From hydrogenation to interesterification, there are many ways to change the properties of fats, says Fattastic Technologies founder Satnam Singh. But finding a cost-effective, scalable approach to create the next generation of healthy fats for meat alternatives has proved elusive. Currently, most plant-based meat formulators turn to coconut oil, which is high in saturated fat, doesn’t taste like animal fat, and melts when the meat starts cooking, leaking out of the food matrix, he says. Multiple alternatives are therefore being […]

For decades, nutrition experts have steered Americans away from whole milk and other full-fat dairy products, but research over the past decade or so should lead to a change in that advice, some experts say. While the 2020-2025 guidelines from the U.S. Department of Agriculture continue to encourage consumption of low-fat and fat-free dairy products, cardiologists and nutrition specialists tell TODAY.com that this recommendation may not be aligned with the most recent science. In addition, they say there may be […]

US research shows what consumers are most interested in 7 August 2023 1 minute read Food fuels our bodies, nourishes our minds and makes the time we spend with family and friends even more meaningful. It can also influence our health, our hobbies and give us a taste of other cultures. As a marketing agency obsessed with food and driven to explore consumer cravings, our appetite for uncovering what’s making the plate today and in the future should come as […]

It’s the end of August, and it seems like everyone’s out-of-office messages are on. It’s wonderful to take a break from day-to-day stressors and indulge in little luxuries. Going out to eat every day of vacation can be expensive, though, and if you’re staying in a rental, you might want to take advantage of your place’s kitchen and dining area. Cooking in an unfamiliar kitchen poses its own issues: Nothing is where it should be, the stove runs extra-hot and […]

The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. Crackers can seem so innocent. You crumble them into soup, nibble on them with ginger ale when you’re sick, or top ’em with cheese when sipping a little vino. But when it comes to wholesome ingredients and reasonable nutritional information, healthy crackers can seem nowhere […]

Here are 10 high-protein foods you should be eating to lose belly fat fast prescribed by Dr Mike Diamonds. Dr Mike Diamonds is a medical doctor who is now an online fitness and health coach and a YouTuber. He more than a million subscribers on his channel and he usually uses his own body transformation as an example of how to help people become their better selves. He is also the creator of the website Sculpt by Science. Mike Diamonds presents a list of 10 high-protein […]

Visceral fat can be super stubborn when it comes to weight loss New Delhi: Belly fat or visceral fat is the first thing to add to your weight, and the last to go. According to experts, visceral refers to the amount of fat that surrounds the liver and other abdominal organs and increases the risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and even cancer. Visceral fat can be super stubborn when it comes to weight loss, especially for women […]

A new study has revealed that Chinese food is the most Googled cuisine in the United States, according to Google search data.  The research, conducted by foodfirefriends.com, analyzed Google search data related to the 40 most popular cuisines in different U.S. states to find out what cuisines Americans search for (and eat) the most.  Chinese food. With an average of over 3.35 million searches per month in the U.S., Chinese is Americans’ favorite food.  Mexican food. With an average of […]

There might be some rogue nights when we’re willing to take on a cooking project, like red-wine-braised short ribs or fresh semolina pasta. But most of the time we’re looking for speedy mealtime solutions (yes, we BA editors are just like you). These 30-minute dinner ideas are the ones we turn to time and time again—the faithful hits for when it’s 7 p.m. and we’re already starving. Make no mistake, though, quick is by no means synonymous with boring: Our […]

Looking at nutrition labels can be confusing, as foods with high amounts of total fat won’t necessarily make you fat. Saturated fat and trans fat are two artery-clogging types that you should severely limit in your diet, but monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats (with the latter including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids) are actually good for your health, as they may lower bad (or LDL) cholesterol levels and raise good (or HDL) cholesterol levels. To help you differentiate between the types, […]