April Benshosan

About author

April is a born-and-raised Brooklynite who has a passion for all things health, wellness, and tastebud-related. Her lifelong passion for healthy eating stemmed from her upbringing, which shunned any neon cheese products or frostbitten dinners, and instead embraced homemade Mediterranean fare. April graduated with a Master's degree in Publishing from Pace University, and her byline appears on LIVESTRONG.com, Women's Health, Paceline.fit, Business Insider, Yahoo!, MSN, OK! Magazine, and Travel Squire.

Articles by April Benshosan

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23 Celebs Who Worked at McDonald's

Did you know Jeff Bezos scrambled eggs during Mickey D's morning rush before becoming the founder of Amazon?

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Why You Should Eat a Banana After Every Workout

Eating a banana after the gym can help you build muscle, burn fat, and reduce inflammation.

Vegetarian artichoke feta quiche

10 Très Magnifique Quiche Recipes

Get a taste of France right at home with these très bien quiche recipes!

cottage cheese

4 Worst Cottage Cheese Products

Along with identifying low-quality picks, a dietitian shares tips to help find the best cottage cheese.

building a gingerbread house

The Right Way To Build a Gingerbread House

Bakers share their top pro-tips to help you build the best gingerbread house from scratch.

feast of the seven fishes

Plan Your Feast of the Seven Fishes Menu

Unsure of what dishes to include on your Feast of the Seven Fishes menu? We have you covered!

marinate chicken

This Is How Long You Should Marinate Chicken

Here's what the professionals say about preparing your chicken the perfect way.

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Time-Saving Tips for Thanksgiving, Chefs Say

These tips can help ensure efficiency while preparing the perfect Thanksgiving meal.

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7 Secrets to Picking the Best Salmon, Chefs Say

Shopping for salmon has never been easier, thanks to the expert advice from these chefs.

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What Fast-Food Chains Originally Looked Like

Yes, White Castle actually looked like a real castle.

Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

Most Popular Order at Every Fast-Food Chain

You can't go wrong with these classic meals.

7 Shocking Secrets About Subway, Straight From Employees

Eat fresh? Not always, according to some of Subway's current and former sandwich artists.

The Best Burger in Every State

The Best Burger in Every State

Our friends at Yelp helped us find which burger joint reigns supreme in your home state.

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Healthy Eating, Recipes

20 Chicken Cooking Mistakes

Don't let cooking blunders turn you off from prepping this stellar protein.

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We Tested 5 Mayos, and This Is the Best!

America's favorite condiment—before sriracha, at least—gets put to the test.

30 Essential Spring Superfoods for Weight Loss

30 Best Spring Superfoods for Weight Loss

Stock up on these fresh kitchen essentials to help you slim down before swimsuit season arrives.

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We Found the Best-Tasting Pasta Sauce

Which jar of spaghetti sauce is worthy of the ultimate Italian chef's kiss?

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20 Healthy Chili Recipes

These comforting chili recipes will keep you toasty this season without sabotaging your weight loss goals.

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40 Ways to Lose Your Gut by Summer

Lose the spare tire in time for swimsuit season by following these success-promising hacks.

fruits and vegetables

50 Foods to Lose Your Gut

Yes, you can lose your gut (and keep it off!) if you just add these fat-frying foods to this week's grocery list.

fast food

The Most Popular Chain Restaurant in Your State

We tapped our friends at Yelp to find out which fast-food chains take the cake in the 50 states.

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The 50 Most Popular Fast-Food Chains in America

Did your favorite burger joint crack the top 10? You'll be surprised which chain ranks number one.

Chocolate milk

This is the #1 Best Chocolate Milk

Sip on a treat with benefits: Our winner packs in healthy fats, protein, and tastes like a milkshake!

spicy miso portabello mushroom burger

23 Healthy Mushroom Recipes for Meatless Dinners

These easy vegetarian dinner recipes will save your weeknights.

dark chocolate

This Is The #1 Best Dark Chocolate Bar

Whether you're pairing it with red wine or noshing between meetings, this bar will become your go-to.

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The Best & Worst Pasta on the Shelves—Ranked by Nutrition!

Say 'hello' to healthy Italian dinners with these top pasta choices based on nutritional value.

Healthy overnight oats

30 Nutritionist-Approved Healthy Breakfast Ideas

Jumpstart your progress (while you're still in your PJs!) with these delish, expert-approved breakfasts.

Sweet necessities

The Best Ice Cream Shop in Every State

Is your go-to shop is the most popular in your hometown?

Walmart

The Healthiest & Cheapest Walmart Foods

Here are some nutritious finds for less than $20.

Trader Joe's

15 Secrets About Trader Joe’s You Never Knew

Why is it so cheap? Why are bells ringing? Here are all the answers to your TJ's questions!

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