Citric acid attack? We’re guessing this fruit won’t keep the doctor away. A UK tourist sustained third-degree burns across his face after biting into an exotic fruit in Mexico. “I could not believe the pain just from biting into one case,” Thomas Harold Watson, 28, told Southwest News Service of the strange fruit experience, which … Read more
Looking for a boost? These foods and lifestyle practices could be the key to keeping you healthy throughout the summer travel season. For starters, a diet that’s high in fresh fruits and veggies, and low in minimally processed foods will help keep sniffles and colds at bay year round, says registered dietitian and TODAY contributor, … Read more
The proof is in the pudding. Megan Roup, a former Brooklyn Nets dancer who trains Dakota Johnson, Karlie Kloss, and other stars, is revealing her three favorite energy-boosting pre-workout snacks — chia pudding, carrots and hummus, and peanut butter and jelly. “I love an afternoon snack of chia pudding made with chia seeds, almond milk … Read more
They’re spiking their drink. Coffee has become the latest canvas for including seemingly incongruous ingredients like butter, olive oil and even meat, like Starbucks’ notorious pork latte in Shanghai. As the espresso splicing trend percolates, East Village fruit-centric coffee shop Not as Bitter has concocted possibly the wildest rocket-fuel hybrid to date: the durian latte. … Read more
They like these fruits berry much. Fruits — and vegetables! — are rich in vitamins and antioxidants that can reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease, the leading cause of death in the US. The American Heart Association recommends consuming 4½ cups of fruit every day. Fruits “provide cardiovascular benefits such as a reduction … Read more
You may have heard this through the grapevine — grapefruit is healthy but not for everyone. Grapefruit, a citrus fruit, is packed with antioxidants, potassium and fiber, registered dietician Erin Palinsky-Wade, a registered dietitian and author of the “2-Day Diabetes Diet,” told USA Today. “The combination of nutrients found in grapefruit, as well as the … Read more
This is red-iculous. Introducing the Rubyglow pineapple: an appealingly pinkish-red hybrid fruit developed by Fresh Del Monte with a staggering $400 price tag. “Named for the ruby and its rich red color, scarce supply and association with luxury, this exceptional fruit offers a special experience to those who appreciate uniqueness,” the Fresh Del Monte website … Read more
These nutrition experts have a T-bone to pick with four kinds of foods — and one type of beverage — they say can lead to cancer. Studies have shown that a person’s diet can affect their chances of developing several types of cancer, with experts promoting the consumption of whole grains, vegetables, fruit, and beans to lower the risk. … Read more
This bitter be good. Curious foodies of TikTok are now eating lemons whole — rind and all. The trend started thanks to one user’s discovery of snackable lemons by an Italian company called Lemon Snack. People on TikTok are now eating lemons whole — rind and all — as a snack. TikTok/@lalaleluu The company grows … Read more
A Florida doctor who specializes in stroke rehabilitation is sharing five ways women can lower their risk of having a stroke — the brain attack is the fifth-leading cause of death for American women. A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel bursts and leaks blood into the brain. … Read more
Well, this is guac-ward. Eating a small amount of avocado every day may lower a woman’s risk for Type 2 diabetes — but not for men who consume the green, creamy fruit, new research has found. “There are several potential mechanisms to explain the observed association between avocado consumption and diabetes prevalence in this study,” … Read more
A new study has discovered that having fizzy drinks such as cola before the age of two can cause weight gain in your twenties, while kids who drink fruit juice tend to have healthier diets in the future. The Swansea University research followed 14,000 British children from birth to adulthood and is believed to be … Read more
These tricks work in a pinch. If you’ve ever sat at your desk and suddenly realized that your shoulders are hunched up by your ears — you’re not alone. Stress and tension can manifest in ways that are way more physical than you might think, NY-Presbyterian Health Matters reports. “Many people don’t realize how damaging … Read more
She’s berry fond of these staples. Women’s weight loss coach Jenna Rizzo is revealing the three types of foods she always keeps stocked in her Georgia home — batch-cooked proteins, fermented fare, and fruits. “One thing about me is I like to eat, so having these foods on deck keeps me satiated throughout the day, and [they … Read more
She has a bone to pick with these products. Nutritionist Claire Sorlie is spilling the tea on the two “health foods” she believes are overrated — collagen powders and probiotic supplements — and four she finds underrated — bone broth, raspberries, sauerkraut, and Sleepytime tea. “Items your grocery list does & doesn’t need!” Sorlie captioned … Read more
She raised the bar for herself. A 50-year-old UK woman says she lost 140 pounds by ditching her nightly bottle of white wine — she had packed on much of the weight after a septic shock scare. Jo Hurley, a quality assurance officer from Harlow, England, saw a doctor in 2018 after struggling with heavy … Read more
What goes through the lips helps the face lift, according to a beauty expert. Star Khechara, 48, the creator of The Facelift Diet and author of the Holistic Beauty Book, said those who want to look young can skip cosmetic products and go right for a diet that’s rich in fruit. She’s never gotten Botox … Read more
The latest controversy lining grocery shelves? Apple juice. A user on X (formerly Twitter) posted a thread Monday about “applejuiceification and the illusion of choice,” showcasing how many of the juice options at grocery stores are actually mainly apple juice, despite what the label says. For example, @echetus shared that the Innocent band pink dragonfruit … Read more
This one’s pure filth. The 2024 “Dirty Dozen” list was released this week — this year’s edition of the annual roundup of the 12 fruits and vegetables packing the most pesticides names and shames everyday faves likes spinach, blueberries, apples and strawberries. According to the Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit advocating for a cleaner food supply, … Read more
You’ve gut to be kidding. As America cruises toward peak probiotic — oh look, another $4 can of soda on supermarket shelves! — one sensible expert is asking, are we going overboard in the quest to feed our good bacteria? Dr Emily Leeming, scientist and dietitian, dropped the tummy time bomb in a recent edition of her … Read more