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☆ Frankie Muniz says it was easy to trade Hollywood stardom for NASCAR: 'I want to live the most fulfilled life I can'
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-27 | by ( Nicolas Vega | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

Frankie Muniz during 30th Anniversary Toyota Pro/Celebrity Race in 2006. Frankie Muniz and co-star Jane Kaczmarek during a 'Malcolm in the Middle' press tour in 2000. Frankie MunizThere's a lot of things in my life I've wanted to try. And I've wanted to see if I could find success in these businesses. Frankie Muniz

It's that simple," Larry Olmsted, author of "Real Food/Fake Food," told CNBC. Some estimates say food fraud affects at least 1% of the global food industry at a cost as high as $40 billion a year, according to the Food and Drug Administration. "We might not know the overall impact of food fraud because so much of what fraudsters do is hidden from us and has been for centuries." Between 2012 and 2021, the most common type food fraud was lying about an animal's origin and dilution or substitution, both ranking at 16% of recorded incidents by food-safety monitor Food Chain ID. The Food Fraud Prevention Think Tank suggests five questions a consumer can ask themselves to reduce their vulnerability to product fraud.

☆ 45-year-old brain expert shares how he eats like a 'SuperAger' every day to stay 'young and energized'
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-13 | by ( Marc Milstein | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

SuperAgers are a great example of how both genetics and lifestyle choices play a role in how the brain ages. In my book, "The Age-Proof Brain," I explore how they keep their brains young, boost immunity and memory, and fight neurological disorders like dementia. The workday beginsI tackle my most difficult and creative tasks early in the day, when my brain is most alert. Before bedtime, I'll catch up on baseball news and talk to my wife about our day. At 9:30 p.m., it's time to shut off all devices and listen to some music before turning out the lights.

"The situation is very dangerous because of years of continuous drought," said Hammadi Habib, an Agriculture Ministry official. Tunisia already has food supply problems thanks to high global prices and the government's own financial difficulties, which have reduced its capacity to buy imported food and subsidise farms at home. "It is time for the authorities to declare a state of water emergency," said Radhia Smine of the Tunisian Observatory of Water. Thousands of families will lack drinking water," she added. "If we do not take decisions in January to reduce irrigation water and ration water use now to prioritise drinking water... then for sure in August we will not have drinking water in the capital or coastal regions," said Habib, the agriculture ministry official.

☆ A Harvard brain expert eats these 10 grocery foods to stay 'sharp and focused'—at any age
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-06 | by ( Dr. Uma Naidoo | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +5 min

People who do are more tempted to buy unhealthy comfort snacks and packaged goods, rather than whole, nutritious and satisfying options. For plant-based sources of protein, organic tofu, tempeh, beans and lentils can be enhanced with spices for flavor. Nuts and seedsNuts and seeds have healthy omega fats and oils that will help sharpen your brain. Plant-based foods like chia seeds, Brussels sprouts, walnuts and flaxseeds are also rich in omega-3s. Remember that certain conditions, like ADHD, can be aggravated by dairy, so be aware of how it affects you.

☆ 17 scientific facts to motivate you to eat healthier, even when you don't want to
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-03 | by ( Rebecca Harrington | Paola Rosa-Aquino | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: 1 min

Eating right could improve men's fertility. The Office / NBCA 2017 study suggest a Mediterranean diet — which includes whole grains, fruits, vegetables, beans, herbs, spices, nuts and healthy fats such as olive oil — is associated with an increased sperm count. Meanwhile, a number of studies have found that obese men tend to have fewer, more abnormal sperm.

Indeed he has no use for electricity and for more than half a century has lived entirely off the grid. That makes him one of the few people in Europe unconcerned about rising energy costs this winter. Right now, he has two house mates, a rooster, three chickens and a cat in a community he calls "The Tribe of the Harmonious Walnuts". "I feel privileged to have the freedom to choose my freedom," said Agnese, 35, who moved in two years ago. The "harmonious walnuts" grow fruit and vegetables, olives to produce olive oil, and keep bees for honey.

☆ Making the case for anchovies
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-12 | by ( Casey Barber | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

Bagna cauda, the Italian dipping sauce made from anchovies, garlic, butter and olive oil, is traditionally served with crudités as an appetizer. Bagna cauda is an Italian dipping sauce for vegetables made from anchovies, garlic, butter and olive oil. Anchovies in pastaFinally, the same strategy of dissolving the umami flavors of anchovies in a sauce comes into play when making a rich and comforting pasta. When buying anchoviesWhen choosing a tin or jar of anchovies, Roman said to make sure the anchovies are oil-packed, salt-cured anchovy fillets, not brined, pickled or whole anchovies. Though the ingredients in each container should be the same — anchovies, salt and olive oil — the fillets will vary in saltiness, taste and texture.

☆ Improve memory as you age by eating more flavonols, study says
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-28 | by ( Sandee Lamotte | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

CNN —Eating more flavonols, antioxidants found in many vegetables, fruits, tea and wine, may slow your rate of memory loss, a new study finds. The cognitive score of people in the study who ate the most flavonols declined 0.4 units per decade more slowly than those who ate the fewest flavonols. One of the most common flavonols, quercetin, has shown promise in reducing the onset of colorectal cancer and other cancers, according to studies. (For comparison, the average flavonol intake in US adults is about 16 to 20 milligrams per day, according to the study.) The study looked at the impact of the four major flavonols — kaempferol, quercetin, myricetin and isorhamnetin — on the rate of cognitive decline over the seven years.

☆ How to get rid of chapped lips, according to dermatologists
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-16 | by ( Christina Colizza | Christina Colizza Is An Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +13 min

Next to a large zit, there are few things that can make you feel more self-conscious than dry, chapped lips. While most people are prone to chapped lips in the winter, it can happen at any time of year. SKIP AHEAD: The best lip balms and ointments / What causes chapped lipsWhat to look for in lip balms and ointmentsOne of the best solutions to chapped lips is using balms or ointments to moisturize and soothe. The American Academy also recommends using Vaseline to heal chapped lips, chafing and diaper rash among other skincare uses. “Lip licking and lip smacking are common behaviors for those with dry, chapped lips, but it actually makes the problem worse.

☆ This is the best dish you could serve at Thanksgiving
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-14 | by ( Casey Barber | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

CNN —As iconic Thanksgiving dishes go, stuffing is likely runner-up only to turkey as the dish most often on the dining table. Classic bread stuffing and variationsA traditional bread and herb stuffing is a fan favorite for many reasons. Think of this basic stuffing recipe as a jumping-off point for bringing more main dish energy to the table (especially if you’re considering a turkey-free or plant-based Thanksgiving this year). In place of meat-based ingredients, nuts, seeds and dried fruit can also bring in flavor and textural interest. Chestnut stuffing was once as popular as oyster stuffing, as the meaty but tender nuts give the dish a subtly earthy and sweet undertone.

☆ This 52-year-old early retiree left the U.S. for Portugal—a look at his typical day: 'It's pretty affordable'
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-12 | by ( Alex Trias | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +6 min

My wife Noki left her nursing job a few years later, and we enjoyed a peaceful retirement in Washington, D.C. Zoom In Icon Arrows pointing outwards Bettina Corallo is located in Lisbon's Principe Real neighborhood. Photo: Alex TriasExploring Lisbon's historic centerDay or night, downtown Lisbon is an active city with plenty of ambiance to soak in. Zoom In Icon Arrows pointing outwards At the farmers' market in Príncipe Real, you'll find dried fruits and homemade pickles. Alex and Noki spend their time in the communal gardens drinking wine, hanging with neighbors, and enjoying views of the Tejo river.

☆ At Chile wine gala, climate change and water use in focus
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-07 | by ( ) www.reuters.com time to read: +2 min

SANTIAGO, Nov 7 (Reuters) - Chile's vintners are increasingly thinking about how to adapt to shifts in climate and drier weather that has seen the Andean country gripped by drought for over a decade. "It's something that worries all of us vineyards," said Magdalena Villasante from Vina Undurraga, which won the event's top award for its Syrah Carignan Grenache blend. Chile is the world's fourth-largest wine exporter, but dry weather has pushed vineyards to shift. Land for wine growing dropped some 4% in the five years until 2020, with the central Santiago Metropolitan Region, the country's third-largest wine producing region, seeing a decline of nearly 14%, official data show. "We'll probably see more wines from Aysen and Magallanes (in Chile's deep south) in the future what with climate change," Rojas told Reuters.

☆ The new European vacation? Travelers are returning for trips that are all about food and wine
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-04 | by ( Lucy Handley | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +9 min

Last year, the couple set up a tour company called Stay Awhile, which organizes trips "designed around food," according to the company's website. Guests taking part in Stay Awhile's French baking course visit the area to sample gourmet delicacies. A food tour of San SebastianPintxos are a staple in San Sebastian, one of the most popular places for foodies in Spain's Basque Country. It's not just doing a wine tour … it's a gourmet getaway," Stebbings told CNBC by phone. On a tour of the French Languedoc-Roussillon region, travelers can take a boat trip to an oyster farm off the coast of Montpellier.

☆ Foods that boost your immune system: 4 nutritionist share what they eat during the cold season
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-28 | by ( Alexandra Hayes Robinson | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +7 min

Haitian soup joumouColorful and nutritious soup joumou is also known as Haitian New Year's Soup. Recent studies have found that phytonutrients, which are minimally processed — and often colorful — plant foods, can support proper immune balance and function. Maya Feller, a dietitian and author of the forthcoming book "Eating From Our Roots," is a fan of soup joumou. Nguyen's recipe is filled with ingredients that are beneficial for immune health, like fresh herbs, vegetables and meat protein. Meanwhile, in a large pan, heat 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and add the white onions.

☆ World’s best spicy foods: 20 dishes to try
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-27 | by ( Terry Ward | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +17 min

When it comes to the world’s best spicy dishes, we have some of the world’s hottest peppers to thank, along with incredible layers of flavor and a long, spice-loving human history. Peppers – a headliner for heat – are rated on the Scoville Heat Units scale, which measures capsaicin and other active components of chile peppers. And it’s the perky red pepper of the same name that brings the spiciness to this complex, layered and delicious dish. “The peperoncino (red chile pepper) is what makes this sauce ‘angry’ (arrabbiata) or spicy,” Chris MacLean of Italy-based Open Tuesday Wines said via email. FomaA/Adobe StockThe fiery Ethiopian spice blend called berbere – aromatic with chile peppers, basil, cardamom, garlic and ginger – is instrumental to the flavor chorus that’s doro wat, Ethiopia’s much-loved spicy chicken stew.

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☆ These 5 foods are 'not actually that healthy for your heart,' a cardiologist says—what she eats instead
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-21 | by ( Dr. Elizabeth Klodas | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

As a cardiologist who has treated thousands of patients, I am often asked about what foods to eat for a healthy heart. But there are a number of popular choices that are actually not that healthy for your heart. Here are five foods I always tell people to think twice about before consuming in excess — and what I eat instead:1. High sodium consumption can raise blood pressure, which is a major risk factor in heart disease and stroke. MargarineToo much butter isn't healthy for your heart, but alternatives like margarine aren't always better.

☆ Grey Poupon wants in on Olivia Wilde’s salad dressing scandal
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-21 | by ( Ramishah Maruf | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

New York CNN —Grey Poupon wants in on Olivia Wilde’s salad dressing scandal. Confused as to why Dijon mustard has entered the celebrity discourse? The anonymous nanny offered private details about Wilde’s alleged romantic relationship with Styles, co-star of Wilde’s recent “Don’t Worry, Darling” film along with Florence Pugh. The nanny said that Wilde angered Sudeikis by preparing a salad for Styles with her ‘special dressing’ in the family kitchen. “Mix 2 tablespoons Grey Poupon mustard with 2 tablespoons good red wine vinegar,” the passage outlined by Wilde reads.

☆ A former lawyer bought an entire Italian village and transformed it into a thriving tourist destination — here's how
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-20 | by ( Claire Turrell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Cesidio Di Ciacca bought his ancestral village in Italy in 2013 and turned it into a business. Many former residents settled in Scotland, as the Di Ciacca family did. After buying the home, Di Ciacca went on to own the entire village and run it as a business. "One year into the renovation, I started to get itchy and look at how I could buy I Ciacca," Di Ciacca said. Di Ciacca's wife, Selina Di Ciacca, suggested they make it a place of learning again.

☆ This Fast, Pantry-Friendly Pasta Is the Weeknight Dinner You Need
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-19 | by ( Kitty Greenwald | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

AFTER INSTALLING a wood-burning oven in his backyard in 2017, chef Javier Ramirez became obsessed with crafting the perfect pizza: a passion that eventually led to the launch of his popular Miami restaurant, La Natural. Here, for his second Slow Food Fast contribution, Mr. Ramirez shares a timeless pantry pasta that proves that the link between what he eats on repeat at home and what inspires his restaurant menu remains strong. A combination of paccheri, a tubular pasta, and peas is tumbled with a generous glug of olive oil and red pepper flakes, then finished with pecorino Romano and parsley. “When you get a bite with the peas, the hot chile, the starchy pasta and the cheese…it’s perfect umami,” said Mr. Ramirez. “You don’t need anything more.”

☆ Olivia Wilde satisfies fans’ cravings by sharing her salad dressing recipe
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-19 | by ( Megan Thomas | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —Actor and director Olivia Wilde appears to have a good sense of humor. After a tabloid story published Monday referenced a special salad dressing made by Wilde, people have been abuzz searching online for the recipe. “Then whisking constantly with a fork, slowly add 6 tablespoons olive oil, until the vinaigrette is thick and creamy; this makes a very strong vinaigrette that’s perfect for salad greens like arugula and watercress and endive.”Wilde did not comment on her post. The salad dressing fever includes a theory that Wilde a while back shared the dressing recipe with the Food Network. And whatever the ingredients, it’s added Wilde to the ranks of stars whose recipes we are craving.

☆ New research points to health benefits of eating earlier in the day and within a 10-hour window
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-05 | by ( Aria Bendix | Aria Bendix Is The Breaking Health Reporter For Nbc News Digital. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +6 min

That eating window also improved blood pressure and blood sugar levels among firefighters with underlying health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Late eating could 'tip the scale' toward weight gainThe first of the two new studies involved 16 people who were overweight or obese. The researchers measured participants' hormone levels and found that late eating decreased levels of leptin — a hormone that helps people feel full — by 16% on average. Late eating also doubled the odds that people felt hungry (people self-reported their appetite level at 18 times throughout the day). Among firefighters with pre-existing risk factors for heart disease, time-restricted eating decreased blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

☆ This Carrot-Feta Salad Recipe Makes a Great Meatless Main
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-25 | by ( Kitty Greenwald | ) www.wsj.com time to read: +1 min

SELF-CARROT Easy on the chef, this salad takes just 15 minutes to make. IF YOU ASK Karyn Tomlinson, carrots are underrated. “A great carrot is bright and has incredible natural sweetness,” said the chef-owner of Myriel, in St. Paul, Minn. In her second Slow Food Fast recipe, Ms. Tomlinson gives her favorite vegetable and its bushy green top their due in a snappy salad rounded out with a pouf of whipped feta. Here, thinly sliced carrot coins quickly marinate in a little olive oil and salt.

☆ New & Notable: Latest releases from Amazon and Peloton
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-24 | by ( Gabriella Depinho | Gabriella Depinho Is A Production Coordinator For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +3 min

This story is part of Select's New & Notable column, where we highlight our favorite product launches, major sales, what we're buying and some of our latest recommendations and advice. Shopping news: Walmart launches virtual fitting room and Peloton expands bike rentalsAccording to CNBC, this week Walmart is launching a virtual fitting room with Zeekit, a virtual fitting room startup the company bought last year. Peloton is expanding its bike rental program nationwide after piloting the program in Texas, Colorado, Florida and Minnesota, according to CNBC. After paying a $150 “startup fee,” you can rent a Peloton Bike for $89 a month. Target announced its early holiday deal days (or Target Deal Days), from Oct. 6 to Oct. 8.

☆ #Rawcarrotsalad is going viral on TikTok: Here's what nutritionists have to say about the alleged health benefits
▼ + stars: | 2022-09-18 | by ( Renée Onque | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

#Rawcarrotsalad has 8.6 million views on TikTok, with many users alleging that eating the salad daily has helped balance their hormones. Specifically, influencers and everyday users of the app are saying that one of the salad's main health benefits is lowering levels of estrogen, a hormone linked to reproductive and sexual development, mostly in women. Other users say they've also seen a change in liver and thyroid function. The many raw carrot salad recipes on the app typically include additives like olive oil and apple cider vinegar — two ingredients that have proven health benefits of their own. Here's what nutritionists say about the trend and whether or not eating raw carrots can aid in hormonal balance.

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