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If extra late sunsets mean extra long happy hours, and if a few more degrees in temperature mean a few more scoops of ice cream… Well, that sounds pretty great. But for me, it also sounds like a headache/stomachache double whammy. After a few weeks of summer fun, my body usually begs me for a break. Drink some water, woman! Eat a vegetable! You’re almost 40 for chrissakes!

Below, you’ll find the wellness goodies that I and other BA editors turn to for a feel-good reset. Also here:

  • Protein pasta that tastes like real pasta.
  • The smoothie recipe that made a Test Kitchen editor love cottage cheese.
  • One-pan gochujang chicken stir-fry that comes together in 20 minutes.
Don’t forget your sunscreen!

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I Ate My Way Through the Pasta Aisle to Find a Protein Pasta That Actually Tastes Good

BY ALAINA CHOU

Pasta packed with extra protein (thanks to ingredients like lupini beans and chickpeas) is kind of genius. You don't need to be “maxxing” to care about your nutrient intake, and on nights when even searing a chicken breast feels beyond your capabilities, these products help you achieve your protein goals by just boiling water. The catch is—many of them have weird gummy textures or an unpleasant aftertaste.

After trying seven different varieties, I’m thrilled to report that I’ve found three brands that I’ll be buying on repeat.

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The Smoothie That Made Me Love Cottage Cheese

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  • We Dare You: To try our Farmer’s Market Challenge! It’s the most fun way to celebrate summer’s bounty of fresh produce.
  • For Dinner Tonight, Make: Gochujang chicken stir-fry. It’s one of our most-loved recipes of the year.
  • And Don't Forget About Dessert: We put popular at-home ice cream makers to the test to see if anyone can out-Creami the viral Ninja Creami.


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