Plus, it's (secretly) vegan.
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| | | Sure, it's the day after Valentine's Day, but that doesn't mean you can't continue showering your friends, family, partner, or even yourself with sweets! Today's recipe is perfect for keeping the celebration of love going — or for just closing out another day. | | | | | | | XOXO,
Sarah Matysiak
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Sarah Matysiak
February 15, 2026 • 1 min, 30 sec read | | | |  | | | | Secretly vegan chocolate chip cookies | | If you know a vegan or vegetarian, or are one yourself, win over their (or your) taste buds with these chocolate chip cookies. They contain all the same tasty goodness as regular ones, but without the animal products. We won't tell if you try a bit of the dough and decide to make a batch for yourself. You could even get a little creative: Try using a heart-shaped cookie cutter to stick with the "love" theme. | | Tip: Dark chocolate contains slightly less added sugar than milk chocolate. Consider swapping if you want to reduce the added sugar content. | | | | | | | | | | What we're digesting | | 💊 Medications to help lower cholesterol. Plus, which supplements might also be beneficial. | | ✏️ How to cope with waiting room anxiety. Sensory tools and grounding techniques can help you relax. | | 🫂 What are the health benefits of hugging? Whether or not you consider yourself a "hugger," this action may be good for you. | | 🧑⚕️ Physical therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy. What can it help with? | | | |   | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
you again soon! | | | | |  | | This edition was powered by | | love. ️ | | | | |
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