Alex_Karlsson/Shutterstock Over the years, processed meat has developed a rough reputation, which is why no one eats this once-popular deli meat anymore – olive loaf. It’s become a sort of umbrella term, and anything under it is associated with lacking any nutritional benefits — but this isn’t always … Read more

Dani Zoeller / Food Republic Thanksgiving meals are full of seasonal treats, from roasted turkey to stuffing, green bean casserole, and cranberry sauce. But perhaps the most delicious part of any large holiday meal is the dessert you may or may not have saved room for at … Read more

While I eat sweet potatoes a lot throughout the entire year, Thanksgiving is the one time I embrace the most decadent way of making them. Yes, I’m talking about going all out with butter and sugar and whole lotta love. I could talk about how sweet potatoes don’t need sugar, but Thanksgiving is the one … Read more

Alison Lee was 5 years old when her hair started falling out. While her classmates bonded over doing each other’s hair, she was struggling with a new diagnosis: alopecia areata. “I didn’t know anyone else with the condition,” says Lee, now 19 years old. “And being stared at was pretty difficult.” About 10 years later, … Read more

YARUNIV Studio/Shutterstock The ribeye is celebrated as one of the most delicious cuts out there, known for its rich marbling, buttery tenderness, and deep, beefy flavor. For this reason, it’s the most popular cut of steak in America. Within the world of ribeye, there are several different … Read more

The impact of emulsifiers in food and beverage – summary Emulsifiers are used in thousands of foods including chocolates and breads Global emulsifier market is valued at $3.7bn with 4.3% CAGR Market expected to reach $4.8bn by 2030 Studies link emulsifiers to gut microbiota disruption and chronic inflammation Researchers urge stricter regulation especially for infant … Read more

Support for digestive health and wellbeing is becoming more nuanced, with an increasingly fine-tuned focus on consumers’ needs. As gastroenterologist David Kahana, MD explains, beyond conventional medicine, maintaining digestive wellbeing can involve targeted supplementation and nutrition as well.1 “While it’s important to be careful not to overstate claims, the research surrounding probiotics, prebiotics, fiber, and … Read more

Recipes are born all the time. But, recipes that are born in hard times? They’re special, like this depression-era Crazy Spice Eggless Cake. Creative bakers figured out how to put a tasty dessert on the table, even without the eggs and butter we so easily take for granted. One of my readers shared this cake … Read more

Summary of ultra-processed foods and reformulation Ultra-processed foods linked to chronic illness regardless of nutrient reformulation Reducing sugar, fat and salt often increases harmful additive consumption Disrupted food structure and soft textures affects nutrient absorption Fortification adds nutrients but promotes misleading health claims and higher intake Lancet series urges policy to target UPFs beyond nutrient-based … Read more

Maybe it’s piled-up housework, looming work deadlines, or negative news stories. Whatever the cause, feeling overwhelmed can seriously affect your mental state — and your physical health, too. “Overwhelm isn’t just ‘in your head.’ It activates deep stress circuits in the brain, which can result in flooding the body with [stress hormones like] cortisol and adrenaline,” … Read more