There are over 87 million dogs kept as pets in the US. Home-cooked food for dogs has been a growing trend for at least 15 years. Martha Stewart blogged about what farm-fresh foods her own canines consume. Benny was diagnosed with lymphoma in early 2026. He was given commercial dog food.
The federal government’s latest dietary guidelines encourage Americans to eat more fermented food. Fermentation is a process by which naturally occurring microbes including bacteria and yeast break down and preserve food. The microbes in fermented foods help predigest food and keep the gut in balance. Not all fermented foods are made equal.
Dr. Mehmet Oz recommends spending more time with loved ones and eating real food to improve your health. Reducing stress for better sleep is also a good way to stay youthful, according to the doctor. He recommends making the room dark, keeping the temperature cool and avoiding screens before bedtime.
Edgar Domenech is warning about Chinese organized crime groups selling flavored disposable vapes to children. He claims the companies create confusion by changing the product’s ingredients, causing law enforcement and regulatory agencies to “take no action” on the illegal trade.
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This week on Galaxy Brain, Charlie Warzel talks with The Atlantic’s Ian Bogost about his new book, The Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life. In it, Ian makes the case that some of our societal obsessions, such as self-optimization and career satisfaction, are all aimed at the Big Stuff. In contrast, Ian argues that our lives are dominated by the experience of farting around.
Jennifer Maune is opening Fleur, a farm-to-table restaurant and pastry shop in downtown Little Rock this fall. Maune was a finalist on season 13 of Fox's "MasterChef" in 2023. Fleur will showcase locally sourced ingredients, seasonal menus and scratch-made cooking. It will also feature an in-house bakery, artisan breads, pastries and afternoon tea service inspired by Paris and New York.
There are over 87 million dogs kept as pets in the US. Home-cooked food for dogs has been a growing trend for at least 15 years. Martha Stewart blogged about what farm-fresh foods her own canines consume. Benny was diagnosed with lymphoma in early 2026. He was given commercial dog food.
The federal government’s latest dietary guidelines encourage Americans to eat more fermented food. Fermentation is a process by which naturally occurring microbes including bacteria and yeast break down and preserve food. The microbes in fermented foods help predigest food and keep the gut in balance. Not all fermented foods are made equal.
Dr. Mehmet Oz recommends spending more time with loved ones and eating real food to improve your health. Reducing stress for better sleep is also a good way to stay youthful, according to the doctor. He recommends making the room dark, keeping the temperature cool and avoiding screens before bedtime.
Edgar Domenech is warning about Chinese organized crime groups selling flavored disposable vapes to children. He claims the companies create confusion by changing the product’s ingredients, causing law enforcement and regulatory agencies to “take no action” on the illegal trade.
You can listen and subscribe to Podcast Smarter Living for free on all podcast apps. The link to the RSS feed can be found here. If you prefer to use another podcast app, just search for the podcast and subscribe there. .
This week on Galaxy Brain, Charlie Warzel talks with The Atlantic’s Ian Bogost about his new book, The Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life. In it, Ian makes the case that some of our societal obsessions, such as self-optimization and career satisfaction, are all aimed at the Big Stuff. In contrast, Ian argues that our lives are dominated by the experience of farting around.
Jennifer Maune is opening Fleur, a farm-to-table restaurant and pastry shop in downtown Little Rock this fall. Maune was a finalist on season 13 of Fox's "MasterChef" in 2023. Fleur will showcase locally sourced ingredients, seasonal menus and scratch-made cooking. It will also feature an in-house bakery, artisan breads, pastries and afternoon tea service inspired by Paris and New York.