Why Is Food Important? (Julia Louis-Dreyfus & Ruth Reichl)

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Why is food important for culture and self-image? Is food a villain that you’ll constantly have to battle for the rest of your life? On Wiser Than Me, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Ruth Reichl assure viewers that food shouldn’t be a bad thing. Despite many people’s fear of overeating or stressing about body image, food connects people and ignites joy in those who are suffering. Continue reading to learn more about the importance of food beyond nutrition.

What Is a Food Critic? Reviewing Food for a Living

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What is a food critic? What’s it like to work at Condé Nest? Ruth Reichl, a renowned American chef, food writer, and editor, has made significant contributions to the fields of food criticism and editorial work. On Wiser Than Me, Reichl unveils what it takes to be a food critic and the advice that helped propel her career. If you’re considering going into a career in food criticism, read more.

Why Are Groceries Getting So Expensive?

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Why are groceries getting so expensive, despite inflation going down? What role does greed play? How is the government responding? Surging grocery store prices have left American families paying an average of 25% more for food since the pandemic’s onset. Lower-income families are disproportionately affected. Factors fueling the price hikes include supply chain struggles, corporate profiteering, and the war in Ukraine. Continue reading for more insights into the rising cost of groceries.

Mel Robbins on the Different Types of Intermittent Fasting

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Are you interested in a new diet plan? What are the different types of intermittent fasting? Intermittent fasting is a popular diet plan that has shown great results for people. However, it isn’t a one-size-fits-all diet, so you can characterize the way you fast depending on your health and the outcome you want. Continue reading to learn about the different fasting durations and their effects, according to The Mel Robbins Podcast.

Imported Vegetables & Fruits Replace Local Produce in Winter

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Where do fresh vegetables come from in the winter? Do imported vegetables and fruits stay fresh? Even in midwinter, there’s no shortage of “fresh” produce at the grocery store. But increasing amounts of those fruits and vegetables are grown in other countries and imported to the US, which takes time—so they might not be as fresh as you think. Continue reading to learn where “fresh” produce comes from in winter.

Safe Fasting Tips From The Mel Robbins Podcast

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What are the rules for safe fasting? How do you get started with fasting? While many diets focus on what you eat, intermittent fasting focuses more on when you eat. When you fast, you stop eating for a period of time and then go back to your regular eating schedule. If this isn’t done properly, it can be dangerous. Here’s what to know so you can fast safely, according to The Mel Robbins Podcast.

Mel Robbins’s Fasting Guidelines and Tips to Get You Started

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Does Mel Robbins support intermittent fasting as a healthy diet? What are her tips to fast safely? In an episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, Robbins and Dr. Mindy Pelz break down a popular diet known as intermittent fasting. Mel Robbins’s keen interest stemmed from her desire to understand the health effects of fasting. Here’s everything you know to know about fasting, plus Mel Robbins’s fasting tips.