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☆ A 101-year-old former doctor who worked until he was 85 shared his 3 longevity secrets — including eating sardines
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-12 | by ( Serafina Kenny | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

AdvertisementA 101-year-old man who worked until he was 85 shared his secrets for living a long, healthy life. Born in 1922 in the UK, William (who didn't share his last name) is older than Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, where he's a patient. AdvertisementDr. Samir Sinha is William's doctor at Mount Sinai Hospital. Sinai Health, the parent company of the Mount Sinai Hospital, shared what William thinks has helped him live so long. Sinai Health FoundationHaving a long and varied careerWilliam has had various jobs and didn't retire until he was 85.

Persons: William, —, Samir Sinha, William's, Sinha, didn't, Heidi Tissenbaum Organizations: Service, William, Sinai, Pew Research Center, Census, Mount Sinai, Health, Mount Sinai Hospital, Nutrition, University of Massachusetts Medical School Locations: Toronto, Mount, Sinai

☆ 2 simple diet tips helped a 41-year-old office worker transform his body in the gym
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

A UK man transformed his physique by following a calorie deficit and protein goal. To get enough daily protein, he started eating more fish and eggs and snacking on chickpeas. AdvertisementA 41-year-old man said learning two simple diet tips helped him build a more muscular, lean physique in less than a year. A protein goal helps fuel muscle growth and stave off cravingsKnebeg's other major daily goal is to eat around 142 grams of protein. AdvertisementKnebeg rounds out his diet with protein supplements for convenience when he needs a quick, lower-calorie boost to meet his goal.

Persons: —, Alec Knebeg, he's, Adam Enaz, Knebeg, I'd, Enaz Organizations: Service, International Society of Sports Nutrition Locations: London

☆ Another key US inflation gauge fell in September
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( Alicia Wallace | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Inflation for US producers slowed further in September, adding to hopes that prices aren’t getting jacked up before they get to consumers. The annual rate is running faster than the 1.6% gain economists expected, according to FactSet estimates; however, August’s rate was revised higher from the initial 1.7% estimate, so prices still fell in September. PPI is important because it’s often seen as a bellwether for the price increases consumers will wind up paying down the line. On Thursday, the Consumer Price Index — a measurement of average price changes for commonly purchased goods and services — cooled to 2.4%, its lowest rate since February 2021. As a result, Fed officials have now shifted from trying to contain inflation to trying to keep the job market healthy, the other half of their so-called dual mandate.

Persons: Price, that’s Organizations: CNN, of Labor Statistics, PPI, Federal Reserve

☆ Why it’s OK to crave the taste of home when you travel
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Maggie Hiufu Wong | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

Enter, the American Bar. But, like the patrons of the American Bar before us, seeking out home comforts when abroad is still something we all do. The study was based on interviews with 330 people in the US, all questioned on how likely they’d be to try local foods when traveling. We learn to associate food with comfort – hence the term ‘comfort food,’” Brewer says. The American Bar at the Savoy has been a London hotspot since the late 1800s.

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☆ Xiaohongshu: How ‘China’s Instagram’ is transforming the travel industry
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Chris Lau | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +8 min

Hong Kong CNN —Tucked away in a residential neighborhood in the west of Hong Kong, the Kennedy Town Playground’s basketball courts aren’t particularly noteworthy. It’s because the courts, perched on the side of a hilly slope, offer great views of the Hong Kong skyline. Many of them are followers of Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book), China’s answer to Instagram, which has also become their travel bible. The 26-year-old relied solely on Xiaohongshu to navigate Hong Kong with his wife during their recent trip to the city. A woman takes pictures at an iconic Xiaohongshu spot in Hong Kong.

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☆ I tried Ina Garten's recipe for New York strip steaks. The tender, juicy cuts of meat were some of the best I've ever had.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Terri Peters | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

I tried making Ina Garten's recipe for New York strip steaks on my charcoal grill. I'd definitely try Garten's unique steak-grilling method again. Recently, I tried Garten's method for grilling New York strip steaks — a very specific way of cooking the thick cuts of meat that resulted in some of the most delicious steaks I've ever made at home. AdvertisementSo, I was excited to try out Garten's grilled New York strip steak recipe, which cost me just under $30 to make. Here's what it was like to try Garten's recipe at home.

Persons: Ina Garten's, I'd, —, I've, Ina Organizations: Service, Food, US Foods Locations: New York

☆ I tried and ranked apple-cider doughnuts from Wegmans, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. The winner tasted incredible in my air fryer.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Ted Berg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

My family and I tried and ranked apple-cider doughnuts from Wegmans, Whole Foods, and Trader Joe's. Trader Joe's apple-cider doughnuts tasted like green-apple candy and were our least favorite. My kids liked the Wegmans doughnuts the most, but my wife and I preferred the Whole Foods version. The leaves were beautiful, but the apple-cider doughnuts were often the highlight of these trips. I wanted something to satisfy my favorite autumn craving, so I bought apple-cider doughnuts from Trader Joe's, Wegmans, and Whole Foods and taste-tested them with my wife and kids.

Persons: —, Joe's Organizations: Foods, Service Locations: New York, New England, New York City, it's

☆ These are the cleanest cruise ships this year, according to the CDC — including 18 with perfect scores
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Brittany Chang | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

The CDC randomly inspects and scores cruise ships to prevent the spread of stomach viruses. So far, in 2024, 18 cruise ships have received a perfect score. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention randomly conducts sanitary inspections on cruise ships throughout the year. AdvertisementMSC Meraviglia is one of 18 cruise ships to have received a perfect score from the CDC so far in 2024. So far, in 2024, the CDC has inspected 116 cruise ships.

Persons: —, they've, Sergi Reboredo, Florent Serfari, Norwegian Bliss — Organizations: CDC, Service, Disease Control, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Getty, Sanitation, Orion, Ocean Cruises, Cruise, Oceania Cruises, Seas, Caribbean International, Meraviglia, MSC Cruises, Cruises, Sky, Cruise Line, Polaris, Disney, Disney Cruise Line Locations: Norwegian

☆ A 49-year-old dermatologist has never used filler, despite industry pressure. Here are 3 ways she maintains glowy skin.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Julia Pugachevsky | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Dr. Noreen Galaria, 49, is a dermatologist who offers filler treatments to clients to plump up skin. Instead, she uses sunscreen, retinoids, antioxidants, and exercise to boost her skin's collagen. While she offers filler treatments to her clients, Dr. Noreen Galaria, a dermatologist in Virginia, has never used them herself. To keep her skin smooth and firm, she uses skincare products like sunscreen and retinol, incorporates antioxidants into her diet, and regularly works out. When Galaria injects filler, she normally uses a maximum of one to two syringes about the amount of a "fat blueberry."

Persons: Noreen Galaria, Galaria, —, They're, She's, she's Organizations: Service Locations: Virginia

☆ 46-year-old CEO who runs 2 successful startups: This is my productivity 'cheat code'—it makes me 'much more efficient'
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Tom Huddleston Jr. | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Try working two at the same time. So how does Bansal manage to stay healthy and productive while running two fast-growing startups? "It's very ironic that people think, [because] I'm CEO of two companies, I should be the best at multitasking," Bansal says. The next 30 minutes, "I could be with our investors and board on something [at a] much higher business-level kind," he says. "The next 30 minutes, I could be in a customer conversation.

Persons: Jyoti Bansal, Bansal, TechCrunch, he's, that's, I'm, Jason Buechel, Goldman Sachs, Shekhinah Bass Organizations: Startup, Cisco, CNBC, Whole Foods

☆ Common heart conditions raise the risk of dementia, experts say
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Sandee Lamotte | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

Nearly 130 million adults in the United States have some form of heart disease, according to the AHA. Having coronary heart disease raises the risk of future dementia by 27% compared with people without heart disease, the AHA statement said. Heart attacks and heart failureAbout every 40 seconds, someone in the United States will have a heart attack, the AHA estimates. Heart failure is a more severe form of heart disease, in which the heart is too weak to pump enough blood and oxygen to the body’s organs. That benefit held true even for people with existing diagnoses of cardiometabolic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and stroke.

Persons: ”, Fernando Testai, Testai, Andrew Freeman, Freeman, ” Freeman, ” Testai Organizations: CNN’s, CNN, American Heart Association, University of Illinois College of Medicine, AHA, Jewish Health, World Health Organization, WHO, US Centers for Disease Control Locations: Chicago, United States, Denver

☆ I worried my husband and I wouldn't last once we became empty-nesters — but we've since discovered how to keep our 24-year marriage strong
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Felicia Slattery | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Our love for cruising saved our marriage after our kids went to college. I love traveling and was excited to do more of it, just the two of us. She even splurged for everyone to get an upgraded balcony cabin, which made all the difference. Felicia SlatteryOnce our kids went away to school, we leaned into our love of cruising together. We've shared memorable moments that have reignited the spark in our marriage, from watching balcony sunsets to embarking on unforgettable shore excursions.

Persons: —, He's, we'd, Felicia Slattery, We'd, he'd, We've Organizations: Cruises, Service, Disney

☆ The dietitian for the Philadelphia Eagles shares 2 underrated protein sources his players love
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

The dietitian for the Philadelphia Eagles shares how players get enough protein to perform their best. AdvertisementIf you want to fuel up like an NFL pro for better energy and muscle recovery, get creative with your protein sources. Feeding players for success involves balancing macronutrients like carbs and protein, according to Roman Montijo, performance chef and registered dietitian for the Philadelphia Eagles. AdvertisementDifferent protein sources offer different nutrients, so mixing them up can help ensure you're getting the most out of your meals. "Right now quinoa and bone broth, both great sources of protein, are team favorites," Montijo said.

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☆ A top nutrition scientist had a stroke at 53. Here did two things to lower his blood pressure — and cutting out salt wasn't one of them.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Serafina Kenny | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Nutrition scientist Tim Spector had a stroke in 2012 and learned he had high blood pressure. He made dietary changes to lower his blood pressure, which he shared with Business Insider. After the stroke, Spector, who is also the cofounder of the science and nutrition company ZOE, was diagnosed with high blood pressure. AdvertisementSpector shared with Business Insider the two things he did to lower his blood pressure after his stroke. Spector switched to a salt alternativePatients with high blood pressure are commonly told to reduce the amount of salt they eat.

Persons: Tim Spector, —, he'd, Spector, ZOE Organizations: Business, Service, Centers for Disease Control, American Heart Association, World Health Organization, AHA, European, of Nutrition, British Heart Foundation

☆ Your preference for spicy foods may be all in your head
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Sandee Lamotte | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

In other words, I may find spicy food overwhelming simply because I expect it to be. “Some of it could be expectations, but some could also be how you’re biologically wired to experience food,” Albers said. Remember expectations can significantly influence your experience.”Listen to your body: As you eat spicy food, check in with your body’s responses. “There’s no ‘right’ level of spiciness — it’s about what feels good to you.”Pair spicy foods thoughtfully: Consider balancing spicy flavors with cooling elements, such as a piece of cheese or bread. “Spicy foods can increase your metabolism, your heart rate, cause vomiting and gastric distress, so there is definitely a physiological response that’s going on,” Albers said.

Persons: ”, “, I’m, “ There’s, Susan Albers, Oscar Wong, Yi Luo, ” Luo, ” Albers, Albers, it’s Organizations: CNN, Spice Girls, Cleveland Clinic, Getty, PLOS Biology, East China Normal University Locations: Ohio, Shanghai, Carolina

☆ Amazon tests adding robot warehouses to Whole Foods so shoppers can pick up other orders at checkout
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Annie Palmer | In Annierpalmer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Amazon said Wednesday it's testing adding mini warehouses to Whole Foods supermarkets as part of a bid to attract more shoppers to its stores and away from other grocery competitors. Amazon said it's looking to "eliminate those extra trips" made by shoppers to other grocery stores. "Customers shopping at Whole Foods Market today are looking for natural and organic products," Varadarajan said during a presentation on Wednesday. With our micro fulfillment center, we can reduce the need for our customers to visit different stores or make multiple online orders." Amazon has for years angled to gobble up a bigger share of the grocery market.

Persons: Anand Varadarajan, aren't, Varadarajan, It's, Andy Jassy Organizations: Amazon, Foods, Pepsi, Research, Walmart, Kroger, Albertsons Locations: Berkeley , California, Philadelphia, Plymouth, , Pennsylvania, Nashville

Grabango, a venture-backed startup that was vying to take on Amazon in cashierless checkout technology, is shutting down after it was unable to raise enough money to stay afloat. Based in Berkeley, California, Grabango was seen as one of the primary rivals to Amazon's cashierless checkout offering, called Just Walk Out. Amazon in April pulled its cashierless checkout technology from its U.S. Fresh stores and Whole Foods supermarkets. Glaser said Grabango eschewed shelf sensors in favor of computer vision which put it on a path for "widespread adoption." WATCH: Amazon is making a big bet on selling its cashierless tech to outsiders

Persons: Grabango, Will Glaser, Grabango's, Peter Thiel's, Glaser, Axios, CNBC's Ari Levy Organizations: CNBC, longtime, LinkedIn, Commerce Ventures, Fund, Unilever, Honeywell, Aldi, Amazon, Foods Locations: U.S, Berkeley , California

☆ I've been a chef for over 10 years. Here are 10 tips for making foods everyone should know how to cook.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Tori Hazelett | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Life is too short to eat dry meat, so try brining. Brining creates flavorful, juicy proteins. Svittlana/ShutterstockYou've probably heard of brining, which rose to popularity in the early 2000s and involves soaking a turkey in gallons of salt water. Once I switched to dry brining, I never looked back. Just fill a lidded bowl with your brine mixture and soak the chicken in it for at least 30 minutes.

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☆ Pepsi sales slide as snack and drink demand sags
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Amelia Lucas | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +2 min

For 2024, Pepsi now expects a low-single-digit rise in organic revenue, down from its prior outlook of 4% growth. Pepsi reported third-quarter net income attributable to the company of $2.93 billion, or $2.13 per share, down from $3.09 billion, or $2.24 per share, a year earlier. The company reported that volume for both its food and beverage divisions declined 2%. Quaker Foods North America reported the steepest drop-off in volume, with a 13% slide. Frito-Lay North America reported a 1.5% decline in volume.

Persons: Ramon Laguarta, Jamie Caulfield, Frito, pita, ” Organizations: PepsiCo, Quaker Foods North America, Pepsi, Quaker Foods, Lay, ” Pepsi, Pepsi’s, Brands, Gatorade Locations: U.S, Quaker Foods North, America, Africa, Middle East, South Asia

☆ 14+ best Amazon October Prime Day kitchen deals
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Cory Fernandez | Cory Fernandez Is A Commerce Editor For Select On Nbc News. | ) www.nbcnews.com time to read: +7 min

SKIP AHEAD Best Prime Day kitchen deals | More Prime Day kitchen sales | Best kitchen sales at other retailers | How I picked the best kitchen deals | Why trust NBC Select? Best Prime Day kitchen deals4.7-star average rating from 1,275 reviews on AmazonLowest price in three monthsNinja makes some of the best air fryers on the market, including this multifunctional option with buttons on the front that let you easily control its settings. Best Prime Day kitchen salesHere are the best Prime Day kitchen sales to know about. Best kitchen sales at other retailersCrate & Barrel: Up to 20% espresso and coffee machines from Breville, Cuisinart, KitchenAid and Miele. Target: Target Circle Week deals kitchen appliances Walmart: Up to 30% off on kitchen appliancesHow I found the best Prime Day kitchen dealsAll of my recommendations above are based on NBC Select’s previous coverage and reporting.

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☆ After over 50 cruises, I no longer book sailings to the Bahamas or the rest of the Caribbean. Here's what I choose instead.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Amanda Adler | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

I've loved the Caribbean but I'm more interested in other ports now that I've been on 50+ cruises. Although I still love these ports, they've lost their appeal to me now that I've been on more than 50 cruises. Sailing through the Norwegian fjords is one of my favorite cruise experiences to date — the breathtaking views surrounds the ship in all directions, offering endless photo opportunities. So, no matter the itinerary, I now tend to book lengthier sailings — ideally ones longer than a week. Amanda AdlerAlthough I've secured great pricing on international cruises, I'm often looking to sail closer to home in the US.

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☆ PepsiCo trims revenue outlook as North American snacking, key international markets lag
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Amelia Lucas | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

PepsiCo on Tuesday lowered its full-year outlook for organic revenue after its second straight quarter of weaker-than-expected sales. Shares of the company fell 1% in premarket trading. The company reported that volume for both its food and beverage divisions declined 2%. Quaker Foods North America reported the steepest drop-off in volume, with a 13% slide. Frito-Lay North America reported a 1.5% decline in volume.

Persons: Ramon Laguarta, Jamie Caulfield, Frito, pita Organizations: Pepsi, PepsiCo, Quaker Foods North America, LSEG, Quaker Foods, Lay, Pepsi's, Brands, Gatorade Locations: Maryland, United States, U.S, Quaker Foods North, America, Africa, Middle East, South Asia

☆ Some stocks could see further downside as investors sell to save on taxes, Morgan Stanley found
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Darla Mercado | Cfp | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Some of the biggest losing stocks in 2024 could be in for even steeper declines as investors jettison them to save on taxes, according to Morgan Stanley. Such moves, known as tax loss harvesting, helps investors trim their tax bills the next year. Boeing pressure Beleaguered aerospace company Boeing was also called out by Morgan Stanley as likely to see pressure tied to tax loss selling. Morgan Stanley also called out oil service giant Halliburton . Other names on Morgan Stanley's list include Chord Energy , Simply Good Foods and timeshare operator Hilton Grand Vacations .

Persons: Morgan Stanley, Michelle Weaver, Morgan, Jackson Ader, Ronald Epstein, who's, Epstein, Keith Mackey Organizations: Nasdaq, Wall, Computer, Adobe, Boeing, Alaska Airlines, Bank of America, Aerospace, Defense, Halliburton, RBC Capital, HAL, Energy, Hilton Locations: Alaska, Seattle

During the Amazon Prime Day sale today October 8th and 9th, you can snag one of these at-home kits at a fraction of the price. There's certainly no shortage of teeth whitening products to choose from these days, but Crest 3D Whitestrips remain the number one dentist-recommended option. New York City orthodontist Dr. Janet Stoess-Allen, DMD, previously told Business Insider that she often suggests her patients try Crest Whitestrips. The good news: there's a Crest Whitestrips deal for everyone during the Prime Day sale. Check out our roundup of all of the best Prime Day deals, or browse Amazon's website for the full selection.

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☆ 17 cozy comfort foods you can make in a slow cooker, according to chefs
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-08 | by ( Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

A slow cooker or Crock-Pot can be a valuable yet underutilized tool in your kitchen. A slow cooker can make many cozy comfort foods, from stews to simple soups and roasted meats. Meats like brisket and short ribs become tender when made in a slow cooker. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! Here are 17 cozy comfort-food dishes you can make in a slow cooker, according to chefs.

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