At least 45 people in nearly two dozen states have been sickened with salmonella food poisoning tied to the Super Greens brand of diet supplement powder, federal health officials said Wednesday. Superfoods Inc., which makes Live it Up-brand Super Greens powder, recalled products including its original and wild berry flavors with expiration dates of August … Read more
Too good to be true? While blockbuster GLP-1 drugs continue to reach new heights in popularity, they’re not without potential downsides, like bizarre side effects such as “Ozempic feet.” And while they boast impressive blood sugar and weight loss results — average weight lost is nearly 10% over a year — making one mistake could … Read more
Matt Damon tackled his end goal flawlessly. The actor, 55, opened up about cutting down his weight for Christopher Nolan’s upcoming Greek epic “The Odyssey,” while on Jason and Travis Kelce’s “New Heights” podcast Wednesday. The retired athlete, 38, told the Hollywood vet that he looked “pretty yoked up” in set photos circulating online. Jason and Travis Kelce and Matt … Read more
From fast-food to ultra-processed snacks, a high-fat diet eaten over the long term may trigger biological changes in the liver that could raise the risk of cancer. Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) suggested it may be less about how much fatty food is consumed at once — and more about how long the liver … Read more
In the current climate of celebs shrinking down and GLP-1 usage becoming mainstream, a refreshingly natural, new type of influencer is burning up social media this New Year’s resolution season. “Midsize” content creators are casting shade on toxic diet culture and shining a light on healthy body image. Amid a sharp rise in dangerously thin young … Read more
The Mediterranean diet may have met its match — at least on the scale. Going Greek has long been praised as one of the healthiest ways to eat, boosting longevity and helping fend off chronic disease. But if shedding pounds is the goal, new research suggests another diet may deliver bigger results, even if it … Read more
Research has revealed that “fake fasting” may offer the same age-reversing health benefits as forsaking food. Known as the fasting mimicking diet (FMD), the diet is designed, as the name implies, to mimic the effects of water fasting by targeting blood glucose, ketone levels and other biomarkers. While traditional fasting is characterized by the utter … Read more
Ali Larter is getting real about what it takes to stay in shape. During a recent interview with People magazine, the 49-year-old actress spoke about how she stays in shape for her role in “Landman.” “I’ll tell you what. I work really hard, OK? I’m not pretending that I don’t,” she said. “I’m up at 4:30 [a.m.] … Read more
You butter believe this plan would be popular with carnivores and MAHA acolytes. Foods like red meat, butter, cheese and cream have long been vilified because they are high in saturated fat, which is widely believed to raise cholesterol and cause heart disease. Now, it may be time to break out the steak knives. Health … Read more
Whey too much! We know that protein is good for us — it increases fullness, reduces appetite and builds muscle — but does it really need to be packed into every single thing we eat, including junk food? Starbucks recently launched a new menu of protein-boosted beverages, while the makers of Pop-Tarts and Doritos just … Read more
There’s been lots of talk lately of what babies should — and shouldn’t — consume early in life. Now, here’s another suggestion. A new study proposes that infants weaned off breastfeeding should eat a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet to protect themselves from psychological and developmental conditions that may arise from stress in the womb. “We discovered … Read more
Maybe sugar substitutes aren’t such a Splenda-did idea. An eye-opening new study links artificially sweetened beverages to an increased risk of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), the most common liver disease in the US. Surprisingly, these supposed guilt-free guzzlers carried a higher risk than sugary soda. “Our study shows that [low- or non-sugar-sweetened beverages] … Read more
A fan-favorite Diet Coke flavor is back in the lime-light. The rumors are true — Diet Coke is bringing back one of its most beloved flavors, Retro Diet Coke Lime, this fall. Diet Coke Lime, known for its crisp, zesty lime twist, will hit shelves nationwide Oct. 6, both in cans and 20-ounce bottles, for … Read more
Here’s some food for thought. The brain requires a steady supply of nutrients, antioxidants and healthy fats to perform well. Foods like fatty fish, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and seeds have been shown to support brain structure, function and memory. On the flip side, constant consumption of high-fat junk food can harm the brain’s … Read more
While we continue to be a nation at war with weight, not all diet advice gives us a competitive edge. In fact, one common hack dished up by dietitians and wellness experts may do more harm than good, and may even contribute to weight gain. A leading weight loss expert told The Post that you … Read more
Can beans, corn and a sunset add years to your life? In this Costa Rican hotspot, the answer might be yes. Locals in the Nicoya Peninsula — one of the planet’s five original Blue Zones — regularly outlive the average American by a decade, fueled by generations-old dishes made from whole, natural ingredients. Now, as … Read more
Whey overdone? Protein is a vital macronutrient made of long chains of amino acids, the building blocks of every cell in the body. It plays a key role in nearly all bodily structures and functions, including the growth and repair of muscles, bones, skin and hair. The Recommended Dietary Allowance is 0.8 grams of protein per … Read more
Your favorite diet soda could have a detrimental effect on your cognitive health, a new study suggests. In a Brazilian study published in the journal Neurology, participants who consumed the highest amount of artificial sweeteners were found to have “significantly faster declines” in thinking and memory skills. Researchers determined that the highest-consuming group lost about 1.6 years in … Read more
Eating a Mediterranean diet — including lots of produce, whole grains and healthy fats — while also adding a few healthy lifestyle behaviors, could lower your diabetes risk by almost a third. That’s according to research published Aug. 25 in Annals of Internal Medicine, which found that following a Mediterranean-style diet along with calorie control, … Read more
Forget the Mediterranean — the land of snow and salmon is serving up a fresh way to eat that gives your heart a healthy boost. A growing body of research suggests the Nordic diet can help trim your waist, tame your cholesterol levels and keep your blood pressure in check. That could be a game-changer … Read more