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fromTasting Table
13 hours ago

Why The Food At The Front Of The Buffet Line Is A No-Go In Our Book - Tasting Table

Survey the buffet, avoid filling your plate with bulky cheap items at the front; save space by taking small portions for meats and pricier dishes.
fromTasting Table
6 days ago

The Elite Strategy For A Better Buffet Experience - Tasting Table

Selecting your favorites and getting to go back for seconds and thirds allows you to sample a little bit of everything and even discover new-to-you dishes. There are a number of tips you need to navigate any buffet so you don't waste time and money, the most important of which is the order in which you eat. Leave starches for last to keep from filling up so you can have more room to enjoy more big-ticket items.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

UK supermarkets go all out for Jab-uary' with food for those on weight-loss drugs

Marks & Spencer, Morrisons, Asda, Ocado and the Co-op are among the big names targeting shoppers who use weight-loss injections, known as GLP-1 agonists, but better known by brand names such as Wegovy and Mounjaro. Ocado's new virtual weight management aisle includes a curated range of GLP-1-friendly products that runs the gamut from tiny (100g) portions of steak costing 3.50 to a trendy powdered greens supplement, AG1, at 107 a pack.
UK news
fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

I'm A Mom Who Uses Souper Cubes To Transform My Chaotic Week Into Meal Perfection - Here's How

I'm Micah. A busy mom of a very active toddler, a business owner, wife, marathoner, dog mom, and a just trying-to-keep-it-together mom. Each week looks different, with both my husband and me traveling multiple times a month for work while navigating busy schedules and some kind of social life. Even though I work from home, I still struggle to get meals on the table. We rely a lot on leftovers, meal prep, and frozen dishes I made months ago.
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Dining
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Why Piling Up Your Plate At A Buffet Is Actually Quite The Mistake - Tasting Table

Avoid overfilling buffet plates to reduce waste, preserve freshness and texture, and prevent incompatible flavor mixing and temperature loss.
Public health
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Dr. Oz tells his federal employees to eat less during the holidays

CMS staff receive weekly guidance promoting portion control, mindful eating, small plates, slower bites, and limiting treats to reduce office snacking during holiday gatherings.
Medicine
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Dr. Oz Tells His Federal Employees to Eat Less

CMS administrator Mehmet Oz sends weekly emails to agency staff offering guidance on avoiding office snacking and managing portions during holiday gatherings.
Environment
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Your Thanksgiving leftovers are harming the planet | Ways to shop, cook smarter

Extra planning and proper portioning can greatly reduce Thanksgiving food waste and the associated greenhouse gas emissions from landfills.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Nutritional Differences Between Freeze-Dried And Fresh Fruit - Tasting Table

But how nutritious it is compared to fresh fruit depends on a few factors. Freeze-drying is actually pretty awesome at preserving the fruits' nutrients, such that research in Plants Journal described freeze-dried fruits as "a concentrated source of nutrients and phytochemicals." Aside from water, you're not missing out on much of the vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial compounds present in the fresh version. In fact, up to 90% of nutrients can be retained.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Sweet dreams? Healthy ways to put pudding back on the menu | Kitchen aide

My main piece of advice, which maybe isn't all that welcome, is to keep to small portions, says Brian Levy, author of Good & Sweet, in which his recipes contain no added sugar. My grandma would keep mini chocolate bars and have just one, but that's never really worked for me. 'Tis the season for stewed fruit, but have you tried Melissa Hemsley's banana slices sandwiched together with peanut butter, half-dipped in melted chocolate and put in the freezer?
Cooking
fromAxios
3 months ago

Soda gets a Gen Z glow-up with new flavors and sizes

something under 10 ounces and under $1.50,
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
4 months ago

These Are The Healthiest Fast Food French Fries You Can Buy Right Now - Tasting Table

These delicious golden fries are a simple combination of potatoes, vegetable oil, and sea salt. Wendy's website publishes full nutrition facts and ingredient details for those fries, which includes potassium and fiber figures that are higher than some competitors because the fries keep the potato skin. That "natural-cut" approach (along with the no trans fats and transparent nutrition labeling) is the basis for why many would consider Wendy's the healthiest fast food fries you can buy right now in the U.S., provided you choose portions carefully.
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fromTasting Table
5 months ago

The Safest Portion Size To Serve When Dining Outdoors - Tasting Table

Serve food outdoors in small, pre-portioned servings and refrigerate perishable leftovers within two hours to reduce waste, contamination, and spoilage.
fromTasting Table
7 months ago

The Only Way You Should Be Serving Baked Goods At Your Breakfast Buffet - Tasting Table

Halving baked goods not only reduces waste, allowing guests to enjoy smaller portions without leftovers, but it also lets them mix and match their favorites.
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Alternative medicine
fromAlternative Medicine Magazine
8 months ago

Steak and Fries: Fitting Them Into Your Wellness Routine

Steak and fries can fit health-conscious diets with mindful choices.
Lean cuts of steak and well-cooked fries provide nutrition.
Portion control helps balance indulgence without guilt.
Healthier cooking methods enhance flavor while reducing fat.
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