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Steak-Umm's Twitter Account Is Officially America's Most Trusted News Source

With recent tweet threads transforming Steak-Umm's Twitter account into a font of wisdom, it's time for the brand to pivot

When you think of Steak-Umm—if you even have a clue what it is—you probably think of philly cheesesteaks and of bags of "meat" sold in the frozen section of the supermarket.

If you're a food scientist, or a scholar of obscure copyright cases, you might instead think of "chopped and formed emulsified meat product that is comprised of beef trimmings left over after an animal is slaughtered." You are probably far less likely to look to the Steak-Umm brand when you're craving reliable media analysis, cultural wisdom, and insight into the scientific method. As it turns out, maybe you should.

On Tuesday morning, "Steak-Umm" became a trending topic on Twitter after the brand's verified account posted a lengthy thread running through various fallacies and analytical flaws that plague broader understanding of issues around the COVID-19 pandemic. Beginning with a "friendly reminder" that "anecdotes are not data. (good) data is carefully measured and collected information based on a range of subject-dependent factors, including, but not limited to, controlled variables, meta-analysis, and randomization," the social media arm of a frozen-sandwich-meat company went on to break down some of the frequent mistakes that media outlets and consumers make in processing information on a rapidly evolving topic.

Among Steak-Umm's thoughtful and lucid insights were some notes on the erosion of trust in traditional media ("it can be difficult to know what to believe in a time when institutional trust is diminished and the gatekeepers of information have been dismantled") and the threat of "opportunists and charismatic manipulators" stepping into that vacuum to feed people comforting lies and "fear-based sensationalism." After several tweets of this kind of concise and measured analysis, the thread closed with an acknowledgment of the irony that Steak-Umm was delivering this message, a succinct summation of the overall points, and the phrase "steak-umm bless."

The account also linked to another thread "touching on small, simple ways that the average person can take on the daily cultural challenges of this pandemic without demonizing or otherizing our neighbors" and to a donation page for Feeding America—a charity to which Steak-Umm recently pledged $25,000. Whether or not we take anything else from these sudden bouts of wisdom coming from such a seemingly unlikely source, perhaps it's worth considering a new direction for the Steak-Umm brand. People have been shifting away from highly processed foods in recent years and are more and more desperate for trustworthy sources of carefully processed information. Maybe it's time for Steak-Umm to pivot.

Just as Nintendo pivoted from trading cards and "love hotels" to video games in 1966, it's time for Steak-Umm to change with the times. The world doesn't need their softened emulsified meat nearly as much as we need their trenchant observation and analysis. It's time for Steak-Umm to start a newspaper.

The Steak-Umm Digest, helmed by Nathan Allebach could come out weekly—in honor of how long it takes the human body to digest its namesake—and offer the kind of insight that slices through the pressed, frozen loaf of left-over news trimmings to let us know what's really going on. While Steak-Umm's Twitter account calls for us all to get our news from "credentialed sources," the fact that the director of the Center on American Politics at the University of Denver said that "Steak-umm is free to come teach my methods class" seems like credential enough.

So forget the New York Times, the Washington Post, Popdust. Take all those tired old media juggernauts and Steak-Umm where the sun don't shine.

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Bulk Shopping Online Now With Free Shipping Thanks To Boxed

There's nothing worse than running out of something you really need. Forgetting toilet paper, cereal, or snacks for your cranky toddler causes that "darn, I forgot that" moment that can make you feel like you've just wasted your whole grocery trip. Wouldn't it be great if you could get all of the essential items you need, delivered right to your door?

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Hate Lines At The Grocery Store? Boxed.com Makes Buying In Bulk Online Easy

After becoming a mom, I started to depend on little hacks here and there to help me stay on top of things. Last year, I had my second, our baby girl Sophie, and our lives got a whole lot more chaotic fast. Grocery shopping is something that always causes an argument for my family. Driving to the store on my day off with 2 kids in tow is just not my idea of a Saturday well spent. Plus, I like to save money by buying in bulk, but Costco is a 45-minute drive away.

Recently, at a birthday party for one of my son's friends, his mom told me about Boxed.com, a website that lets you shop in bulk for the everyday household necessities and pantry essentials you need, and delivers them right to your door.

Boxed.com is an online marketplace, and they offer all of the essentials you need in bulk, so the price per item works out to be a lot cheaper than the grocery store or Prime. They have name brands that I know and trust, like Bounty and Welches, but I've also discovered their own label, Prince & Spring, that offers everything from cooking oils to party supplies for super cheap. Prince & Spring trail mix is now my son's favorite! When I went on their site, I was immediately impressed by the huge selection of products they have, but I was skeptical because I didn't want to pay for another warehouse membership like Costco that I rarely use.

When I found out they don't charge you a membership fee, and that I'm not tied into getting my items delivered every month, I was totally sold! I started discovering all sorts of cool little surprises; they offer free samples and deals of the week. But the part that I loved the most? They ship all of your items together, in one box. I can't tell you the number of times I've done a big order from Amazon, and they ship everything separately -- so frustrating, it costs more and so much wasteful packaging!

Getting to skip the 4-year-old fits when you pass the candy aisle at the grocery store sounded ideal, so I placed my first order that week. Dish soap, paper napkins, snacks, pasta, and when I did the math, stocking up in bulk resulted in huge savings. Plus, I liked that I wouldn't run out of the stuff we actually use every day, including diapers and baby food for the youngest one. Always having the "good cereal" on hand is the best way to avoid a temper tantrum and saving 20% on it is even sweeter. My order was over $49, so I even got free shipping! They also sent me a picture of all of my items packed in a box when they emailed my shipping confirmation.

My deliveries always arrive fast and with a handwritten thank you note -- so personal! Boxed.com is a godsend if you're planning a party or summer BBQ, too. I got so many cookies, snacks, and party supplies for my son's 5th birthday party last month, and they came in just 2 days. It saved me so much time and money. Boxed.com saves all of your past orders, making reordering a breeze. No more waiting in long lines lugging heavy cat litter to the car with a toddler in tow!

Buying in bulk is so much easier now, and I love having my Saturdays back to spend with my family. At first, I was skeptical, but buying in bulk works out so much cheaper per item than the grocery store, plus I never have to worry about running out of essentials like baby food or toilet paper (or, yes, even wine!). Boxed.com helps me keep my family, and my wallet, happy. Being able to order all our monthly pantry essentials and household supplies at the push of a button after the kids are asleep? That makes Boxed.com the mom hack I can't live without.

Use this link to save time and money, and stock up on all of your favorite brands now at Boxed! Use code "LOVEBULK" at checkout for 15% off!

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Hate Lines At The Grocery Store? Boxed.com Makes Buying Groceries In Bulk Online Easy

After becoming a mom, I started to depend on little hacks here and there to help me stay on top of things. Last year, I had my second, our baby girl Sophie, and our lives got a whole lot more chaotic fast. Grocery shopping is something that always causes an argument for my family. Driving to the store on my day off with 2 kids in tow is just not my idea of a Saturday well spent. Plus, I like to save money by buying in bulk, but Costco is a 45-minute drive away.

Recently, at a birthday party for one of my son's friends, his mom told me about Boxed.com, a website that lets you shop in bulk for the everyday household necessities and pantry essentials you need, and delivers them right to your door.

Boxed.com is an online marketplace, and they offer all of the essentials you need in bulk, so the price per item works out to be a lot cheaper than the grocery store or Prime. They have name brands that I know and trust, like Bounty and Welches, but I've also discovered their own label, Prince & Spring, that offers everything from cooking oils to party supplies for super cheap. Prince & Spring trail mix is now my son's favorite! When I went on their site, I was immediately impressed by the huge selection of products they have, but I was skeptical because I didn't want to pay for another warehouse membership like Costco that I rarely use.

When I found out they don't charge you a membership fee, and that I'm not tied into getting my items delivered every month, I was totally sold! I started discovering all sorts of cool little surprises; they offer free samples and deals of the week. But the part that I loved the most? They ship all of your items together, in one box. I can't tell you the number of times I've done a big order from Amazon, and they ship everything separately -- so frustrating, it costs more and so much wasteful packaging!

Getting to skip the 4-year-old fits when you pass the candy aisle at the grocery store sounded ideal, so I placed my first order that week. Dish soap, paper napkins, snacks, pasta, and when I did the math, stocking up in bulk resulted in huge savings. Plus, I liked that I wouldn't run out of the stuff we actually use every day, including diapers and baby food for the youngest one. Always having the "good cereal" on hand is the best way to avoid a temper tantrum and saving 20% on it is even sweeter. My order was over $49, so I even got free shipping! They also sent me a picture of all of my items packed in a box when they emailed my shipping confirmation.

My deliveries always arrive fast and with a handwritten thank you note -- so personal! Boxed.com is a godsend if you're planning a party or summer BBQ, too. I got so many cookies, snacks, and party supplies for my son's 5th birthday party last month, and they came in just 2 days. It saved me so much time and money. Boxed.com saves all of your past orders, making reordering a breeze. No more waiting in long lines lugging heavy cat litter to the car with a toddler in tow!

Buying in bulk is so much easier now, and I love having my Saturdays back to spend with my family. At first, I was skeptical, but buying in bulk works out so much cheaper per item than the grocery store, plus I never have to worry about running out of essentials like baby food or toilet paper (or, yes, even wine!). Boxed.com helps me keep my family, and my wallet, happy. Being able to order all our monthly pantry essentials and household supplies at the push of a button after the kids are asleep? That makes Boxed.com the mom hack I can't live without.

Use this link to save time and money, and stock up on all of your favorite brands now at Boxed! Use code "LOVEBULK" at checkout for 15% off!

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Hate Lines At The Grocery Store? Boxed.com Makes Buying Household Essentials In Bulk Online Easy

After becoming a mom, I started to depend on little hacks here and there to help me stay on top of things. Last year, I had my second, our baby girl Sophie, and our lives got a whole lot more chaotic fast. Grocery shopping is something that always causes an argument for my family. Driving to the store on my day off with 2 kids in tow is just not my idea of a Saturday well spent. Plus, I like to save money by buying in bulk, but Costco is a 45-minute drive away.

Recently, at a birthday party for one of my son's friends, his mom told me about Boxed.com, a website that lets you shop in bulk for the everyday household necessities and pantry essentials you need, and delivers them right to your door.

Boxed.com is an online marketplace, and they offer all of the essentials you need in bulk, so the price per item works out to be a lot cheaper than the grocery store or Prime. They have name brands that I know and trust, like Bounty and Welches, but I've also discovered their own label, Prince & Spring, that offers everything from cooking oils to party supplies for super cheap. Prince & Spring trail mix is now my son's favorite! When I went on their site, I was immediately impressed by the huge selection of products they have, but I was skeptical because I didn't want to pay for another warehouse membership like Costco that I rarely use.

When I found out they don't charge you a membership fee, and that I'm not tied into getting my items delivered every month, I was totally sold! I started discovering all sorts of cool little surprises; they offer free samples and deals of the week. But the part that I loved the most? They ship all of your items together, in one box. I can't tell you the number of times I've done a big order from Amazon, and they ship everything separately -- so frustrating, it costs more and so much wasteful packaging!

Getting to skip the 4-year-old fits when you pass the candy aisle at the grocery store sounded ideal, so I placed my first order that week. Dish soap, paper napkins, snacks, pasta, and when I did the math, stocking up in bulk resulted in huge savings. Plus, I liked that I wouldn't run out of the stuff we actually use every day, including diapers and baby food for the youngest one. Always having the "good cereal" on hand is the best way to avoid a temper tantrum and saving 20% on it is even sweeter. My order was over $49, so I even got free shipping! They also sent me a picture of all of my items packed in a box when they emailed my shipping confirmation.

My deliveries always arrive fast and with a handwritten thank you note -- so personal! Boxed.com is a godsend if you're planning a party or summer BBQ, too. I got so many cookies, snacks, and party supplies for my son's 5th birthday party last month, and they came in just 2 days. It saved me so much time and money. Boxed.com saves all of your past orders, making reordering a breeze. No more waiting in long lines lugging heavy cat litter to the car with a toddler in tow!

Buying in bulk is so much easier now, and I love having my Saturdays back to spend with my family. At first, I was skeptical, but buying in bulk works out so much cheaper per item than the grocery store, plus I never have to worry about running out of essentials like baby food or toilet paper (or, yes, even wine!). Boxed.com helps me keep my family, and my wallet, happy. Being able to order all our monthly pantry essentials and household supplies at the push of a button after the kids are asleep? That makes Boxed.com the mom hack I can't live without.

Use this link to save time and money, and stock up on all of your favorite household brands now at Boxed! Use code "LOVEBULK" at checkout for 15% off!

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Nutrisystem Helps You Answer; How Many Calories Should I Really Eat to Lose Weight?

When it comes to weight loss, there are no quick fixes. The real magic happens with math, and that math is calories: How much energy your body takes in and burns off. When your body is using more energy than it takes in, you lose weight. So, in order to lose weight, we need to ask ourselves: How many calories should I be eating to reach my weight loss goals? The answer is more nuanced than people might think. That's why Nutrisystem goes beyond simple calorie counting. Their weight loss plan includes pre-prepared meals with tasty foods like pizza and ice cream that are designed to contain the exact number of calories that will lead to weight loss success. Nutrisystem also focuses on portion sizes and the kinds of ingredients, like foods full of fiber and protein, that help you feel satisfied without sabotaging your weight loss.

So, what about these online calorie calculators? You're probably wondering why can't I just track my calories myself? Keeping track of your calories seems easy, but people are notoriously bad at it: In a report from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, scientists found that people reported eating far fewer calories than they actually consumed. With Nutrisystem's meals, you don't have to measure calories or portion sizes, since all of the meals are already made and portioned for you to lose weight.

While on Nutrisystem, your caloric intake will remain consistent, typically around 1200 calories for women and 1500 calories for men. Health organizations recommend consuming this amount of calories for a healthy weight loss rate of 1-2 pounds per week--anything less than that and you risk putting your body into starvation mode (and then you'll stubbornly hold on to weight!). When the math is done the right way for you, it simply works.

It's crucial to remember that it's not just about the number of calories, but also the kinds of calories you consume that can make or break a successful diet (eating 1200 calories worth of chips will not do the trick!). That's why Nutrisystem meals are high in fiber and protein, nutrients that help you feel fuller and satisfied even when you're on a diet plan. But—and this is key—the Nutrisystem meal plan is specially designed by a team of nutritionists to have fewer calories than you are used to consuming, because no matter what any fad diet promises, you can't lose weight with an unlimited amount of fat and calories.

If you do want some extra education on how calories affect your diet and weight loss, the even better news is that Nutrisystem also has its own free tracking app, NuMi. Nutrisystem success stories have found long lasting results using NuMi to help log their meals, including incorporating added grocery items and flex meals, in addition to having another tool to help build healthy habits like increased water intake and physical activity. NuMi will also get you access to hundreds of healthy recipes, weight loss tips from their dietitians and even exclusive discounts.

When it comes to the science of weight loss, there's no reason why you should have to embark on the journey alone. Let Nutrisystem do the math so that you can see the magic.

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