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5 days ago
- Health
Dietitian Rachel Beller shares recipes and tips to spice up your summer travel
Summer travel just got a flavorful and healthy boost! With a few smart tips -- and a dash of spice -- you can stay on track with your wellness goals while still enjoying every moment on the go. Rachel Beller, registered dietitian and bestselling author of "SpiceRack," stopped by "Good Morning America" and "GMA3" on Thursday to share easy, practical ways to elevate your travel routine and keep your energy up wherever your journey takes you. Scroll down for her expert tips and delicious recipes. 1. Packable Morning Boost Bowl Easy, budget-friendly travel breakfast. "How we start our day has a huge impact on how we feel and I have something that is both nourishing and budget-friendly that you can easily travel with… Morning boost Power Pack -- helps to deliver protein, fiber, and lots of antioxidants -- no kitchen required! Throw a few packets in your suitcase," Beller said. How-to: Pack individual dry servings before your trip. At your destination, just add milk or yogurt. Top with either dry or fresh seasonal local fruit. Sprouted Oats: Rich in beta-glucans to nourish your gut microbiome, support your digestion, and immune health Ground Flax Seeds: Packed with fiber and omega-3s; supports regularity and helps maintain blood sugar balance Morning Boost Spice Blend: Features Ceylon cinnamon, allspice, ginger, nutmeg, and clove -- a naturally sweet combo that is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties Walnuts: Crunchy and satisfying; provide plant-based omega-3 fats and protein to help keep you full Hemp Hearts or Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder: A simple protein source rich in iron and magnesium to support energy Demo Visual: Stainless steel or travel jar filled with dry ingredients, small container of milk/yogurt, fresh or dried fruit. Include eco-friendly pouches. Recipe (Single-Serve): ½ cup sprouted oats 1 tbsp ground flax ½ tsp Morning Boost spice blend 1 tbsp hemp hearts or pumpkin seed protein powder 2 tbsp crushed walnuts Destination add-ins: Milk or yogurt, fresh fruit like berries or peaches or dried fruit. Perhaps a drizzle of honey or date syrup (optional?) 2. Hydrate with Intention: Mint & Ginger Infused Water Refreshing morning ritual before coffee or after a workout. "What we drink while we travel can also get upgraded to support digestion and hydration," Beller said. "It's very easy to grab some fresh mint leaves and ginger at the produce section at a grocery store. Most hotels offer a tea kettle." Ingredient highlights: Mint: Naturally soothing for the digestive system; may help relax digestive muscles and reduce bloat. The aroma can be nice and calming. Ginger: Contains gingerol, known for its anti-inflammatory and digestive-supportive properties, as well as its ability to help ease muscle soreness after a workout. 1 cup hot water 1 handful fresh mint leaves (or 1 tsp dried or a mint tea bag) 1 slice fresh ginger root (or a ginger tea bag or dried ginger pieces) Steep 3–4 minutes. Enjoy hot, warm, or chilled after your morning workout at your hotel. Optional: If option for dry–pack a tiny tea infuser to steep dried herbs easily wherever you are. 3. Smart, Packable Snacks "How we snack while we travel is important," Beller said. "We often find ourselves scrambling for something quick, which usually leads to highly processed options filled with unnecessary additives and added sugars -- things that can throw off our energy balance and health goals." She continued, "My patients always tell me how much they love having simple snack solutions on hand. It makes them feel empowered knowing they're supporting their energy, digestion, and immune system." Power Snack Line-up 1. Berry Crunch Kamut Mix (light, easy to carry) Puffed Kamut: A fun, crunchy puffed whole grain that's fun to eat (think popcorn) Freeze-Dried Strawberries: Packed with antioxidants and vitamin C Slivered Almonds: contains healthy fats, protein, and vitamin E Cacao Nibs: a hint of chocolatey crunch (optional) 2. Golden Carrot Coins with spiced Hummus (my favorite flight snack) Carrot Coins: Rich in beta-carotene and fiber; filling and satisfying Mini Hummus Container: Great source of plant protein, fiber, and healthy fats Sumac: A tangy, citrusy spice that may aid digestion by promoting the release of digestive enzymes; perfect for summer flavor and gut support 3. Tropical Power Crunch (crunchy and chewy- great for a hike, beach, etc) Roasted Dried Chickpeas (store bought or roasted at home with a touch of spice): High in plant-based protein and fiber; supports fullness and blood sugar stability Dried Mango or Pineapple (no added sugar): Offers fiber, vitamin C, and natural sweetness Cinnamon: Adds a touch of sweetness and antioxidants and may help support blood sugar balance 4. "Keep Me Regular" Power Bites (stuff the dried plums with 2-3 nuts -- a travel essential that not only tastes sweet and delicious -- it helps keep things moving!) Dried Plums: High in both soluble and insoluble to help regulate digestion, which is especially useful during travel. Plums are rich in vitamin C and polyphenols -- compounds with antioxidant properties that support our immune function. Baru Nuts or Hazelnuts: Rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber for sustained energy Cinnamon: Adds a touch of sweetness and antioxidants and may help support blood sugar balance Packaging tips: Use light steel or eco-friendly bags or small glass containers that are very portable. 'GMA' kitchen picks By clicking on these shopping links, visitors will leave and and these e-commerce sites are operated under different terms and privacy policies. ABC will receive a commission for purchases made through these links. SOME PRICES ARE DYNAMIC AND MAY CHANGE FROM THE DATE OF PUBLICATION. Have questions about ordering or a purchase? Click here. Amazon
Business Insider
13-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
Tariffs are hitting e-commerce brands, so Postscript is eating some costs to keep them afloat
The marketing startup Postscript has heard a lot of concerns from customers about how tariffs have affected them. Now, it's dedicating $2.5 million in an effort to help. Postscript builds SMS marketing software for e-commerce brands and primarily targets small and midsize businesses on Shopify. Many of those brands import goods to be sold in North America. Alex Beller, Postscript cofounder and president, told Business Insider that when the government announced the tariffs, Postscript started talking to customers and other e-commerce leaders to gauge how the industry would be affected. Some wouldn't be affected because they held inventory in the US, they had already diversified their supply chain, or they had a high-margin business to begin with. However, others were concerned. "What we eventually arrived at was that there's a lot of pain coming for the entire industry," Beller said. "And the expectation for these brands, the impacted ones, is that they're going to try to pull every lever they can to spread the pain out." Some brands said they would raise prices on their products, while others said they would negotiate more favorable costs with their manufacturers. Some brands said they would thin out their teams or cut their marketing budgets, while others would look to renegotiate their terms with partners like Postscript. The startup's tariff relief comes in a few different forms. It permanently lowered its rates for new and existing customers using its self-service platform. It's making its new AI tools free for the quarter. For new customers, it's charging carrier fees only for the quarter. It's offering thousands of dollars in cashback through its Fondue service. And, it introduced a new wind-down clause into its contracts in case tariffs hurt a business so much that it needed to go out of business. All told, its commitments represent about $2.5 million in costs. Beller said that while Postscript will take a revenue hit from these offerings, it's worth it to build loyalty among its customers. "We need to step up and proactively absorb our fair share," Beller said. "We feel like that's the customer-first thing to do." Preparing for 'ripple effects' from tariffs While brands take a direct hit from tariffs in the form of increased costs, e-commerce software companies are also closely monitoring the situation. If brands cut technology costs, software companies could suffer. "The ripple effects are going to be there for a while," Beller said. "There's certainly concern about downstream impact to the broader e-commerce market." Jeremiah Prummer, the CEO of e-commerce software companies KnoCommerce and Stamped, previously told BI that many merchants are cutting costs due to tariffs. "Anybody who's building on the Shopify ecosystem is struggling with losing business because of tariffs — or if not losing business, actively cutting costs for our customers," Prummer said. "Ultimately, our customers are the ones that are affected by tariffs, and it's Shopify's customers, too." For now, consumer spending doesn't seem to be suffering too drastically. Shopify itself struck an optimistic tone about the impact that tariffs would have on its business during its earnings call on May 8. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday that China and the US agreed to reduce some tariffs for 90 days. During this time period, tariffs on Chinese goods would decrease from 145% to 30%. Though the news likely gave many brands some relief, Postscript plans to continue with its plans because many are still navigating uncertainty in their supply chains and need short-term cash solutions, Beller said.
Yahoo
13-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
More people buying chickens to combat high egg prices
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — Some people may be looking to get chickens to combat the recent hike in egg prices. But will that actually save them money?'We went on a vacation and stayed at an Airbnb or Vrbo that had chickens, like, out running in the yard. And it was in the city and super normal,' backyard chicken owner Amanda Beller said. 'So I started checking into it. You check with the city and there are ordinances, and it will show how many feet you need to be from your own house, from neighbors. You send in a quick application. And then every year, I think it's a $10 fee that we pay in the city limits to have chickens. You're limited to four and only hens, no roosters.' Goodwill of the Great Plains showcases new Mission Services Center The downside of having chickens is that you aren't guaranteed eggs all year round.'Winter, when shorter days and colder temps and less time outside, they hardly lay at all in the winter months, especially the shorter days,' Beller said. 'People always ask and say 'oh, you're so smart to get chickens.' Because it's such a value compared to [buying eggs]. But by the time you look at the coop and we feed organic food and treats and, you know, the electricity… probably I'll never make money on my chickens and the eggs.'Bomgaars is selling baby chickens for about $3. Workers say the line always stretches around the store with people eager to buy chickens.'By far, chickens are the most sold item, I'd say during this time of the year, and it gets pretty hectic,' Bomgaars employee Remington Kelbimschmidt said. 'I'd say it's more crazy because it's the start of the season. So people want to rush in to get chickens before it's too late.' With the large amounts of people looking to buy chickens, it's important to remember that they will get bigger and require lots of daily work like any other pet. Morningside students excited for Carnegie Hall performance 'It's a big commitment,' Beller said. 'So you have to make sure that they've got food and water, of course, every day and clean out their coop because they are kind of dirty birds. But also, you know, in wintertime when the temps drop below zero, you can't have your chickens freezing. So I just think, you know, it sounds great in the springtime, but think about all year long or if you travel or when your kids lose interest. Make sure you're making a good choice about having the birds.' If you are still considering getting chickens don't let the cute faces fool you: they're a lot of work. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
