Newsletter 5/8/18: Amazing Side Effect Of Eating Avocados

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Life Hack Of The Day: Inappropriate Laughter Edition

To keep yourself from laughing at inappropriate times, exhale quickly, getting out as much air as possible — it’ll stop the Hahas in their tracks.

Up Your Health Game

Counting Calories

Sticking to a healthy diet has never been easier, thanks to a new law requiring chain restaurants to post calorie counts, sodium and fat levels on their menus. According to the law (which is one of the final parts of the Affordable Care Act), convenience stores, grocery stores and movie theaters are also required to get in on the fun. [Swirled]

Everything I Avo Wanted

Adding extra avo to your diet could be great for your health, according to science. In fact, studies show that eating just half an avocado a day can keep your blood sugar in check and lower your risk of developing metabolic syndrome down the line. [Swirled]

Starch Wars

The best food to eat for a healthy gut? Resistant starch. Found in many common foods like potatoes, rice and green bananas, the prebiotic can help you heal gut problems, maintain a healthy weight and even prevent cancer. Bring on the starch! [mindbodygreen]

Live Like A Boss

Oh, Spam!

Spam texts are annoying AF and they can be pretty risky too. That’s because spammy texts generally try to extract personal information from you (like how much money you make or your bank account info). To keep these types of texts at bay, block the sender ASAP, delete the message immediately and report it to the FTC. Stay vigilant, friends! [Swirled]

They See Me Rollin’

Thanks to self-driving cars, your ride could soon be the equivalent of a living room on wheels, complete with a comfy couch and a flat-screen TV. While automated car designs are still in the works, tech giants like Google and Uber are all about making the experience as luxurious as possible. [The New York Times]

The Power of Failing

Michelle Obama’s advice for girls and women everywhere: fail upward. The former first lady recently emphasized the need for men and women alike to make work environments more empowering for women, encouraging women to take more risks and to ensure that failure is part of the learning process. [Moneyish]

Savor Each Bite

Po-Tay-To, Po-Tah-To  

Ever heard of licorice potato chips? What about venison and cranberry potato chips? Those are just two of the crazy potato chip flavors out there, with others like eggs benedict, sheep heart and cucumber rounding out some of the most out-there flaves. We dare you to try them! [Swirled]

That’s What Cheese Said

Khachapuri is the best brunch dish you’ve never heard of, and it’ll rock your world. Originating in the Eastern European country of Georgia, the delish food consists of a bread boat filled with gooey cheese, a fried egg and extra toppings. Best of all, you don’t have to hit up Europe to try it — you can order one at NYC’s Oda House. Go get your cheese on! [Swirled]

Recipe Of The Day

For a healthy grab-and-go breakfast, a green mango protein smoothie is the perfect morning treat. [Cooktoria]

Pack Your Bags

Light The Way

Forget seaside hotels, staying in a lighthouse Airbnb can offer you some of the most incredible ocean views you can imagine. Complete with amenities like a queen-sized bed, free parking, private beach access and a full-sized kitchen, this New Zealand getaway will run you $130 a night. [Swirled]

Turtley Radical

Traveling to a few key destinations around the world could help you catch a glimpse of the rarest animals on the planet. Yep, we’re talking about species that are nearly extinct. If you’ve always dreamed of seeing adorable hawksbills turtles, plan a trip to the Mesoamerican Reef while the famed Malayan Tiger can be found in Southern Thailand. [Swirled]

Deal Of The Day

We love a good travel deal to SF and, with $174 roundtrip tickets from NYC to SFO, this deal is one of the best we’ve ever seen. Time to hit up the West Coast! [The Flight Deal]

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