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Some Dark Chocolates Might Contain Two Heavy Metals Dmytro Skrypnykov/Getty Images By Hannah Beach/Updated: Dec. 27, 2022 3:54 pm EST UPDATE: The National Confectioners Association — which is the leading trade organization for the U.S. confectionery industry — has responded to the Consumer Reports study, stating: ““Chocolate and cocoa are safe to eat and can be enjoyed as treats as they have been for centuries. The California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) guidelines cited in the Consumer Reports study are not food safety standards....

Having something like the Orgain Organic Plant Based Protein Powder in your life is gonna be a big benefit. For one, it’s gonna fuel you up with the protein you need to really bolster those muscles of yours. You’ll recover better after a workout and see the muscles grow. Even better is that the protein in here is plant-based. If you’re the type of person that stays on a vegan diet, you’ll be right as rain....

The Simple Ingredient That Will Majorly Upgrade Your Sugar Cookies Tanya Consaul Photography/Shutterstock By Kaliga Rice/Updated: Nov. 9, 2022 3:35 pm EST While many people love sugar cookies, they can be a divisive dessert. This treat is typically made by combining sugar, butter, flour, and other optional ingredients. Additionally, sugar cookies are usually decorated with frosting or sprinkles to add some extra sweetness and an aesthetic appearance. Though they are always a tasty treat, sugar cookies are particularly popular during holidays, as many people enjoy decorating them in festive ways....

The Terrifying Story Of Cristie Codd’s 2015 Death Instagram By Andrea Francese/Dec. 9, 2022 2:23 pm EST Cristie Schoen Codd had worked as an actress, stunt woman, and caterer on film sets prior to her appearance on season 8 of “The Next Food Network Star” which aired in May 2012. Schoen Codd, who was not married when she appeared on the show, was the first contestant eliminated and was on team Alton, led by Food Network legend Alton Brown, according to Food Network....

The Under-Utilized Appliance You Should Be Making Brownies In Liudmyla Chuhunova/Getty Images By Angel Albring/Nov. 10, 2022 9:51 am EST Who doesn’t love a good brownie? These chocolate squares of gooey goodness are a favorite dessert for good reason — they’re simply amazing! However, a few things may be stopping you from making them as often as you’d like. Maybe you don’t like making big batches at once or you don’t have a conventional oven....

Uber Eats Most Popular 2022 Delivery Combo Was A Burrito And Cheese Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock By Alia Hoyt/Dec. 13, 2022 3:54 pm EST Uber Eats is growing more and more prevalent in society, and as a result, it’s revealing some pretty interesting trends in eating habits on the whole. The company puts out a “Cravings Report” every year, which spells out preferences like what the most popular cuisines, items, and pairings are....

The rest of the world will seem much closer thanks to a new era in supersonic flight. Earlier this week, Aerion Supersonic announced plans for the AS3, the world’s first Mach 4+ (3,000 mph) commercial airliner. Speeds like this would put any two points on Earth within 3 hours of each other. To put that in perspective, you couldn’t finish Avengers: Endgame on a flight from LA to Tokyo. The company says the AS3 will be flying by the end of the decade....

Antoni Porowski’s Dynamic Poutine Is Also An Insight Into Canadian Life Amy Sussman/Getty Images By Ceara Milligan/Oct. 25, 2022 12:19 am EST We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When you think of Canadian cuisine, a number of foods likely come to mind: hodge-podge, figgy duff, pâté chinois, fricot, and poutine, just to name a few (per TasteAtlas). Poutine, for one, is considered Canada’s signature dish. Antoni Porowski, the beloved food and wine expert from “Queer Eye,” is a native of the Great White North....

When Ryan Johnson of RMJ Tactical found that forging steel helped military veterans cope with post-traumatic stress, he and Columbia River Knife and Tool (CRKT) launched the Forged by War program to train bladesmithing vets, who draw on combat experience to craft the mission-ready tools they once needed. Veteran-run manufacturers have long produced high-quality blades, producing a roster of notable new offerings built from the hardest-earned knowledge. In order to view the video, please allow Manage Cookies...

The superhero Black Panther has been around for many decades in various incarnations. While he has always been a popular character, recent film appearances have catapulted him into superstardom and won this character fans around the globe. Learning how to draw Black Panther can be a great way to show appreciation for this character, but it can also be harder than expected. When you have a guide to break it down into smaller steps, it can be made much easier to do....

Good food is one of the great joys in life, and no matter what tastes you may have, there is food that you will find to enjoy! Some food has become a staple cornerstone of many meals, and cheese is certainly one of them. Some cheese is super fancy and some are perfect for a sandwich. It may come in many different variations, but it’s certainly true that cheese is almost always delicious!...

The Talking Series is a weekly segment that delves deeper into topics discussed by guests on the Men’s Journal Everyday Warrior Podcast. Far too many military-esque movies and TV shows misrepresent veterans, have unrealistic storylines, and get every detail wrong. That’s why SEAL Team has worked tirelessly over six seasons to get it right. The show, which ran on CBS for four seasons before moving to Paramount +, just celebrated the premiere of its sixth season....

Do Employees At Costco Get To Eat Their Own Samples? The Image Party/Shutterstock By Amberly Mckee/Dec. 2, 2022 7:18 am EST Let’s face it. Even if you have no real desire to purchase a product, you’re likely to try a bite if a free sample is offered. That’s because everybody loves free stuff, and you can never go wrong with a small snack while shopping. When Marsh Supermarkets revealed to Elite Team Conference its numerous, repeated weekend sampling programs, it claimed that consumers were 68% more encouraged to buy a product after sampling it (per Supermarket News)....

Do you “whaley” love your Dad? If so, this adorable Father’s Day pop up card is the perfect gift to make for him this year. The darling card features a whale that pops out of the center of the card when you open it up with the saying “You’re whaley great!” or “I whaley love you!” Our template and customizable options for Dad, Grandpa, Pop and a plain option, make it a simple and easy card for kids to make for anyone they love this Father’s Day....

Flowers undoubtedly bring a great amount of color and beauty to the world. It’s hard to look at a beautiful, fragrant flower and not have a smile on your face! Whether used to brighten up a room or as a gift to a lover, it’s always a welcome sight to see a pretty flower. You may love flowers, but if you’ve ever wondered how to draw a flower you’re in the right place!...

Here’s Exactly When You Should Baste Potatoes During Baking Elena Shashkina/Shutterstock By Chase Shustack/Oct. 20, 2022 10:23 am EST A baked potato recipe shouldn’t be so hard. After all, it literally requires only one ingredient and one method of preparation. If you’re feeling crazy, you can even bake them twice and load them up with cheese, bacon, and sour cream for a perfect side dish that’s versatile in the way of toppings and add-ons....

Here’s How Many Restaurants José Andrés Really Owns lev radin/Shutterstock By Jim Thompson/Nov. 25, 2022 6:03 am EST In the world of celebrity chefs, José Andrés is a particular treasure, having been credited with introducing American palates to the traditional cooking of his native Spain, per PBS. His work has been widely recognized, with the prestigious James Beard Foundation putting him on the “Who’s Who of Food & Beverage in America” roster in 2007 and Time magazine naming him one of the world’s 100 most influential people not once, but twice....

Here’s Where You Can Find Ree Drummond-Style Butcher Blocks David Livingston/Getty Images By Melissa Campana/Dec. 20, 2022 7:47 pm EST Let’s say you’re out with a friend, and they are discussing a tough day at work. “If it happens again,” they tell you, “my head will be on the chopping block.” Now, is your immediate reaction to (A) feel sorry for your pal, (B) conclude that the transgression was most likely their own fault, or (C) wonder what kind of chopping block, exactly, and would it need regular re-oiling with food-grade mineral oil?...

How ‘Barbell Pricing’ Is Helping Keep Restaurants Afloat JJava Designs/Shutterstock By Jess Jeziorowski/Dec. 1, 2022 10:33 am EST The pandemic, the Great Resignation, and inflation have not been easy on the restaurant industry; whether it’s fast food or fine dining, everyone is feeling the pinch. According to a report from the National Restaurant Organization from January 2022, most restaurant operators said that they couldn’t see the industry stabilizing for at least a year, if not more....

There’s no way to pinpoint who first started rock climbing. Historians say 18th-century shepherds had to acquire the skills we associate with modern free-climbing to follow their surefooted goats and sheep into rocky terrain; still others say men climbing rocks appear on Chinese watercolor paintings dating back to 400 B.C. The Best Backpacks of 2020 for Every Adventure Read article Maybe that’s why each country has developed its own system for rating the difficulty of a route....