The iconic television chef, Rachael Ray, recently hosted the Blue Moon Burger Bash: Champions vs. Challengers at the Brooklyn Army Terminal. While her lively demeanor and signature hosting style were on full display, conversations about her appearance began to trend online.

Some fans expressed concern about her transformation, while others defended her, stating, “Leave her alone. She’s getting older.” In her first podcast episode with influencer and author Jenny Mollen, Ray opened up about how cooking impacts her life. She shared, “On days when I barely cook, that’s when I tend to feel hungrier and more eager to eat.”

Ray consistently emphasizes her passion for hands-on tasks and physical labor, finding grounding in her work despite occasional challenges. “I consider myself a homemaker. I love chores and enjoy being in the kitchen. I always engage my mind daily—I’m constantly writing—but I genuinely enjoy doing physical work. I love planning meals, making lists, and preparing dinner,” she explained.

Dr. Rosen explained that overusing or misusing the voice, especially when projecting loudly, can lead to such complications. He elaborated, “Rachael tends to speak very loudly and has what we call a percussive voice rather than a soft one. Vocal cords need downtime to recover after being used vigorously.”

These kits include pre-measured ingredients and straightforward instructions for recreating Ray’s favorite dishes, such as steakhouse burgers topped with dijon mushrooms and onions, sausage and pepper pasta baked with ricotta, and tilapia piccata served with lemon spaghetti.

Despite mixed reactions to her changing appearance and health fluctuations, many fans continue to cheer on Rachael Ray, appreciating her vibrant energy as she shares her love of cooking with audiences.