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Nutmeg is a great fall spice. But there's such thing as too much. Fall spices are "like fall’s cozy blanket for your food," according to Washington, D.C.-based dietitian Caroline Thomason, RD, CDCES. Nutmeg is among the top spice players as we head into the colder months. It can be used for myriad recipes, and helps usher

High levels of lead were found in some cinnamon brands. Is cinnamon still safe? Lead has been found in several popular brands of cinnamon. Does this spell disaster for your fall recipes? Consumer Reports, a nonprofit that helps consumers assess the safety and performance of goods, recently found high levels of lead in cinnamon powder

How long does deli meat last in the freezer? Plus tips on how to safely defrost it. When buying deli meat in bulk, storing it in the freezer seems like a no brainer. But how long can it last in there, and how do you know it is safe to eat once thawed? When it

An ancient art: Storied tailor Huntsman celebrates 175th anniversary with new book Huntsman, which helped inspire the hit "Kingsman" films (Taron Egerton, Colin Firth), has served clients from British, Hollywood and financial royalty. A new book looks at its history and relevance. How does one celebrate 175 years of existence? If you're Huntsman, London's storied

Why do dogs chase their tails? Your pet's behavior, explained Our pets may not be able to communicate with words, but their actions can give us clues on how they feel. If your dog is wagging its tail, they might be expressing happiness, according to Dr. Aya Alt, the medical director of the VCA Broadway

No wags, just butt-shakes: Justin Baldoni talks his dog, 'Happy', and pets' impact on mental health Of the 23 million American households that adopted a pet during the pandemic, one was Justin Baldoni's. "We got him in early 2020," Baldoni told USA TODAY Wednesday while in New York City for the 9th edition of the

Is it safe to eat deli meat during pregnancy? What experts need you to know. Deli meat is a lunchtime classic, but during pregnancy, you might wonder if this staple sandwich ingredient is one you’d rather avoid.  The deadly listeria outbreak linked to Boar’s Head products manufactured in a plant in Jarratt, Virginia, has ignited

Watch black cats get an image makeover on National Black Cat Day Along with witches, pumpkins, and trick-or-treating, black cats are indelibly linked with Halloween. So, it's only fitting in the lead-up to the big night that they get their own day. National Black Cat Day on October 27 was created in 2011 to help

Are pumpkin seeds good for you? How to get a nutritional boost from your jack-o'-lantern. As you're gearing up for Halloween, think twice before throwing away your jack-o'-lantern's innards. Without a ton of work, pumpkin seeds can give you a seasonal boost to your fall nutrition. "Fall produce brings in nutrient-packed options like pumpkin, squash

On your mark, set, go! Watch Airman's girlfriend sprint to tap him out A Tennessee woman was so excited to reunite with her high school sweetheart she traveled hundreds of miles and raced through a crowd to get to him. Anna Lee Williams, 19, missed her Airman boyfriend, Jacob Holmes, dearly during his U.S. Air

Can dogs smile? Here's what your pet is trying to tell you with that sweet smirk. Coming home to my dog after a long day can sometimes make all the difference. Waiting for us all day, she wags her tail in excitement and showers us with puppy "kisses" as a sign of affection. The cutest

Opinion: This election, you're voting to protect girls who were sexually abused, like me I was one of those who didn't tell anyone until I was a teenager, and didn't tell some in my immediate family until I was in my 30s. Editor's note: This column contains descriptions of sexual violence that may upset some