2 foods could be fueling cancer epidemic in young people: docs

2 foods could be fueling cancer epidemic in young people: docs

Oncologists have been sounding the alarm about a shocking uptick in cancer diagnoses among young adults, with some pointing the finger at junk food and processed meat. “We advise that people eat less overly processed, high in saturated fat, sugar and salt food,” Matthew Lambert, nutritionist and health information and promotion manager at the World Cancer Research … Read more

Want to prevent diabetes? Stop eating so much of this one food, Harvard experts say

Want to prevent diabetes? Stop eating so much of this one food, Harvard experts say

Burger lovers may flip out over this news. A new Harvard study establishes a “significant” link between a key component in red meat and an increased risk of Type 2 diabetes. Iron is essential for making red blood cells, supporting our immune system and producing hormones. We get it through our diet in two forms: … Read more

Americans scared of listeria can shop for meat from local farms

Americans scared of listeria can shop for meat from local farms

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. The listeria hysteria is far from over, but many Americans have already boycotted supermarket meat. They’re going straight to their local farms, instead. Earlier this week, hundreds of New York City-area supermarkets pulled meat off their shelves. The … Read more

What is listeria? All about the deadly outbreak linked to deli meat

What is listeria? All about the deadly outbreak linked to deli meat

A listeria outbreak tied to deli meats has sickened nearly three dozen people, killing two, officials said. Meanwhile, several varieties of bagged and bulk vegetables have been recalled over listeria concerns. Last week, the US Department of Agriculture announced a nationwide recall of over 200,000 pounds of Boar’s Head deli meats following deaths in Illinois and … Read more

Boar’s Head deli meats recalled after announcement of listeria outbreak probe

Boar’s Head deli meats recalled after announcement of listeria outbreak probe

NEW YORK — U.S. health officials Friday announced a recall of some Boar’s Head liverwurst and other deli meats as they investigate a listeria outbreak that has sickened nearly three dozen people and caused two deaths. Boar’s Head Provisions Co. recalled its liverwurst because it may be tainted with the listeria bacteria, the U.S. Agriculture Department said. The company … Read more

Brides are burying raw sausages in the ground before saying ‘I do’ — here’s the bizarre reason why

Brides are burying raw sausages in the ground before saying ‘I do’ — here’s the bizarre reason why

They’re hoping for the best, but preparing for the wurst.  A long, spherical hunk of meat isn’t necessarily on a bride-to-be’s mind the night before her nuptials.  But these superstitious soon-to-weds depend on a weirdly specific piece of protein to produce the picture-perfect atmosphere on their big days.  Meg, a wedding content creator, went viral after … Read more

Why subs and heros are called ‘hoagies’ in Philadelphia — and the bizarre history behind the name

Why subs and heros are called ‘hoagies’ in Philadelphia — and the bizarre history behind the name

Who came up with this jawn? In Philadelphia and environs, sandwiches have been given an iconic name reserved mostly for metro-area munchers: the hoagie. Residents of the City of Brotherly Love have coined one of America’s most famed regional cold cut sando synonyms — all apologies to the various homes of the grinder, the hero, the … Read more

Dave Portnoy thought he was ‘dead meat’ in harrowing boat scare

Dave Portnoy thought he was ‘dead meat’ in harrowing boat scare

As Dave Portnoy realized his boat no longer remained tethered to a buoy, leaving him at the sea’s mercy with a dead boat, the brutal reality of the situation set in. “I knew I was dead meat right then,” Portnoy told NBC Boston on Tuesday of his recent boating scare. “The current was strong. It … Read more

Man refuses to give up meat or alcohol for temporary houseguest at his home: ‘Say what now?’

Man refuses to give up meat or alcohol for temporary houseguest at his home: ‘Say what now?’

A family drama among four adults currently living under the same roof has drawn thousands of reactions over the past few days. Writing on the Reddit page known as AITA (“Am I the a–hole?”), a husband and father shared that his stepson, “Ben,” who is 20, is living with the family “right now during summer break from … Read more

40% of cancer cases linked to bad behavior — here are the major culprits

40% of cancer cases linked to bad behavior — here are the major culprits

Well, this is a drag. Smoking is to blame for 20% of US cancer cases and nearly 30% of cancer deaths, the American Cancer Society (ACS) warns in new research. In fact, the organization insists that four in 10 cancer cases and nearly half of cancer deaths in American adults 30 and older may have been … Read more

Are hot dogs good for you — and which brands are the healthiest?

Are hot dogs good for you — and which brands are the healthiest?

It’s hot dog season — not to mention time for the 2024 Nathan’s eating contest — and footlong fans might be wondering which brand is the healthiest, if any. While no one is likely seeking out hot dogs for wellness benefits, they’re not wholly bad for you if consumed within reason, according to one expert. … Read more

8 top diets to follow at 40 for good physical, mental health at 70

8 top diets to follow at 40 for good physical, mental health at 70

This is 40 — eating thoughtfully to age gracefully. People who eat nutritiously in their 40s and beyond are 43% to 84% more likely to be in good physical and mental health at 70 compared to those who do not, new research finds. People who eat nutritiously in their 40s and beyond are 43% to … Read more

I’m a personal trainer — here are 3 simple ways to stay strong as you age

I’m a personal trainer — here are 3 simple ways to stay strong as you age

Want to age better? You better step on it! To build strength for long-term health, celebrity nutritionist and certified personal trainer JJ Virgin advises simulating your daily activities in the gym, performing workouts that engage fast-twitch muscles and prioritizing protein in your diet. She shared these tips on Sunday’s hourlong episode of “The mindbodygreen Podcast.” … Read more

What’s really in a hot dog? A look at the nutritional content of Impossible versus Nathan’s franks

What’s really in a hot dog? A look at the nutritional content of Impossible versus Nathan’s franks

Major beef is brewing over fake beef. As The Post exclusively reported this week, competitive eating champion Joey Chestnut won’t be gulping down scores of hot dogs at the venerable Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4 because of his new partnership with Impossible Foods. “To set the record straight, I do not have a contract with … Read more

I’m an ER doctor — don’t bring these 5 foods to the beach

I’m an ER doctor — don’t bring these 5 foods to the beach

He’s not so shore about your holiday menu. An emergency room doctor is sharing the five foods he would never bring to the beach for fear of food poisoning — cold cuts, fresh salads, anything with mayo, raw meat, and pre-cut fruits. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates 48 million people get sick … Read more

I’m a dietitian — some processed foods are healthy for you

I’m a dietitian — some processed foods are healthy for you

This may be hard to process. Some processed foods aren’t that bad for you, according to a dietitian.  Various studies have come out saying that ultra-processed foods, like processed red meat and sodas, can shorten your life, increase your risk of getting different types of cancer and cause 32 different health conditions.  However, some processed … Read more

These diets are best for lowering risk of diseases and cancer: study

These diets are best for lowering risk of diseases and cancer: study

Turns out, vegan and vegetarian diets are un-beet-able when it comes to lowering the risk of cardiovascular diseases and cancer, new research has found. Dr. Angelo Capodici, of the University of Bologna in Italy, and his colleagues reviewed 48 papers published between January 2000 and June 2023 that investigated the link between plant-based diets, cardiovascular … Read more

I go to the butcher for facemask ingredients — and my skin glows

I go to the butcher for facemask ingredients — and my skin glows

Don’t butcher your self-care routine — visit the butcher instead. A Redditor who goes by Realex3 shared her advice for a DIY face mask she says gives her glowing skin.  Their secret? Animal fat from the butcher can be made into something called beef tallow. Tallow is beef fat that is cooked to remove impurities, … Read more

Nutrition experts reveal 4 foods to avoid to lower your cancer risk

Nutrition experts reveal 4 foods to avoid to lower your cancer risk

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

Times Square’s giant hot dog is apparently a meat manifesto about toxic masculinity

Times Square’s giant hot dog is apparently a meat manifesto about toxic masculinity

One of the gravest mistakes a person can make is overthinking a hot dog. Just accept that the frankfurter, which has been sitting all day in cloudy water, is delicious, slather it in mustard and don’t ask too many questions. But blissful ignorance is not the mindset of the Brooklyn-based artists behind the new 65-foot, … Read more