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Entrepreneur
21 hours ago
- Health
- Entrepreneur
7 Best Apps for Health and Productivity While Traveling
This story originally appeared on Calendar Travel can be a complicated thing. From flights to hotel accommodations to activity scheduling, planning the essentials can easily drain a person's mental capacity. That leaves considerations of health and productivity as afterthoughts. But what if there were resources to easily find diet-friendly restaurants, optimize your plans for productivity, and schedule exercise breaks? With the recent explosion of AI technology, there is no shortage of apps that claim to make travel a breeze. However, some apps are definitely miles ahead in terms of customization, accuracy, and ease of use. Here are the 7 best apps to use if you want to maximize productivity and hit your health goals while traveling. 1. Foodie Few companies understand how to stay healthy and productive during travel like Flykitt, the creators of a scientifically backed jet lag solution developed in collaboration with Navy SEALs and used by top business executives and dozens of professional sports teams to sleep well and feel great on every trip. The company's new AI-powered nutrition app, Foodie, was designed on the idea that travel shouldn't ruin your diet either. By expertly analyzing the menus of all the restaurants in the area you select, accounting for ingredients and food preparation methods, and considering dietary preferences and restrictions, the app recommends the best restaurants and menu items tailored to your personal dietary needs, wherever you go. A Foodie search for high-protein meals finds you not only meals packed with protein, but also the highest quality proteins like grass-fed meat and wild-caught fish. Searching for dairy-free restaurants can help you find all the available meals near you that are free of milk products. And if you're a vegan or vegetarian, Foodie can help you find plant-forward meals that are actually free of animal products. Its database knows which foods are truly plant-based and which restaurants are quietly using hidden animal products, such as broths or cooking fats. Flykitt also alerts you to any inflammatory ingredients and triggers, such as seed oils, hidden sugars, or gluten. With Foodie, you can quickly find restaurants that align with your wellness priorities, keeping your body feeling great and allowing you to enjoy your travel activities. 2. MacroFactor Trying to lose weight while traveling can still be a headache, even if you're eating all the right things at all the right places. Shedding pounds often requires detailed calorie tracking, which can be especially challenging when you're on the road. Many people choose to use free versions of popular food tracking apps, but these can be frustrating when you're short on time. What sets MacroFactor apart is its ultra-fast interface, which minimizes the number of taps required to track food. The MacroFactor app is designed to be the most efficient food logger, letting you input a meal in significantly less time than other apps. That means you can quickly and discreetly log calories at the conference buffet, the team lunch, or even in the airport taxi. The app's algorithm also makes adjustments and estimates in case you forget, don't have time, or don't know how to log a given meal. Its label scanner, AI tools, and huge food database make tracking on the go even easier. 3. TrainAway You already know that a break in your fitness routine can sap your energy and hinder your progress when you're traveling. Unfortunately, not every hotel or Airbnb has a decent gym, and bodyweight workouts at home can get boring quickly. For longer stays, it may be worthwhile to explore local gyms on Google Maps and reach out to see if they offer day passes. However, sometimes you just don't have the time or energy to do all that research. Enter TrainAway, an app that helps you find nearby gyms all over the world and book a day pass right on your phone. Then, you just head to the gym, show your pass to the staff, and start working out, with no sign-ups or sales appointments required. With locations from Budapest to Johannesburg to Mumbai, you'll always find a place to keep pumping iron. The app also lists services and amenities at each location, including classes, personal trainers, showers, and air conditioning. 4. Headspace Travel is stressful and comes with a million and one distractions that can make it especially hard to get centered and stay focused. That's why the Headspace app offers a suite of different solutions to help you beat stress, sleep better, and stay mindful. Known best for its progressive guided meditations, Headspace helps beginners (and refreshers) ease into a meditation routine. The app also offers interactive mindfulness resources and connections to online therapists. A new program rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy helps users fight anxiety and depression via the app. Meanwhile, a new AI companion — Ebb — helps users find gratitude or process thoughts and emotions on the road. A host of sleep resources, like specialized meditations, exercises, and relaxing sounds, can help with plane sleep, jet lag, and hotel nights. There are also specialized resources available for organizations, in case your employer wants to cover the costs. 5. Wanderlog Wanderlog helps take the headache out of travel by consolidating all your travel planning details in a single app. It's a place to stash all your itineraries, check out travel guides, and manage flight and hotel bookings all in one central location. It also features detailed, pre-existing guides to many cities, allowing you to skip some of the research. Much of the app's functionality works both online and offline. So, you can still use it even when you're not connected to WiFi. With Wanderlog, you can view your plans for the day, including maps and reservations, without needing to close the app. For example, you don't have to toggle back and forth from hotel confirmation to your Google Maps while you're trying to order that Uber from the airport. The app is also great for road trips, since it optimizes routes to save time and money on gas. It even gives you live flight updates, tracks expenses, and helps you split costs with travel companions. 6. WeCroak Admittedly, WeCroak is an unconventional choice, but it's an important one when it comes to genuine wellbeing. Inspired by a Bhutanese folk saying, the app's philosophy is that contemplating death five times a day is the key to happiness. Each day, WeCroak sends you five randomly timed reminders to stop and think for a moment about your own inevitable death. Each reminder also includes the option to view a quote about death from a poet or philosopher. The idea behind the app is that contemplating your own mortality reminds you what's important in life. Therefore, it serves as a reminder on how to truly prioritize your time. It's an invitation to pause for a moment, breathe deeply, meditate, and reflect on what truly matters most to you. The simple app has been around since 2018, when Wired, the New York Times, and The Atlantic reviewed it. It might just help you stay more present on the road and actually enjoy the travel experience. 7. Waterllama If being reminded of your own death isn't your thing, what about just being reminded to drink water? Waterllama is a fun little Apple Design Award finalist that helps you stay hydrated at home or on the go. This is important, since travel — especially air travel — can cause serious dehydration. Low humidity in the flight cabin causes your body to lose moisture. This is why forgetting to drink water (or drinking alcohol) can make it even worse. It's not just on the plane, though: for long road, bus, and train trips, you might be tempted to skip the sips. It's certainly easier to keep your bladder empty than look for a bathroom on the go (though there are apps for that, too). Fortunately, Waterllama's gorgeous, colorful animations and soothing haptics encourage you to make the healthier choice. The app also includes challenges to get or stay sober, reduce caffeine intake, and even self-diagnose lactose intolerance. Conclusion Staying healthy and productive on the go requires striking a balance between fitness, nutrition, and mental clarity. These apps can help you reduce stress and improve your sleep. Essentially, they can help you stay on track no matter where in the world you go. They aren't enough on their own, though; the most important piece of the wellness puzzle is your own mindset. To stay healthy anywhere, know your worth enough, and prioritize your own self-care regardless of your latitude or longitude. Featured Image Credit: Cottonbro Studio; Pexels; Thanks! The post 7 Best Apps for Health and Productivity While Traveling appeared first on Calendar.
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Nigella Lawson gushes over Sydney's 'hidden gem' restaurant after discovering its 'staircase to heaven': 'Took my breath away'
She's dined in Paris, feasted in Florence, and hosted glamorous banquets in London - but it's yet another hidden Sydney gem that's captured Nigella Lawson 's taste buds. The beloved British food icon, who's currently soaking up the Australian sunshine, took to Instagram to wax lyrical about Club Fontana, a quiet Italian eatery tucked away in Sydney's inner-south. In a post brimming with culinary joy, Nigella, famous for her poetic descriptions of food and unapologetic love of carbs, revealed she was completely enchanted by the Redfern restaurant, describing the experience as 'uplifting,' 'cosy,' and 'exquisite.' 'The visit filled my heart with joy,' the 65-year-old foodie said. 'The food is exquisite but cosy, and the place immediately relaxing and uplifting.' Nigella admitted that despite already falling for a handful of favourite Sydney spots, she was finally persuaded to try Fontana after hearing repeated praise from her close friend and renowned ceramicist and artist Shelley Simpson. 'I haven't been able to resist going back to restaurants I already know and love here in Sydney… but nor do I want to restrict myself to only my fond, familiar haunts,' she explained. 'The wonderful Shelley Simpson has been telling me about Club Fontana for ages now, and I'm really not sure why I haven't gone there before… but we went together last week, and the visit filled my heart with joy.' And while Fontana may not be the most obvious pick from the street, what it lacks in visibility it makes up for in charm. 'It's hard to find from the street (mind you, I have got absolutely no sense of direction), but eventually I discovered the carpeted staircase to heaven,' Nigella said - and from there, she was completely sold. The self-confessed 'carb queen' dove into a string of bold, nostalgic, and impeccably executed dishes, starting with a humble Italian classic - pane fritto with anchovies. 'Pane fritto is, simply, Italian for fried bread,' she said. 'But think puffed-up little pieces of sausage-shaped dough, light but with just the right amount of chew, topped with a salty stripe of anchovy.' And the hits just kept coming. From crostini topped with soft-cooked chicory and velvety broad bean purée, to garlic bread rolls that ooze caramelised garlic butter with every greedy bite, Nigella made her way through the menu with delight. 'Carb queen that I am, I moved on to their garlic bread, which comes sumptuously in the form of a bread roll that gushes… with caramelised garlic butter,' she swooned. She paired it with fresh, soft ricotta which she likened to 'a butterfly kiss', and a bitter leaf Autumn Caesar salad, complete with guanciale, roast kohlrabi, and more anchovies (because one can never have too many). But it was the dessert that left the TV star and bestselling author speechless. 'Pudding had to be the zabaglione cream, piled Mr Whippy style on top of a kind of upside-down crumble… that's to say, wine-poached quince over a bite-able rubble of divinely peppery biscuit,' Nigella wrote. 'This took my breath away. Well, it all did.' Ever the thoughtful diner, Nigella made sure to give credit where it's due, singing the praises of the restaurant's talented chef for their 'palate as perfect as his touch.' She also applauded the service, giving a warm shout-out to front-of-house staff member who helped make the night 'an utter enchantment.' Despite flying relatively under the radar, Fontana has already built a loyal cult following among Sydney foodies, but now, with Nigella's golden seal of approval, a table at the cosy 40-seater could soon be one of the toughest to score in town. The visiting British food icon recently dined at Ester in Chippendale, a trendy Sydney restaurant headed up by chef Mat Lindsay that may be a hidden gem - not widely known among the general public but revered by off-duty chefs and serious foodies. She about Ester for remaining 'unfailingly the most exciting kitchen in the world' after visiting the little-known hotspot with two friends. The high level of praise that Nigella heaped on Ester should hardly come as a surprise given that she'd previously named it a must-visit when she's in town The 65-year-old specifically highlighted some of the restaurant's 'exceptional dishes', explaining that her dining experience commenced with 'impeccable' oysters to start. Also on the menu was the 'legendary fermented potato bread with salmon roe and beguiling jelly-topped kefir cream' - a signature dish renowned at the restaurant. Nigella also called out the 'exquisite pippies' as a standout. ReceipeTin Eats founder, Nagi Maehashi, also responded to Nigella's post with an elongated: 'Yuuuuuummmm!!!' The beloved Australian food blogger also recommended that Nigella check out Ester's sister restaurant, Poly. 'Get everything on the smalls list,' Nagi advised. The high level of praise that Nigella heaped on Ester should hardly come as a surprise given that she'd previously named it a must-visit when she's in town. The British food icon told Gourmet Traveller earlier this year that the surprising yet delicious creations at Mat Lindsay's restaurant are 'extraordinary'. The award-winning restaurant is known for its relaxed yet stylish interiors and wood-fired modern Australian fare.
CNET
29-05-2025
- Health
- CNET
A 4-Step Guide to Making the Crispiest Air Fryer French Fries
No matter the variety you reach for -- curly, crinkle, waffle or wedge -- French fries are best when they're made in an air fryer. You don't need to mess around with a messy deep fryer or an oven that will dry out the fries, but you do need to follow a few simple rules for the absolute best air fryer French fries. Making dynamite fries, whether from fresh or frozen, is easy and painless but a few easy practices will give them an impossibly crunchy exterior while leaving the potato inside moist and delicious. Master these air fryer French fry hacks and you'll never have to negotiate a floppy shoestring or soggy tot again. Read on to find out how I make the best crispy, French fries in the air fryer with very little effort. How to make the world's crispiest air fryer fries A few techniques help me get the most out of my air fryer when I'm cooking up frozen goodies like French fries, chicken tenders and tater tots. 1. Preheat for the best crunch You don't need to preheat the air fryer but it will result in crispier fries. Alexandra Jones/CNET The hotter your air fryer is when you add your fries, the more golden brown and crisp they'll become. Not every air fryer has a preheat function but you can run yours for about five minutes at the desired temperature to get the chamber nice and hot before you add the food. 2. Use a light spritz of cooking oil A very light spritz of oil will ensure your air fryer fries don't dry out. Scott Eells/Bloomberg/Getty Images Some people swear by spraying a little of your go-to cooking oil, like canola, olive or avocado, into the basket and over frozen french fries before air frying. The idea is that the extra oil helps the food brown and crisp up. You don't need to go nuts with oil, but a light coating helps seal the potato strings in a divinely crispy crust. An oil mister or spray bottle will help with an even and light coating of oil. Watch this: Best Air Fryers: Cheap vs. Expensive 19:24 3. Avoid overcrowding the basket Try not to crowd your fries in the basket. Alexandra Jones/CNET Air fryers create convection heat by using a fan (the noise you hear when you turn the machine on) to circulate air around the food, cooking it faster and creating that crunchy exterior we want. For convection cooking to work well, your French fries need to have as much surface area exposed as possible. That means loading up batches of fries in a single layer and leaving just a little space between each piece, if possible. The result is tastier fries in a shorter cooking time. 4. Shake for even cooking Shake a few times during cooking for an even browning. David Watsky/CNET Halfway through the cooking time, pull out your air fryer's basket and give it a good shake. This will help your french fries brown more evenly. Try to get the fries back in a single layer before popping the basket back in and finishing the process. What you need for air fryer fries Frozen french fries Cooking oil like olive or canola Salt (optional) Weeknight dinners are simple when you implement the help of your air fryer. Corin Cesaric/CNET How to make air fryer french fries Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F for about two minutes. Spritz the air fryer basket with oil. Add the frozen fries to the basket, arranging them in a single layer. If you're using oil, spritz the fries with it. Cook the fries for 10 minutes. Pull out the air fryer basket and shake it. Rearrange the French fries in a single layer, then replace the basket and cook for 5-7 minutes more. The exact time will depend on your air fryer, the size and shape of your fries, and your preferred doneness level. Season your fries with salt, if using, and serve immediately. What to serve with air fryer french fries You can make an equally fantastic burger in the air fryer. Pamela Vachon/CNET In my world, a pile of fries served alongside a salad with a zippy vinaigrette needs no other accompaniment (except maybe a glass of wine). If you're looking to round out your meal or feed a crowd, consider serving air fryer french fries with this easy 45-minute roast chicken or this 10-minute salmon recipe (both made in the air fryer, natch). You can even cook up air fryer bacon cheeseburgers, hot dogs, or chicken thighs to accompany your french fries. Add some veggies to the plate by air-frying Brussels sprouts, cauliflower steaks, broccoli florets or shishito peppers. Air fryer fries FAQ How long do fries take in the air fryer? The cook time for air fryer french fries depends on the temperature. At 400 degrees Fahrenheit, fries usually take 15 to 20 minutes to cook. Can I put frozen french fries in the air fryer? Yes, you can air fry frozen french fries straight from the bag. Preheat the basket and avoid overcrowding for best results.
CBS News
28-05-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Grilled Chicken Fajita Salad recipe
Rania Harris is ending her May salad series with a recipe for Grilled Chicken Fajita Salad! She's showing Katie O'Malley how to mix it up. Grilled Chicken Fajita Salad (Photo Credit: KDKA) Ingredients 2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper 2 teaspoons hot paprika 2 teaspoons chili powder Sea salt to taste 2 whole boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds) 4 tablespoons canola oil 1 each red, yellow and orange bell pepper - halved, stemmed, seeded, cut into thin strips 2 sweet onions, peeled, halved and sliced into thin crescents 3 large ripe plum tomatoes – chopped 1/3 cup chopped Italian parsley Juice of one large lime 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Chopped Romaine lettuce Tortilla chips Lime wedges Directions: Preheat grill to medium high heat. Toss the cumin, thyme, pepper, paprika, chili powder and salt together to taste in a small bowl. Rinse the chicken, pat dry, and trim off any excess fat. Place the chicken in a baking dish and sprinkle and 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the oil and toss to coat evenly. Marinate for at least two hours or overnight. In a large sauté skillet, heat a small amount of canola oil and sauté the peppers until they begin to blacken and blister a bit. Remove the peppers to a bowl and add the onions to the same skillet. Sauté until the start to brown well. Add the onions to the same bowl with the peppers and season with some of seasoning mixture to taste. When ready to grill the chicken, heat the grill to medium high., Grill the chicken until it is a bit charred around the edges and just cooked through - about 3 - 5 minutes per side. Cut the chicken into 1/4-inch wide diagonal strips and toss into the bowl with the peppers and the onions. Season to taste with the spice mixture, the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, tomatoes, parsley, lime juice and vinegar. Toss, and season with additional salt as needed. Line a platter with the romaine lettuce and top with the chicken fajita salad. Surround the platter with the tortilla chips. Serves: 4 - 6
Arab News
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Where We Are Going Today: ‘Jinji' – Korean cuisine in Jeddah
Jinji, the newest addition to Jeddah's growing lineup of Asian eateries, offers a casual and contemporary take on Korean cuisine. Located on Hira Street in Ash Shati District, this spot has quickly gained popularity for its street food-inspired menu, serving up favorites that feel straight out of Seoul's bustling food stalls. My visit started off with Korean classics like the crispy kimchi pancake and seafood pancake, both golden and satisfying. The kimchi version held a bit more punch for me. Their fried chicken is a highlight, especially the honey soy and sweet and spicy variations that offer a crispy bite with rich flavor. The plain fried chicken felt a little underwhelming in comparison and could use a touch more seasoning. Jinji lives up to its bold slogan, 'Serious meals only,' especially when it comes to Korean barbecue. The ribeye and short rib platter is ideal for sharing, with well-marbled cuts that are tender, juicy and full of flavor. The galbi plate, with its savory-sweet soy marinade, is another crowd-pleaser. The striploin and brisket platter is solid, though we found the brisket slightly dry on one visit. That said, grilling right at the table adds a hands-on experience similar to the authentic Korean BBQ joints of Seoul. Noodle lovers will appreciate the variety of ramyeon options, from the creamy pink rose version to the brisket ramyeon. The bibimbap is well-executed with fresh toppings, and the tteokbokki brings enough heat to satisfy fans of spice. Portion sizes are generous, and the pricing is reasonable as the BBQ platter, ranging between SR 200-250 ($53-66), easily feeds two to three people. Desserts bring a refreshing end to the meal, especially the authentic bingsu, a milk-based Korean shaved ice dessert in flavors like mango and Oreo. The hotteok pancake, filled with sugar, cinnamon, and nuts, is warm, chewy, and worth saving room for. The ambiance is minimalist and relaxed, though during peak hours the space can feel a bit cramped and noisy. For more, check Instagram @jinji_sa.
