Soup’s off the menu — literally. A soup sold at Whole Foods stores across more than a dozen states has been recalled after federal officials discovered it may contain an unexpected (and potentially dangerous) ingredient: shrimp. Kettle Cuisine is recalling 24-ounce cups of Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup after the US Food and Drug … Read more
It’s Saturday night. Nickelodeon’s SNICK is about to start. Your pizza Lunchables have been microwaved, and you popped out the perforated 3D glasses from the box. For dessert, you’re debating between a bright yellow and pink Trix yogurt or Scooby-Doo gummy snacks washed down with Surge soda. And for that moment in time, you don’t … Read more
Here’s something to chew on. Brains require nutrients from a variety of foods like fruits, vegetables, fatty fish, whole grains, nuts and seeds to function properly. Even if you’re consuming these foods regularly, occasionally enjoying a cheat-day treat can still take a toll on the brain. Even if you’re eating a balanced diet, studies show … Read more
Check your pantries — popular snack mixes have been recalled over potential Salmonella contamination. Several varieties of snack mixes from the brands Fisher, Squirrel Brand, Southern Style Nuts and Target’s popular Good & Gather brand have been voluntarily recalled, according to a recall announcement issued by John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. and published by … Read more
Lunch ladies are getting a MAHA makeover. The Food and Drug Administration’s $17 million pilot program aimed at helping schools serve MAHA-approved meals to students is up and running — and already reportedly seeing results. FDA Administrator Marty Makary told The Post that nationwide, up to 70% of children’s diets now come from ultra-processed foods, … Read more
Turns out that guilty pleasure may be a virtuous vice. We tend to categorize food in black-and-white terms — “good” or “bad” for you, “naughty” or “nice.” There are “healthy” staples, like fruits, vegetables and fish that provide essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. A steady diet of these foods can lower the risk of chronic … Read more
How to Be Cultured Menu 1. Greatest onscreen performance? “Marlon Brando in ‘On the Waterfront’ (1954). He’s so calm, and he speaks the way he’d speak in real life, kind of mumbling. Paul Newman, too, in ‘Cool Hand Luke’ (1967). These men were almost father figures for me. I observed them in the absence of … Read more
How to Be Cultured Menu 1. Poem everyone should memorize? “Pablo Neruda’s ‘Ode to the Onion’ (1954). I find his adoration of simple objects appealing. It springs to mind when I’m cooking.” 2. Recipe everyone should know? “Italian ceci, or chickpeas. They should be roasted or fried, so they’re crispy, and garnished with nothing but … Read more
How to Be Cultured Menu 1. Novel that explains the world? “ ‘We’ (1924) by Yevgeny Zamyatin, one of the first to be censored in the Soviet Union. It’s a portrait of the ways technology serves as a tool of autocratic control, a precursor to George Orwell’s ‘Nineteen Eighty-Four’ (1949) and a stunning read.” 2. Relatable … Read more
Walmart is pouring fresh cash into California. The Arkansas mega-chain has set dozen of stores in the Golden State up for major facelifts that promise new food options, expanded product lines and faster shopping perks. The retail giant announced plans to remodel 56 locations statewide in 2026, part of a broader push to modernize stores … Read more
These foods are the heaviest hitters. While GLP-1 drugs have transformed how many people think about weight loss, the pharmaceuticals are still most effective when paired with those old, familiar obesity-busters of yore: diet changes and exercise. Speaking to The Post, Dr. Meena Malhotra — a double board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine … Read more
The items are cool by nature — but are they healthy? The freezer aisle is a stop on many a grocery shopper’s run, whether they’re picking up some frozen veggies or getting a pint of ice cream. While we might think of frozen foods as inherently unhealthy, it turns out the chilling method doesn’t matter … Read more
Every dog has its day, but not at the hot bar, folks. Whole Foods has come under fire after a photo of a shopper holding her dog dangerously close to consumables went viral. The offending image shows a customer casually browsing the buffet counter while holding her small white dog, with said pet’s tail and … Read more
California consumers may soon see a new label on grocery shelves — one designed to highlight foods that are not ultra-processed. Assemblyman Jesse Gabriel introduced the bill behind the proposal on Wednesday, according to a press release shared with Fox News Digital. The legislation, AB 2244, would establish a “California Certified” seal that manufacturers could place on … Read more
Over 3 million pounds of popular Trader Joe’s foods have just joined a sweeping nationwide recall due to glass contamination. Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. started recalling nearly 3.4 million pounds of Trader Joe’s Japanese Style Fried Rice with Edamame, Tofu, and Hijiki Seaweed in early March, reported KTLA. Federal officials raised the alarm after … 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
Call ’em crimes against the food pyramid. The Snack Gods have blessed us with some out-of-this-world fusions lately, dropping mashups like crème brûlée grilled cheese, barbecue-flavored Cheetos and cheeseburger spring rolls. Researchers are now warning that these types of craving crossovers — while oh-so-tantalizing — hook us by blending novelty with comforting nostalgia, a captivating … Read more
You may need to rethink where you’re grabbing your grub. A new analysis by Consumer Reports has determined the most and least expensive U.S. supermarkets, on average, and upscale behemoth Whole Foods Market topped the list of the priciest — with costs nearly 40% higher than what a consumer would pay at big-box retailer Walmart, … Read more
Celebrity chef and Food Network star Guy Fieri has built a career on embracing bold flavors across America, from greasy-spoon classics to under-the-radar regional specialties on “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.” But even the self-proclaimed Mayor of Flavortown has his limits — and some of the dishes Fieri won’t touch are surprisingly common in everyday diets. … Read more
New year, new foods? Hold on a minute. Whether you’re going all in on healthy eating with a new diet or sticking to what you know and love, we often don’t think about food safety. But two foods in particular could mean risky business for your health, according to one food scientist. Food scientist and … Read more