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The Shamrock Shake Turns 50!

This year is the 50th anniversary of the Shamrock Shake. It returns to stores on the 19th of this month, which is less than two weeks from now…and there’s a bonus this year! McDonald’s is also going to be selling an Oreo shamrock Mcflurry this year, made with mint ice cream and Oreo cookies.

PETA Mocked for Saying ‘Pets’ Should Be Called Companions

PETA is facing backlash after calling the word ‘pet’ derogatory. The animal rights organization says we should refer to them as ‘animal companions.’ PETA believes referring to an animal as a ‘pet’ reduces it from a being with a personality and emotions to an inanimate object. Further saying we should see ourselves as their ‘guardians’, as opposed to ‘owners.’

Edible Arrangements is Spicing Up Valentine’s Day

Edible Arrangements, famous for its fruit bouquets, wants you to tell your significant other how much they mean to you by setting their entire mouth on fire this Valentine’s Day. They released a new item just in time for the romantic holiday…a limited-edition arrangement featuring strawberries dipped in chocolate and sprinkled with ghost pepper flakes. The “Love on Fire” box…

Americans Can Cook This Meal the Best

A survey asked people what they can whip up without a recipe, and it’s clear that most of us aren’t anywhere close to being gourmet chefs. Eggs are the number one thing people say they can make with no problem, including over-easy, scrambled, hard boiled and poached. Other simple foods that won’t cause a disaster are french toast, soup, grilled…

The Right Music Makes Your Workout Easier

The right play-list can do more than just motivate you during a workout! High-tempo music can inspire you to exercise harder, getting better results. Researchers found that listening to high-tempo music results in increased heart rate and lowest perceived exertion compared with not listening to anything. Benefits are best during endurance exercises …like brisk walking, running, biking and swimming.