WASHINGTON, D.C.—Food costs decrease 16% on a low-fat vegan diet, a savings of more than $500 a year, compared to a diet that includes meat, dairy, and other animal products, according to a new analysis from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine published in JAMA Network Open. “We knew that a vegan diet significantly reduces your risk of conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity—and now we have proof that opting for beans instead of beef will also lead to […]
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Employees help stock the shelves at the new Super G Mart in Pineville on Tuesday. The international supermarket, the third location for the brand, is slated to open this weekend. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez [email protected] Just days away from opening, Super G Mart in Pineville on Tuesday was bustling as boxes filled with packaged food from around the globe were stocked on shelves under aisle signs designated by continents. The international supermarket is opening its third and largest store at 10500 Centrum […]
Dive Brief: Consumers are looking for specific health and wellness benefits from their food and beverages, placing that above sustainability, according to Tastewise’s 2023 trend report. New flavors in both condiments and desserts are increasing in popularity, with consumers looking for functional floral and botanical tastes. Traditional Latin American beverages also are likely to see a bump in 2023 — especially if they’re tied to familiar flavors in the U.S., like strawberry and melon. While health and wellness and international […]
A new study indicates that eating a low-fat, vegan diet could decrease the risk of chronic illnesses like type 2 diabetes. The research was published in Dietary Science and Practice. It looked at the ways in which low-fat, plant-based foods impact body weight and composition, as well as insulin sensitivity. The 16-week study, conducted by Hana Kahleova and Neal D. Barnard, observed 244 overweight individuals assigned to either the intervention or control groups. The intervention group was prescribed a low-fat […]
Watching videos about how to cook, eat less and choose healthier foods can help obese children lose weight, reduce their risk of diabetes and become happier, a study has found. The doctor behind the findings believes they can help in treating childhood obesity because they show that online healthcare can be just as effective as face-to-face appointments. A team of researchers led by Dr Felix Reschke, of the children’s hospital in Hanover, Germany, studied 108 children who followed the video-based […]
CRYSTAL LAKE, Ill. — An Illinois family has got us saying “I’m loving it” after making the fast food find of a lifetime: a 1950s-era McDonald’s order inside the walls of their house. Grace Jones says it happened when she and her husband were updating a bathroom in their Crystal Lake, Illinois home. Her husband Rob was replacing an old toilet paper fixture, and when he pulled it out of the wall — he noticed a piece of bunched up […]
Which foodstuffs were most popular in your neck of the woods? (Getty Images) (NEXSTAR) — Just as our doctors have repeatedly asked us to do, Instacart went ahead and figured out what we’ve all been eating over the past year. Instacart, an online ordering and delivery platform for groceries, has delved into its data to determine the most common supermarket purchases throughout the U.S., both on national and local levels. In a general sense, the findings indicate a shift away […]
It’s no secret that fast food chains are primarily focused on serving meat-based products. But a new report from World Animal Protection, released just in time for World Vegan Day, shows just how far behind most of these restaurants are when it comes to offering any plant-based items. The new report also shows a general lack in sustainability efforts from many fast food companies. Fortunately, at least a handful of restaurants are making strides in offering more delicious, plant-based menu […]
