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Here's How Americans Compare With Those In Other Countries In Exercise, Health, Survey Reveals Here's How Americans Compare With Those In Other Countries In Exercise, Health, Survey Reveals
Here's How Americans Compare With Those In Other Countries In Exercise, Health, Survey Reveals A new survey that spanned 24 countries found that Americans are not keeping up with those in other countries when it comes to exercise and healthy eating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Researchers surveyed 13,000 people, including 2,000 Americans, according to StudyFinds.com. The site reported that 84 percent of Americans in the study believed their health is a "work in progress." Eighty-two percent of all respondents gave the same response.  The majority of respondents, more than 80 percent, reported that the pandemic has caused them to take steps to improve their health. The survey …

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by Nicole Valinote
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New Suffolk Restaurant Gains Praise For Tasty Offerings, Spacious Seating New Suffolk Restaurant Gains Praise For Tasty Offerings, Spacious Seating
New Suffolk Restaurant Gains Praise For Tasty Offerings, Spacious Seating A brand-new Long Island restaurant is bringing Medetrreranian street food indoors. Super Greek in Ronkonkoma specializes in Greek gyros and bowls - with no shortage of flavorful combinations. It's also serving unique “pita melts” stuffed with chicken souvlaki, veggies, or gyro meat - and french fry bowls (a new take on standard rice bowls, which Super Greek also makes). The restaurant has seating for up to 30 people and offers takeout and curbside pickup as well. The setup is similar to a Subway or Chipotle where you go up to the counter, choose your protein and toppings, then watch the st…

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by Kristin Palpini
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Popular Mexican Eatery To Open Fourth Long Island Location Popular Mexican Eatery To Open Fourth Long Island Location
Popular Mexican Eatery To Open Fourth Long Island Location A fast-casual Mexican restaurant is planning to open a fourth Long Island location. The Guac Shop, which will be launching the new eatery in Wantagh, serves tacos, burritos, bowls, salads, and quesadillas with interesting toppings like mango salsa and pineapple chili sauce. Among the proteins on the menu are chicken, shrimp, barbacoa (braised, shredded beef), carnitas (slow-roast pork), and turkey. Guac Shop opened in 2018 in Garden City. It also locations in Jericho and Seaford. The Guac Shop recently signed a long-term lease for its latest locale at 1161 Wantagh Avenue in Wanta…

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by Kristin Palpini
Business
Dunkin' To Test Salads, Updated Lunch Menu At Some Locations Dunkin' To Test Salads, Updated Lunch Menu At Some Locations
Dunkin' To Test Salads, Updated Lunch Menu At Some Locations A new menu for Dunkin’ may include items like Greek salads and burrito bowls as the 70-year-old quick coffee chain seeks to rebrand and update its offerings. Dunkin’ will be testing out new lunchtime foods at six locations, according to Food & Wine. The trial is part of Dunkin’s shift from a coffee and donuts shop to more of a cafe. The foods being tested are noticeably more contemporary than the current menu of mostly coffee drinks, donuts, bagels, and breakfast sandwiches. In addition to salads and burrito bowls, new menu items being piloted are pesto pasta, Greek yogurt, and chia p…

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by Kristin Palpini
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COVID-19: Dietician Offers Six Healthy Steps For Surviving Quarantine COVID-19: Dietician Offers Six Healthy Steps For Surviving Quarantine
Covid-19: Dietician Offers Six Healthy Steps For Surviving Quarantine With millions working from home in their sweatpants during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it's easy to let healthy eating habits slide by the wayside as well. In fact, staying healthy while staying home can become downright challenging, yet it is one of the most important factors in fending off disease, according to Jacqueline Gomes, a registered dietician representing Foodtown Stores’ Easy to Eat Well program.  “Routines are broken, food is available all day long, and the increased stress levels can all add up to an unhealthy diet," Gomes said. “We can all benefit from cul…

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by Kathy Reakes
Lifestyle
COVID-19: Here Are Some Quick Ways To De-Stress During Pandemic COVID-19: Here Are Some Quick Ways To De-Stress During Pandemic
Covid-19: Here Are Some Quick Ways To De-Stress During Pandemic With millions of Americans dealing with unprecedented strain while being cooped up in their homes during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, new studies have found ways to ease stress while still maintaining social distance. Since the outbreak began in early March, different outlets have been searching for different ways to help people interact and manage their COVID-19 anxiety. According to the New York State United Teachers Union, “feeling stressed or anxious is a normal reaction during this unprecedented time. Students are home and learning is taking p…

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by Zak Failla
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This Long Island Woman Cooks Up Some Ways To Disguise Vegetables This Long Island Woman Cooks Up Some Ways To Disguise Vegetables
This Long Island Woman Cooks Up Some Ways To Disguise Vegetables Maria Weigel is not a chef but she loves to cook for her family and incorporates interesting and clever ways to use vegetables and herbs to make her dishes delicious and healthy. "I've never been a mainstream" supermarket shopper. "Never was," said the Massapequa native who shops instead at Stew Leonard's and Trader Joe's where notably she worked for 10 years. Weigel worked in the store's food demonstration program where she developed some of her favorite cooking tips and recipe ideas. "I absolutely loved my time there. When I started in '05, the demo station was quite different. We were e…

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by Donna Christopher