LA street food craze: Van Nuys vendor stuffs entire meals inside your bag of chips

LA street food craze: Van Nuys vendor stuffs entire meals inside your bag of chips

A new street-food sensation in the San Fernando Valley is turning ordinary snack bags into fully loaded meals — and hungry Angelenos are lining up to try it. At SHAW, a popular food vendor in Van Nuys, customers bring their own bag of chips and watch as it gets transformed into a massive, overstuffed bowl … Read more

Celebrity chef drastically changes menu as Ozempic-fueled weight loss craze sweeps nation

Celebrity chef drastically changes menu as Ozempic-fueled weight loss craze sweeps nation

A high profile celebrity chef in Los Angeles is changing up the menu in his string of critically acclaimed restaurants to better serve clients who are dropping pounds at a record pace thanks to the help of weight loss shots. Chef Andrew Gruel says he’s cutting way back on foods loaded with carbs — like … Read more

Olive oil shots are the latest weight loss craze — but they may be ‘more hype than medicine’

Olive oil shots are the latest weight loss craze — but they may be ‘more hype than medicine’

It may make some people shudder, but a growing number of social media users say that starting their day with a shot of olive oil is the secret to better health. The shot, often mixed with lemon juice or water for easier sipping, has been gaining steam on Instagram and TikTok. Users who promote the habit report such … Read more

‘Ski bunny face’ is the new pre-après beauty craze, plastic surgeons say

‘Ski bunny face’ is the new pre-après beauty craze, plastic surgeons say

Jeffrey Lisiecki, MD, a plastic surgeon in Manhattan, has noticed something interesting in his practice these past few years: A more than doubling of facial procedures in the fall months, including facelifts (from $40,000), facial fat grafting (around $7,500), blepharoplasty (around $7,500) and rhinoplasty (from $20,000). “Many of these patients mention wanting to have their … Read more

Is bubble tea safe to drink? The shocking health risks of the boba craze

Is bubble tea safe to drink? The shocking health risks of the boba craze

Sorry to burst your bubble, but you might want to give this trendy drink a second thought. Bubble tea, also known as boba or pearl milk tea, originated in Taiwan in the 1980s and is typically made with tea, milk or creamer, sweetener and, of course, their signature tapioca pearls. The Instagram-worthy beverage has gained … Read more

Celeb-backed wellness craze can be harmful to health: ‘There’s a real danger to consumers’

Celeb-backed wellness craze can be harmful to health: ‘There’s a real danger to consumers’

One celeb-loved wellness treatment may not B healthy after all. Vitamin infusions — which deliver mixtures of vitamins, minerals and other supplements into the bloodstream through an IV — are growing in popularity thanks to claims that they quickly boost energy, immunity and hydration. IV hydration spas offering these pricey therapies are popping up across … Read more

The Dubai chocolate craze is now about much more than bars

The Dubai chocolate craze is now about much more than bars

Some flavor crazes flirt with us and fade. Others stay and make themselves at home. It’s too soon to tell for sure, but the Dubai chocolate movement seems to have put down roots and is spreading at a brisk clip. The sweet flavors and thick texture that have made Dubai chocolate bars a hit are … Read more

Popular wellness craze is more hype than helpful — here’s what you should do instead

Popular wellness craze is more hype than helpful — here’s what you should do instead

Sorry, Yogis. New research suggests that the ancient practice may not provide as many cardiovascular benefits as once thought — even if you crank up the heat while holding warrior pose. But not all is lost for fans of mindful movement. The study identified three workouts that better support heart health, including two that also … Read more

Is ‘proffee’ the secret to getting more protein? What to know about the viral health craze as Starbucks launches new menu items

Is ‘proffee’ the secret to getting more protein? What to know about the viral health craze as Starbucks launches new menu items

That’s a latte gains! Protein maxxing — pushing past protein guidelines to build bulk, bounce back and feel full faster — is the latest culinary craze. Coffee connoisseurs are even sneaking it into their morning mugs. Nearly half (47%) of Americans believe that daybreak is the best time to get their protein fill, a recent … Read more

Exclusive | Choreographer turned the ‘Law & Order’ theme into a viral dance craze — and even star Mariska Hargitay was shimmying to it

Exclusive | Choreographer turned the ‘Law & Order’ theme into a viral dance craze — and even star Mariska Hargitay was shimmying to it

Choreographer Stephon Vann never thought his dance moves set to the iconic “Law & Order: SVU” theme would go viral. But they unexpectedly caught the attention of just the right people — series stars Mariska Hargitay and Kelli Giddish, who enthusiastically mimicked his dance team’s moves in their own recent viral clip. “I was jumping … Read more

Stop obsessing over protein goals — the latest health craze — and just enjoy your food

Stop obsessing over protein goals — the latest health craze — and just enjoy your food

The cookbook section of any used bookstore is a museum of past health trends. Browse through the stock and you’ll trace the rise and fall of nutritional villains: eggs, butter, red meat and more — first demonized, then rehabilitated by the next wave of experts. We’ve all seen America’s food rules shift beneath our feet, … Read more

McDonald’s Snack Wrap craze put some locations in a pickle with lettuce shortages: report

McDonald’s Snack Wrap craze put some locations in a pickle with lettuce shortages: report

Please, romaine calm. The resurrection of McDonald’s beloved Snack Wrap has seen sales skyrocket, bringing in serious cabbage to franchisees — but the lettuce supply at some locations ran dry from the feeding frenzy, according to a report. The trouble arose at some fast-food locations last week after Micky D’s brought back the one-time staple … Read more

How to do a parasite cleanse: Everything you need to know about the latest detox craze

How to do a parasite cleanse: Everything you need to know about the latest detox craze

New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Have a gut feeling something is off? You’re not alone. While the idea of hosting parasites may be unnerving, the reality is that microscopic invaders are more common than many realize. There’s a common … Read more

‘Reborn mothers’ love their scary-realistic baby dolls and slam critics of bizarre craze: ‘I want the right to go out with them’

‘Reborn mothers’ love their scary-realistic baby dolls and slam critics of bizarre craze: ‘I want the right to go out with them’

SAO PAULO — Videos featuring emotional moments with hyper-realistic baby dolls have sparked both online fascination and political debate in Brazil, with lawmakers even bringing the lifelike dolls into legislatures. Influencers have staged situations such as birth simulations and strolls in shopping malls with the hand-crafted baby figures, known as “reborn” dolls, creating videos that have gone viral. … Read more

Inside Gen Z’s protein craze — What experts suggest you should eat to meet your goals

Inside Gen Z’s protein craze — What experts suggest you should eat to meet your goals

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Gen Z has finally passed the avocado toast and pushed the dangerously low-calorie “Girl Dinner” trend to the sidelines. Protein is having a cultural moment, and macros matter most. If … Read more

Dangerous social media craze encourages kids to set their laptops on fire — causing chaos in schools

Dangerous social media craze encourages kids to set their laptops on fire — causing chaos in schools

Forget harmless pranks — TikTok’s latest trend has students setting their Chromebooks ablaze, sparking school evacuations and safety warnings across the country. Known as the #ChromebookChallenge, the dangerous stunt encourages kids to jam metal objects, like paper clips and pushpins, into the charging ports of their laptops, causing electrical short circuits that can ignite fires. … Read more

Women are spending $20K to shrink their waists in viral craze experts call ‘RibXcar’

Women are spending K to shrink their waists in viral craze experts call ‘RibXcar’

Move over Ozempic. There’s no denying that weight loss drugs are having a moment. However, some people are now taking things a step further to alter their bodies by going under the knife to reposition their ribs. A new procedure, called RibXcar has women shelling out thousands of dollars to undergo surgery to achieve the … Read more

Gen Z is skipping the gym and turning to weightloss drugs — leading the Ozempic craze

Gen Z is skipping the gym and turning to weightloss drugs — leading the Ozempic craze

Gen Z is turning into Gen Ozempic. A new survey reveals that many young Americans are planning to turn to weight loss medications, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, to help achieve their goals. More than a quarter of Americans are considering these drugs as part of their weight loss strategy, according to Tebra, a digital … Read more

KFC to launch new tender concept amid fast food chicken craze — here’s when the first one opens

KFC to launch new tender concept amid fast food chicken craze — here’s when the first one opens

Tongues will be clucking. KFC will open a new spinoff concept called Saucy in Orlando on Monday — emphasizing the brand’s chicken tenders and an array of sauces. “Everyone is obsessed with sauce — more is more,” KFC representative Christophe Poirier said. KFC is opening an experimental venture in Florida next week. K I Photography – … Read more

Exclusive | The Hess Truck is here — in its 60th year: How the beloved toy that originally cost $1 turned into a collector’s craze

Exclusive | The Hess Truck is here — in its 60th year: How the beloved toy that originally cost  turned into a collector’s craze

They’re in it for the long haul. John Howard will never forget his first Hess tanker truck gifted by his grandfather many Christmases ago — a green, yellow, red and white 1968 model with a fuel hose and working lights. The oil company had only just begun selling its now-iconic holiday toy in 1964 — and … Read more