Is set point theory the reason you’re not losing weight?

Is set point theory the reason you’re not losing weight?

Have you ever wondered why your weight seems to creep back up after every diet? Some people believe there is a theory called “set point theory” that explains it. This intriguing theory suggests that the body has a preferred weight range that it fiercely defends, making lasting weight loss a complex challenge. Read on to … Read more

A new reissue of Dansk and a collaboration with Clare V. to celebrate

A new reissue of Dansk and a collaboration with Clare V. to celebrate

Welcome to the latest edition of Food52 founder Amanda Hesser’s weekly newsletter. Hi, I’m Amanda.packed with tips on food, travel and shopping, Food52 activities and other topics that catch your attention. Get inspired: sign up here to receive their emails. As much as I’d like to fool myself into thinking it’s still summer, the crisp … Read more

Causes of heel spurs and how to treat them

Causes of heel spurs and how to treat them

Some aches and pains take a long time to appear, but after spending many days on your feet or limping after exercise, there’s no way to ignore them: you have heel pain that won’t go away. Heel pain is often related to conditions like stress fractures, plantar fasciitis, or Achilles tendonitis. But if you’re trying … Read more

Pork Steaks: Spend with Pennies

Pork Steaks: Spend with Pennies

Pork tenderloins are tender pieces of pork that are quick to prepare for a weeknight dinner. Seasoned with fresh herbs, pan-seared pork tenderloins are served with a creamy butter sauce that turns any meal into a masterpiece. The pork fillets are well marbled, which keeps them tender and moist. This recipe requires very few ingredients. … Read more

Now you are my interior designer

Now you are my interior designer

Yesterday I finally decided that I needed some outside professional help. I decided to hire an interior designer to help me with the space planning of our home. I’ve been staring at the floor plan of our house for so long that I know I’ve developed a kind of tunnel vision, which prevents me from … Read more

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Analysis of FDA recalls of non-recalled products

Analysis of FDA recalls of non-recalled products

When the Department of Agriculture issued a recall of chicken nuggets that may be contaminated and ordered consumers to return them or throw them away. When the Consumer Product Safety Commission announced that poorly designed baby loungers could suffocate infants and warned consumers to stop using them immediately. But when it comes to medical devices, … Read more

The threat of technology to students’ reading brains

The threat of technology to students’ reading brains

As Maryland state leaders join their peers across the country in pushing for policy reforms grounded in the science of reading, we ask: By focusing primarily on instruction, are we addressing the full range of challenges that impact reading literacy? While improving reading instruction with evidence-based practices is critical, one important question remains unexplored: the … Read more

Not so boring brown – Julia Berolzheimer

Not so boring brown – Julia Berolzheimer

Outfit details:Rosie Assoulin dress, Delvaux bag, Gucci wedges As September reaches its peak and the weather balances between lingering warmth and the first hints of autumn chill, the landscape begins its gradual transformation, with the leaves starting to descend into their early autumn dance. As nature prepares to paint the world in shades of gold … Read more

8 of the best tools for creating infographics

8 of the best tools for creating infographics

For better or worse, visual information is the new Internet, and infographics are pioneers in combining information and images in a way that hopefully tells a story, provides utility, or both. You need some basic ‘things’ to create infographics. 1. A tool that works (below we have eight) 2. Reliable data sources 3. Something to … Read more

The benefits of fermented beets

The benefits of fermented beets

Editor’s note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published on December 26, 2016. Beets and raw beet juice are often recommended in limited quantities due to their high sugar content. However, when fermented, beets are among the healthiest vegetables around, as most of the sugar is absorbed by beneficial bacteria during the fermentation … Read more