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Martha Stewart's Bagel Method Sparks Mixed Reactions Online

12/25/2025

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Martha Stewart sparked debate by sharing her bagel method on Instagram, cutting the bagel into pieces and topping each with cream cheese.
Stewart says it helps her feel satisfied without overeating.
Reactions were mixed: some criticized the method as restrictive, others found it inspiring.
Stewart later said the post was humorous and asked if anyone could take a joke, and Adam Goldberg, PopUp Bagels founder, supported individual bagel preferences.

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Martha Stewart sparked debate by sharing her bagel method on Instagram, cutting the bagel into pieces and topping each with cream cheese.
Stewart says it helps her feel satisfied without overeating.
Reactions were mixed: some criticized the method as restrictive, others found it inspiring.
Stewart later said the post was humorous and asked if anyone could take a joke, and Adam Goldberg, PopUp Bagels founder, supported individual bagel preferences.