I tried the 75 Hard challenge and was hospitalized for water poisoning

I tried the 75 Hard challenge and was hospitalized for water poisoning

She went too hard. Michelle Fairburn began the 75 Hard challenge nearly two weeks ago. She followed the rigid guidelines — which includes following a strict diet with no alcohol nor cheat meals, participating in two workouts per day and consuming a gallon of water daily for 75 days — but it landed her in … Read more

Plant-based milks are not nutritionally equal to cow’s milk: study

Plant-based milks are not nutritionally equal to cow’s milk: study

Got milk? Well, what kind? Cow’s milk consumption in America has drastically declined in recent years as people increasingly turn to soy, oat, almond or the long list of alternatives to splash in their morning coffee or mix in their vegan mac and cheese. But as consumers shy away from cow’s milk for health, sustainability … Read more

I lost 70 lbs in 7 months eating cookies and chips — never working out

I lost 70 lbs in 7 months eating cookies and chips — never working out

She downed cookies, chips and ice cream — and now she’s down 70 pounds.  A Maryland mother of one — who tipped the scales at 200 pounds in late 2022 — has shrunk to a svelte 125 pounds by modifying her diet to include tasty, yet calorie- and carb-smart treats from a nationwide grocer.  And … Read more

‘DNA diet’ discovery paves the way for ‘personalized’ weight loss menu

‘DNA diet’ discovery paves the way for ‘personalized’ weight loss menu

The discovery of hundreds of genes that directly influence what we choose to eat paves the way for personalized healthy diet plans, say scientists. They believe new insights into the genetic basis for food preferences could help improve nutrition on an individual basis. In one of the first large-scale studies of genes related to diet, … Read more

We tried 3 machines to find the best juicers of 2023: Our review

We tried 3 machines to find the best juicers of 2023: Our review

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. The New York Post found the three best juicer machines that are the main squeeze. All citrus jokes aside, a quality juicer is a no-brainer for your kitchen, especially if you enjoy the convenience it brings to making … Read more

Why algae might be the food of the future — especially for vegans

Why algae might be the food of the future — especially for vegans

This takes “green living” to a whole new level. Researchers have found that microalgae — the gooey, green stuff that forms pond scum during the summer months — is good enough to eat. Experts have known for years that certain types of algae are excellent sources of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Kelp, a seaweed, … Read more

Most kale contains ‘disturbing’ levels of ‘forever chemicals’: report

Most kale contains ‘disturbing’ levels of ‘forever chemicals’: report

Haters of kale, rejoice! A new survey of kale samples taken from several US grocery stores found that seven out of eight samples had “disturbing” levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Ironically, kale was chosen as a test subject because scientists wanted to look at a vegetable that has a reputation for being healthy. … Read more

Diet Coke sweetener Aspartame is ‘possible carcinogen’: leaked report

Diet Coke sweetener Aspartame is ‘possible carcinogen’: leaked report

The artificial sweetener aspartame might soon be declared a “possible carcinogen,” or cancer-causing agent, according to a leaked report from the World Health Organization. Aspartame is used in Diet Coke, Coke Zero, chewing gum, diet Snapple, breakfast cereals, ice cream and many other common food and drinks. It’s also sold as NutraSweet, Equal and Sugar … Read more

How NASA recycles astronaut sweat and pee — for drinking water

How NASA recycles astronaut sweat and pee — for drinking water

That’s one giant leak for mankind. The good folks at NASA have invented a system in which both astronaut urine and sweat are made into safe drinking water while up and away in the final frontier of space. “The team acknowledges that the idea of drinking recycled urine might make some people squeamish,” according to … Read more

Intermittent fasting is no better than counting calories, study confirms

Intermittent fasting is no better than counting calories, study confirms

Restriction is a losing game. Turns out that restricting the time frame in which you eat is no better than restricting calories when it comes to losing weight. A new study published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine found that those who participated in intermittent fasting and ate all of their calories within an … Read more

Why you may not have to track calories daily to lose weight

Why you may not have to track calories daily to lose weight

Tracking calories has been a proven way to lose weight, but a new study has found it may actually be unnecessary for dropping pounds. A new study — conducted by weight loss company WW, formally known as Weight Watchers with researchers from the University of Connecticut, the University of Florida and the University of Pennsylvania … Read more

Drink and eat these surprising foods to fend off memory loss: new research

Drink and eat these surprising foods to fend off memory loss: new research

Forgetting something? Can’t recall the actor’s name — you know, the one from that movie? Maybe you need more red wine and cherries in your diet, a new study suggests. Researchers have found that people whose diets were poor in flavanols — a substance found in certain foods — had better memories after three years … Read more

Most avocado oil is rancid or impure, experts warn

Most avocado oil is rancid or impure, experts warn

Avocado oil — often hyped as a light, heart-healthy oil — usually has a dark, greasy background. A study from the University of California, Davis, found that a whopping 69% of avocado oils sold by retailers had impurities such as other, cheaper oils mixed in. Additionally, many of the tested avocado oil samples had high … Read more

Looking at food photos online may help curb overeating: study

Looking at food photos online may help curb overeating: study

All day, every day, we are bombarded with images promoting food of every type: television commercials for pizza, online ads for cheeseburgers, billboards for fried chicken, ad nauseam. But new research shows these images — if viewed often enough — actually satisfy our cravings and diminish our desire to eat. This discovery may come as … Read more

Cryotherapy puts obesity on ice: new weight-loss study

Cryotherapy puts obesity on ice: new weight-loss study

An unusual weight-loss treatment gives obesity and high cholesterol the cold shoulder, according to a new study. Cryotherapy, which involves standing in a freezing-cold chamber for a few minutes to super-cool the body, has been shown to lower cholesterol and blood glucose levels while also reducing waistline measurements. “Our results indicate that whole body cryostimulation … Read more

NYC woman sues maker of PediaSure nutrition drinks believing they’d make grandson, 8, taller

NYC woman sues maker of PediaSure nutrition drinks believing they’d make grandson, 8, taller

A New York City woman sued Abbott Laboratories on Monday, accusing the healthcare company of misleading consumers into believing its PediaSure nutrition drinks were “clinically proven” to increase children’s height. In a proposed class action filed in Manhattan federal court, Joanne Noriega said she bought PediaSure Grow & Gain vanilla and strawberry drinks for her eight-year-old … Read more

CBS segment highlights how adding bugs to the food system ‘could be a game-changer’ to fight climate change

CBS segment highlights how adding bugs to the food system ‘could be a game-changer’ to fight climate change

“CBS Saturday Morning” featured a segment suggesting adding insects into a diet could provide benefits for a growing world affected by climate change. To counter meat, soybean-derived proteins, or other high-carbon foods, the segment described efforts by climate experts and scientists to explore farming bugs to protect the planet.  “We all know how important insects are … Read more

Influencer roasted for sharing what she ate at ‘healthy’ wedding: ‘Insane’

Influencer roasted for sharing what she ate at ‘healthy’ wedding: ‘Insane’

Their love is sweet — their wedding was not. A gluten- and dairy-free bride is being roasted online for sharing what she ate on her wedding day — down to the anti-bloat pills that adorned each table at the celebration. Sam Cutler, the creator of The Fit Fatale community, began her day with two green … Read more

Eating this many fruits and veggies is as good 4,000 steps a day: study

Eating this many fruits and veggies is as good 4,000 steps a day: study

An apple a day keeps the doctor away — and a few more could keep the treadmill away, too. Eating five pieces of fruits and vegetables every day can be as beneficial to your physical fitness as taking 4,000 steps, according to a new study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology. “This study … Read more