Without a Dad
With his release date quickly approaching, Ryan M. Moser reflects on the pain he caused his son — and his hopes for healing their relationship.
How I Survived a Year in ‘the Hole’ Without Losing My Mind
In prison, going to “the hole” can mean spending 23 hours a day alone in a tiny cell. Here, incarcerated author Michael J. Nichols shares his top 10 tips for enduring long stretches of “administrative segregation.”
Prison Healthcare Means Not Knowing What’s Slowly Destroying My Body
For over two years, a mystery illness has made it hard for James Keown to walk, sit up and eat. Now he wonders if he has to die to be diagnosed.
What are cancer vaccines and have scientists finally found a cure?
The NHS in England is recruiting for the first large-scale trial of its kind, with hopes high that the personalised jabs could be a gamechanger
What’s really happening to grocery prices right now
Target and Walmart are talking about their price cuts. How big of a deal is it?
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The big lie about sleep
When it comes to slumber, what matters most is how rich you are.
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Little Bugs Live In Our Eyelashes. Should We Be Concerned?
Most of us have mites living on our faces, including in our eyelashes, but usually they are not a cause for concern.
My Baby’s Doing Fine, Thanks for Asking. But What About Me?
After I gave birth, people only checked in on my daughter—until a therapist told me I needed to check into a hospital.
Is There a Right Way to Eat When Flying?
We asked nutritionists and health experts about the food you should seek out and avoid eating on a plane.
Which Caesar Salad Recipe Is Worth Hailing?
Can you make a great Caesar salad at home? We tested four recipes to find out.
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How Black Lives Became The Hidden Cost of Clean Energy
Black activists in the U.S. are fighting the exploitation of Black resources and workers in the Congo.
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Planting Hope: Gary’s Urban Gardens Foster Community and Healing
Residents are turning empty plots into sources of community pride and sustainability in the battle against food insecurity.
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Food Apartheid: Racialized Access to Healthy Affordable Food
Food justice leaders are urging us to reconceptualize “food deserts” as “food apartheid” by focusing on creating food sovereignty through community-driven solutions and systemic change.
In Graphic Detail: Avian Flu around the World | Hakai Magazine
Now that it’s spread rapidly around the globe and jumped to animals such as foxes, sea lions, and cows, scientists worry that the avian flu could spill over to humans.
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The truth about ADHD and autism: how many people have it, what causes it, and why are diagnoses soaring?
Growing awareness about ADHD and autism is reshaping thinking in science, social science and medicine. Scientists explain what’s behind the rise – and the best ways to improve neurodivergent lives
What to Eat Before and After Your Workout
The best exercise fuel you’re not eating may be fruits, nuts, dark greens, and other plants.
This Doctor Pioneered Counting Calories a Century Ago, and We’re Still Dealing With the Consequences
When Lulu Hunt Peters brought Americans a new method for weighing their dinner options, she launched a century of diet fads that left us hungry for a better way to keep our bodies strong and healthy
How cuddly robots could change dementia care
Researchers are using AI and technological advancements to create companion robots
'It Helped Me Embody Someone Else': How 'Cyberpunk 2077' Helped Gene Park Battle Cancer
'Washington Post' journalist Gene Park was diagnosed with cancer in 2022, but found solace in video games.
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How humans learned to self-medicate with certain plants by observing animals
The term zoopharmacognosy — meaning "animal medicine knowledge" — was invented in 1987, but humans have watched animals self-medicate for thousands of years and made medical discoveries along the way.
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The Best High-Protein Snacks for Hitting Your Macros on the Go
Serious athletes need more protein than the average guy.
How to Do a Barbell Squat When You Don’t Have a Squat Rack
To lift weights at home, first you need the weights. That’s simple enough—just buy a barbell set, if you’re into barbell lifts. But then your next problem is: how do I squat? Squatting typically involves a squat rack, and that’s a luxury many home gymmers don’t have. Let’s look at your options.
This Tiny Taco Stand in Mexico City Was Just Awarded a Coveted Michelin Star
Founded in 1968, Taquería El Califa de León has just four items on its menu, which diners eat while standing elbow to elbow
Do this once a month and extend your life by up to 10 years. No gym required
Research shows that art experiences, whether as a maker or a beholder, transform our biology by rewiring our brains and triggering the release of neurochemicals, hormones and endorphins.
Guy Fieri, 56, reveals he's lost 30 pounds thanks to change in routine
The TV personality said that 15 minutes in the sauna and three of a cold plunge are 'a daily reset' that helps keep him on task.
The Benefits Of Tamanu Oil For The Face, According To An Esthetician | Essence
We spoke with an esthetician about the benefits of this TikTok-trending skincare ingredient, Tamanu oil.
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Computer Scientists Invent an Efficient New Way to Count | Quanta Magazine
By making use of randomness, a team has created a simple algorithm for estimating large numbers of distinct objects in a stream of data.
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What Happens in the Brain to Cause Depression? | Quanta Magazine
Drugs that target the neurotransmitter serotonin have long been prescribed to treat depression. Now the spotlight is turning to other aspects of brain chemistry. In this episode, the neuropharmacologist John Krystal shares findings that are overturning our understanding of depression.
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Why and How Do We Dream? | Quanta Magazine
Dreams are subjective, but there are ways to peer into the minds of people while they are dreaming. Steven Strogatz speaks with sleep researcher Antonio Zadra about how new experimental methods have changed our understanding of dreams.
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Can Math and Physics Save an Arrhythmic Heart? | Quanta Magazine
Abnormal waves of electrical activity can cause a heart’s muscle cells to beat out of sync. In this episode, Flavio Fenton, an expert in cardiac dynamics, talks with Steve Strogatz about ways to treat heart arrhythmias without resorting to painful defibrillators.
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The messy quest to replace drugs with electricity
“Electroceuticals” promised the post-pharma future for medicine. But the exclusive focus on the nervous system is seeming less and less warranted.
How to ‘Track’ Your Runs Without a Fitness Watch or App
When you’re new to running, or getting back into it, the last thing you need is one more barrier. Shoes, appropriate clothes, sweat-resistant sunscreen: these things are hard to do without. But those running watches that it seems like everyone has? You don’t need one on your first day. You don’t...