My son, 3, drank a slushy and fell unconscious for 2 hours — I thought he was going to die

My son, 3, drank a slushy and fell unconscious for 2 hours — I thought he was going to die

The sweet treat wreaked rotten havoc.  Victoria Anderson was thunderstruck with fear when her 3-year-old son became “intoxicated” and collapsed in a state of unconsciousness after gulping down a raspberry-flavored frosty drink.  And now, the rattled mother of five is issuing a warning to parents worldwide about the deadly dangers of slushies.  “Angus had never … Read more

Are baked chips really healthier than fried? New analysis may surprise you

Are baked chips really healthier than fried? New analysis may surprise you

It’s crunch time. A Missouri registered dietitian has examined the differences between baked and fried chips — and her findings are likely to shock you. Gaby McPherson analyzed the nutrition content of a “typical single-serving bag” of both offerings to determine whether the lower-fat alternatives are actually healthier. She published her results Monday on the … Read more

What is ‘rat snacking’?: Indulgent diners dig deep for the perfect bite

What is ‘rat snacking’?: Indulgent diners dig deep for the perfect bite

For when you need food in a scurry. The latest food trend to take over TikTok is “rat snacking” — eating small and random snacks with sometimes odd combinations as a guilty pleasure. As opposed to the appetizer course-inspired girl dinner — which looks like putting a plate together of some leftover slices of deli … Read more

Exercise ‘snacks’ can have a life-changing impact — and you only need 20 seconds

Exercise ‘snacks’ can have a life-changing impact — and you only need 20 seconds

Everyone loves a snack, but this one could come with some health benefits. It turns out daily so-called “exercise snacks” — about a minute or two of physical activity — can make a difference in your health. Adding exercise into your regular routine can be difficult, especially when it’s not already part of your day … Read more

We’re all snacking too much — but there’s an easy way to prevent overindulging in extra calories

We’re all snacking too much — but there’s an easy way to prevent overindulging in extra calories

For snackaholics, cutting out the extra noshing between meals isn’t the cakewalk it seems. A recent study found that American adults eat up to a meal’s worth of calories per day in snacks alone, which don’t offer much nutritional value. Study author Christopher Taylor, a professor of medical dietetics at Ohio State University’s School of Health and … Read more

Here’s what age people hit when they are in their ‘moderation era’

Here’s what age people hit when they are in their ‘moderation era’

People hit their “moderation era” at 29 years old, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 American wine drinkers, aged 21+ revealed that 86% agree that their alcohol intake is all about moderation. Beyond that, food and snacks (70%), shopping (65%), and socializing (49%) were some of the most important areas in life to … Read more

Mom shares epic weight loss transformation by kicking one bad habit

Mom shares epic weight loss transformation by kicking one bad habit

A Perth mom has unveiled her epic weight loss transformation after kicking one bad habit. Just one year ago, Jodie Marah reached her heaviest weight of 176 pounds, wearing size 16 clothes for the first time in her life. With her petite 5-foot-3 frame, this propelled her into the ‘obese’ category on the BMI scale, … Read more

Are you eating Pringles wrong? Here’s how to maximize flavor in each bite

Are you eating Pringles wrong? Here’s how to maximize flavor in each bite

So, you thought you knew how to eat Pringles. The average person might pop open a canister of the salty snack and place the concave side of the chip — which faces the bottom of the container — on their tongue, but they’d be foregoing flavor for ease of consumption. “Did you know that there’s a correct … Read more

Limited-edition Doritos with ‘divisive’ flavor being sold online for nearly $400

Limited-edition Doritos with ‘divisive’ flavor being sold online for nearly 0

A divisive bag of chips that only had 500 packets created is being sold online for a whopping $370. Doritos released a coriander-flavoured packet of crisps that were solely created for a giveaway rather than to be sold in stores. The chip brand’s move was met with scepticism and confusion on Instagram, where fans accused … Read more

5 brain-boosting snacks that are perfect for the workplace

5 brain-boosting snacks that are perfect for the workplace

Morning and after-lunch snacks are important at work because they keep your concentration going during the workday. “To keep your brain sharp during the workday, it’s important to choose snacks that provide a balance of nutrients, including complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, and protein,” Sarah Heckler, MS, RD, a dietitian with Anne Till Nutrition Group in Raleigh, North Carolina, … Read more

Myth busted: Doctor reveals what really happens if you swallow gum

Myth busted: Doctor reveals what really happens if you swallow gum

He’s a real gumshoe. A doctor is setting the record straight once and for all about an “old wives’ tale” that says that if you swallow a piece of gum, it stays stuck in your stomach for seven years. “I’ve no idea where the myth came from — I can only imagine that it was … Read more

How you eat 800 extra calories working from home — and what to do about it

How you eat 800 extra calories working from home — and what to do about it

This might be tough to swallow: Your chronic work-from-home snacking could be behind your expanding waistline. A new survey from the diet tracking app MyFitnessPal found that excessive snacking while working at home amounted to an extra 800 calories and 3,500 fewer steps per day on average. With the fridge just steps away from your … Read more

1 in 4 individuals who devour wholesome meals blow it on snacks, observe says.

1 in 4 individuals who devour wholesome meals blow it on snacks, observe says.

(Image Credit: https://pixabay.com) “considering 95% folks snack, and that almost 1 / 4 of our energy come from snacks, swapping bad snacks which includes cookies, crisps and cakes to wholesome snacks like fruit and nuts is a genuinely easy way to enhance your fitness,” stated senior author Sarah berry, a researcher at king’s university London, … Read more

Oreo Red Velvet is back — fans rejoice over return of ‘most requested’ flavor

Oreo Red Velvet is back — fans rejoice over return of ‘most requested’ flavor

Oreo fans are seeing red — and that’s a good thing. After a three-year hiatus, the iconic cookie brand is bringing the red velvet flavor back — the “most requested” of Oreo’s limited edition treats, according to People. The sweet sandwich will be available beginning Sept. 12 for a limited time only. The flavor remains … Read more

Parents warned not to give these snacks to young children due to ‘overlooked’ choking hazard

Parents warned not to give these snacks to young children due to ‘overlooked’ choking hazard

Two of the most popular snack foods for toddlers could pose major health risks to young children, with experts warning parents to steer clear of the treats Kidsafe SA chief executive Holly Fitzgerald issued the dire warning for traditional-sized marshmallows and popcorn, noting they were “often overlooked” as a choking hazard for children under 5. … 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

My son nearly died eating this popular snack — don’t make this fatal mistake

My son nearly died eating this popular snack — don’t make this fatal mistake

A 15-month-old was rushed to the hospital and nearly died after indulging in a popular Disneyland snack, his horrified mother has revealed. Now, the mom-of-two, Lakynn Dockers, is urging parents to never make the same mistake. Dockers, then 27, took a dream trip to Magic Kingdom in 2021 with her son, Briar, who demanded some … Read more

My son prepared a popular snack — now he has 2nd-degree burns on his legs

My son prepared a popular snack — now he has 2nd-degree burns on his legs

She wants folks to use their noodles before allowing kids to chow down on this classic meal.  A teary-eyed mother of three is cautioning parents about the perils of unchaperoned snacking after her son was left with second-degree burns to his legs and groin while handling a piping-hot dish.  And now, the boy has been fitted with … Read more

Dairy Queen is getting rid of its cherry-dipped cone – just in time for summer

Dairy Queen is getting rid of its cherry-dipped cone – just in time for summer

There will be no more cherry on top – literally. Dairy Queen is discontinuing its famous cherry-dipped ice cream cone for now, right as we’re approaching summer – and some fans are devastated. “While it’s great to see our fans’ love for the Cherry Dipped Cone, we are always innovating our menus to showcase new … Read more