In an on-the-go world, it’s not hard to see why fast-food restaurants thrive. For most of us, grabbing a quick meal is sometimes unavoidable, whether it’s a speedy breakfast while rushing to work or dinner on a road trip. No matter the circumstances of your fast-food ordering, if you’re trying to eat healthy, you’ve probably found it a challenge. The stereotypes about fast food’s mediocre nutrition content are largely true, and many chains serve up fried, heavy meals high in calories, […]
Now that 2022 is ending, it’s predictions time again. Global food and restaurant consultancy Baum + Whiteman takes a deep dive in its latest food and beverage trends forecast – tapping pistachio as the nut of the year and exploring the possibilities of a potential recession. Here are some of the report’s highlights: SHANGHAI, CHINA – AUGUST 03: A customer uses her smartphone to make an electronic payment for her … [+] food at Hongqiao Artificial Intelligence (AI) Restaurant on […]
In a recent study published in the Journal of Food Science and Nutrition Research, researchers investigated whether commercial weight loss diets meet the recommended dietary requirements for essential nutrients and are suitable for long-term use. Study: High Carbohydrate vs High Fat Diets: Which is Preferable for Long-term Use? Image Credit: nadianb/Shutterstock.com Background Research indicates that commercially manufactured weight loss diets are effective in weight reduction, and a few also reduce the risk of several chronic diseases. However, their nutrient composition varies significantly […]
Consuming a low-fat diet full of healthy foods during middle age may lengthen your life, a new study suggests. In contrast, a healthy low-carbohydrate eating pattern did not lead to much of an improvement in longevity, according to the analysis of dietary data from more than 370,000 middle-aged and older adults published in the Journal of Internal Medicine. “Following healthy low-fat diet with minimal intake of saturated fat can be an effective approach to promoting healthy aging among middle-aged and older […]
Get ready for a festive Memorial Day feast with these creative dishes to make this weekend. ABC News Natasha Feldman created a patriotic flag-inspired hot dog spread. “The Dinner Party Project” author Natasha Feldman joined “Good Morning America” on Friday to share a seasonal drink, vibrant salads, sides and an easy dessert to make for Memorial Day. HarperCollins Publishers The cover of Natasha Feldman’s new cookbook. Check out her full recipes below. ABC News A tray of agua fresca with […]
When it comes to the world’s most-loved cuisines, there are a few obvious favourites. There’s Italian, with its unbeatable pizza-pasta combo. Indian, with its dazzling and colourful sprawl. Mexican, with its spices and innovative presentations. French, with all its richness and refinement. But which cuisine is currently the world’s most popular? To find out, adventure holiday travel firm The Bucket List Company has looked at levels of engagement on social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram and Reddit. The eventual ranking wasn’t just based on […]
Saturated fats often get grouped in with trans fats, but they’re not the same thing. Saturated fats are found in animal products like meats and dairy, as well as some tropical plant foods like coconut, says Naidoo. While it was once believed that saturated fats should be strictly limited, recent research38 suggests that they may not be as harmful as previously thought, Scott explains. “The current dietary guidelines recommend that you keep saturated fats to less than 10% of your […]
The percentage of dogs and cats considered overweight or obese in the United States has been rising steadily since 2010, according to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). In 2018, APOP shared 60% of cats and 56% of dogs across the country were deemed overweight or obese by a veterinary professional. This amounts to roughly 50 million dogs and 56 million cats. Banfield Pet Hospital went so far as to classify pet obesity as an epidemic in its 2020 […]
Date: Thursday, 25 May 2023Time: 4:30 to 6:30 pm (CEST) Elimination of industrially produced trans fat from the global food supply by 2023 is a priority target for the World Health Organization (WHO). In May 2018, WHO released the REPLACE action framework to serve as a roadmap for countries to implement the prompt, complete and sustained elimination of industrially produced trans fat from the food supply. Five years into the REPLACE initiative, the deadline for worldwide trans fat elimination is upon us. […]
To hear more audio stories from publications like The New York Times, download Audm for iPhone or Android. Nearly every big change in how we eat starts as a fad, which is really just a shared moment among a subset of diners or cooks that gains traction. Some fads fade away slowly, like wine coolers or molecular gastronomy. Others implode suddenly, like turmeric lattes or the pink sauce that shot up like a rocket on TikTok this year and then […]
