Thank you, cheese-us. Multiple studies have found that consuming ultra-processed foods like chips, ice cream and pizza can increase the risk of multiple health conditions like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, depression and other chronic diseases. But now when you reach for the unholy (and unhealthy) trinity of fat, salt and sugar, you might just … Read more
It’s a hot dog. It’s a sandwich. It’s a…SubDog. But some suggest the sausage looks more like a real-life submarine, asking, “Why is it gray?” Subway Canada is hoping its new SubDog — a nearly half-pound all-beef hot dog served on the chain’s signature bread and loaded with customizable toppings — will settle the age-old … Read more
Americans will eat meals in their car three times a week – despite the risk of stained seats and greasy steering wheels. A poll of 2,000 adults found Georgians eat the highest percentage of drive-through dinners, gridlock-lunches, and bumper-to-bumper breakfasts. New Yorkers came in second place for the most popular ‘drive and bite’ states, followed … Read more
No disrespect to Serendipity — I only had its cinnamon fun sundae 100 times growing up in NYC — but now that I’m a parent myself, I’m hoping to introduce my son to broader culinary horizons that still bring the joy of that foot-long hot dog chased with a funhouse mirror level magic. Ahead, nine restaurants … Read more
His Royal Highness has entered the chat. Burger King President, Tom Curtis, has issued a ruling on his favorite — and least favorite — menu item. The burger master dished with The Post and left no crumbs. Curtis became the chain’s president of both the US and Canada back in October 2021. Before getting crowned, … Read more
They’re one of the most demonized food groups in America. For decades, carbohydrates have been blamed for everything from expanding waistlines and diabetes to heart disease and digestive problems. But according to Dave Asprey, the founder of the biohacking movement, carbs shouldn’t be public enemy No. 1. In fact, the longevity enthusiast eats plenty of … Read more
Raising Cane’s owner and founder Todd Graves recently admitted he doesn’t like the coleslaw served at his own chicken-finger chain. Graves made the revelation in an Instagram interview in which content creator Joe Bonham asked him his Cane’s order. “Box Combo, no slaw, extra toast and extra sauce,” the CEO replied. “You don’t do any coleslaw?” Bonham asked. … Read more
Every year, an estimated 1 million Americans die from food-related chronic illness. Poor diet can prove fatal — meanwhile, the benefits of a good diet are there for the taking. If we know what we’re doing. When it comes to what we should be putting on our plates, though, it’s not always obvious. With social media … Read more
Gourd news for parents trying to raise healthy eaters! It turns out that the battle to get kids to eat their veggies starts much earlier than you might think — like in the womb — so mothers have a chance to influence tastes long before the “ewwws” and eyerolls begin. New research out of the … Read more
This breakfast will break you. Hundreds have tried, but fewer than 50 succeeded in scarfing down an epic stack of deep-dish pizza-sized pancakes at Nappi’s Nook in Nesconset as one of Long Island’s most popular – and deceptively difficult – eating challenges making rounds on social media. “Everybody comes in, ‘oh that’s easy, I could … Read more
There’s just no eggs-cuse for this. Frequent travelers, those with exacting tastes, are freaking out over the “sick” way hotel chefs prepare scrambled eggs for complimentary continental breakfast buffets. The chow may be free, but foodies are paying for it in disgust. Emmert, a hotel kitchen worker, virally revealed the revolting way she prepares scrambled eggs for … Read more
It’s well-known that ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) are not good for overall health — but new research has uncovered further evidence that this diet could negatively impact the brain. The study, published in the journal Alzheimer’s and Dementia by the Alzheimer’s Association, revealed that UPFs are linked to more than 30 adverse health outcomes, including several dementia risk … Read more
Pasta lovers, rejoice! Despite years of being pushed to the sidelines by trendy low-carb diets, experts say pasta can still have a starring role on your day-to-day menu. “Pasta can definitely be part of a healthy diet,” Stephanie Schiff, a registered dietitian nutritionist at Northwell Huntington Hospital, told The Post. “You can eat it every … Read more
You are what you eat — and for those with pica, that can be downright dangerous. Perhaps most famously seen on TLC’s reality show “My Strange Addiction,” the eating disorder drives people to consume things you’d never find on a menu. And no, we’re not talking about the time your toddler snuck a bite of … Read more
It’s all ears — and chocolate. Just in time for Easter, Costco is selling a 10-pound Giant Chocolate Bunny, and you’ll need a hammer to eat it. The edible bunny is listed on Costco.com at a range of prices depending on local market conditions, with reports as low as $57, while some in-store shoppers have … Read more
In Las Vegas, where high rollers chase five-star meals and buffet lines are practically a sport, it turns out the real VIP diners are the sharks. At Mandalay Bay Resort, the big fish are fed a mix of mackerel, herring, blue runner, and sardines, according to The Associated Press (AP). The casino’s lead aquarist, Becky O’Brien, told the … Read more
Feed your phase. Lasting 12-16 days, the luteal phase — the second phase in the menstrual cycle — begins after ovulation and ends with menstruation. It corresponds to a peak in hormonal fluctuations — and for many women, a whole lot of uncomfortable symptoms, from mood changes to bloating to breakouts. But one gut health … Read more
It’s just plane gross. Flying the friendly — or, more aptly, the filthy — skies is a germaphobe’s worst nightmare, cautions a veteran flight attendant who’s revealing the most unsanitary, dirty and “diabolical” disasters she’s seen at 35,000 feet. “I’m going to tell you all the nastiest things I’ve ever seen on a plane,” Charity Moore, an … Read more
Fast, no longer cheap, and out of control. Every American knows the cost of a quick burger and fries has skyrocketed in recent years — depending on where you live, your next Whopper could run you a whopping 38% percent more than it did in 2020, according to the latest Consumer Price Index Report. Sure, … Read more
Older adults who avoid meat in their golden years may be less likely to reach age 100 than their meat-eating counterparts, new research suggests. Researchers tracked more than 5,000 adults aged 80 or older who were enrolled in the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey. Between 1998 and 2018, data showed that those who did not eat meat … Read more