2 min read A new study published in Bioresource Technology found that a certain bacterium found in kimchi can help to clear the body of microplastics. Kimchi’s lactic acid bacterium binds to nanoplastics in the intestine and is then excreted via the bowel. Ridding the body of microplastics is key […]
The Most Consumed Veggie In The U.S. Contains Pesticides Banned In The EU
2 min read The Environmental Working Group (EWG) released its annual “Dirty Dozen” list, which features the fruits and vegetables with the most pesticides. Spinach topped the list for the second year in a row, with over three-fourths of the spinach sampled containing residue of an insecticide banned in the […]
BJ’s Restaurant Is Selling A Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizookie On April 1
2 min read In honor of April Fool’s Day, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is launching the Sweet Heat Pepperoni Pizookie. The limited-time flavor features a chocolate chunk cookie base topped with vanilla ice cream, crispy pepperoni, and hot honey. The sweet-and-spicy dessert will be available at all BJ’s locations for […]
Cracker Barrel Is Selling Lammes Sherbet Mints Again
2 min read Lammes Candies Sherbet Mints are a classic Easter candy, but they’ve historically been hard to find outside Texas. Now, Cracker Barrel is stocking them in its general stores for the season. Fans online are already reminiscing—and running to go buy a box. The 1960s are calling, and […]
Starbucks’ Secret ‘Hannah Montana’ Drink Is Here For 2 Weeks Only—How To Order It
2 min read Starbucks launched a limited-time “Hannah’s Secret Popstar Refresher” for the 20th anniversary of Hannah Montana. The drink combines Strawberry Açaí with raspberry syrup and raspberry cold foam for a bright pink, layered look. Fans can order it through the app or customize it in-store, with a Hannah […]
Peeps Are America’s Most Popular Easter Candy, Per New Study
2 min read Recent research found that Peeps are the most popular Easter candy in the United States. Other top Easter candies include chocolate bunnies, Jelly Belly, Swedish Fish, and Reese’s Eggs. Despite their cult following, Cadbury Creme Eggs ranked last in the study. Ask anyone how they feel about […]
Chili’s Responds To Ruth’s Chris Dress Code Debate
2 min read After Ruth’s Chris got attention for its business-casual dining room dress code, Chili’s jumped in with a much more relaxed take. The chain posted, “The only dress code at Chili’s is that you have to be dressed,” and the internet had plenty to say. Reactions were split […]
We Tried All 4 Of Sonic’s New Drinks & This One Is A Must-Order
2 min read Sonic launched three new Refreshers made with green tea, real fruit, and electrolytes, plus a Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush. The Refreshers are light and not overly sweet, with Mango Peach standing out for its subtle, iced-tea-like flavor. The Strawberry Horchata Cream Slush is the must-order, delivering a […]
Taco Bell Is Testing Its First-Ever Dessert Crunchwrap (!)
2 min read Taco Bell announced plans to test out a new Crème Brûlée Crunchwrap Slider in select locations sometime this year. The new dessert features a creamy vanilla filling, cinnamon sugar tostada, and a caramelized sugar shell. So far, reactions to the new dessert concept have been mixed. Earlier […]
KFC’s New ‘Pickle Mania’ Menu Includes Pickle Pepsi
2 min read KFC is launching a limited-time Pickle Mania menu available from March 23 through April 19. Unfortunately, the specialty menu will only be available in the United Kingdom for now. Menu standouts include a Pickle Burger, Frickles, Pickle Loaded Fries, and Pickle Pepsi Max. From pickle-flavored snacks to […]