Rising food costs have made providing healthy food options to low-income families difficult, according to the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. “Everyone deserves access to good, nutritious food — and enough of it to live healthy, successful lives,” said Joe Arthur, Executive Director of the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. “There is a direct correlation between food insecurity and the lack of nutritious food, which increases the risk of negative health outcomes and chronic disease. Having access to healthy food will ultimately […]
Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat — also referred to as “healthy fats” — praised for their potential protective roles in several chronic diseases, such as heart disease and dementia. They are one of the key building blocks for cell membranes and remain a subject of interest in the scientific community. The family of omega-3 fatty acids includes: alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) stearidonic acid (SDA) eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) DHA and EPA are […]
With just over three weeks until the start of the new year, retailers are looking for the items that are popular with consumers in order to give the people what they want. With that in mind, Yelp has provided a look at the dining trends retailers need to know heading into 2022. The review platform reports that dining out will look back to find its future by reinventing classic drinks, finding new takes on comfort foods and embracing how a […]
A Beechmont building, formerly the home of La Chandeleur, is undergoing a big change: This spring, it will become an international food hall known as The StrEATery. The space at 304 Woodlawn Ave. will be home to six food vendors, including a brunch restaurant and Fresh Out the Box, an Asian fusion restaurant with a location at Logan Street Market and a food truck. A sushi restaurant is also a possibility for the space. Fresh Out the Box’s owner, Dung […]
In the post-pandemic era, health is no longer a second option but one of the major priorities for people. Healthcare expenses are not being spared and individuals are consciously switching to a healthy diet and lifestyle. The diet that we consume on a daily basis has a significant impact on our overall health and well-being. Many restaurants and eateries are now trying to incorporate healthy options into their regular menus. Fast-food giant McDonald’s is also aiming to cater to health-conscious […]
On paper, eating healthy should be as easy as strolling through a park on a sunny day, but it’s actually more like maneuvering through a nutrition minefield—something you can blame on savvy packaging and marketing that positions certain products as being better for you than others. When grabbing packaged foods adorned with words like “fruit,” “vegetable,” “whole grain,” or “high protein,” on their labels, it’s natural to assume they will offer you some level of added nutrition. The reality, however, […]
The post about the woman distributing leftover food from brother’s wedding to those in need won people’s hearts. Stories that showcase people stepping up to help others in need are always amazing to read. Just like this post that shows what a woman from West Bengal did with the leftover food from his brother’s wedding. Chances are, this tale of kindness will make you want to applaud the woman. The post, complete with a few images, is shared on an […]
by: Chase Laudenslager, Nexstar Media Wire Posted: Dec 6, 2021 / 08:29 PM PST / Updated: Dec 6, 2021 / 08:29 PM PST CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD) – Comedy icon Chevy Chase made a surprise visit to a South Carolina chicken restaurant while in town for a special screening of his holiday classic, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. After grabbing a bite to eat at the Raising Cane’s in Charleston, Chase decided to get to work behind the counter. This fast-food restaurant […]
Parties! Parties, no matter what the size, are what we need to feel human again. Seeing loved ones and old friends this Christmas, kicking back and shrugging off some of the worries of life has never felt so important. So invite a few people around and delight them with these sticky, spiced sausages and a thoroughly delicious cocktail to make them feel as if they were away with you on some far flung adventure. Sticky apricot-harissa merguez cocktail sausages with […]
The Codex Alimentarius Commission agreed on a range of standards but had to delay adoption of the final report after running out of time during its latest meeting. The Commission met online in November across several days and involved more than 800 participants. Members of the international food standards-setting body approved a number of standards, guidelines and codes of practice. They also elected Steve Wearne, director of global affairs at the Food Standards Agency, as the new chairperson of the Commission. Allan […]
