Rodriguez, musician and ‘Searching for Sugar Man’ star, dead at 81

Rodriguez, musician and ‘Searching for Sugar Man’ star, dead at 81

Sixto Diaz Rodriguez, the Detroit, Michigan, singer-songwriter whose unusual rise to fame was documented in the Oscar-winning documentary “Searching for Sugar Man,” has died. He was 81. The musician’s death was confirmed on his website Wednesday. His cause and location of death has not been revealed. “It is with great sadness that we at Sugarman.org … Read more

A sugary drink a day ‘significantly’ raises liver cancer risk: study

A sugary drink a day ‘significantly’ raises liver cancer risk: study

This is soda pressing. Older women who drink just one sugar-sweetened beverage a day have a “significantly higher” risk of developing liver cancer and of dying from chronic liver disease, according to a study published Tuesday in the medical journal JAMA. The research found that postmenopausal women who consumed at least one sweetened soft drink … Read more

McDonald’s employee reveals how iced tea is made: ‘Cans of diabetes’

McDonald’s employee reveals how iced tea is made: ‘Cans of diabetes’

You’re lovin’ it — but is it too good to be true? A McDonald’s employee revealed how the fast food chain’s iced tea is made — and she claims it’s a lot sweeter than most customer’s might think. TikTok user @gia2bad claims she’s letting viewers in on how the beloved drink is really made, leaving … Read more

This state has the biggest sweet tooth, poll finds

This state has the biggest sweet tooth, poll finds

One in six Americans eat dessert every day, according to new research. A survey of 5,000 Americans evenly split 100 per state found that those from Tennessee are most likely to eat dessert every day (25%), followed by those from Colorado, Louisiana and North Carolina (22% each). On average, respondents crave something sweet at 2:30 … Read more

How fructose turns us into fat, hibernating bears: study

How fructose turns us into fat, hibernating bears: study

Sugar, oh, honey, honey! A study published last week in the journal Philosophical Transactions found that fructose intake fuels obesity and conditions such as diabetes and fatty liver disease. The World Health Organization defines being overweight as having a body mass index over 25, while obesity is a BMI over 30 — which more people across … Read more

Kombucha may help control blood sugar in Type 2 diabetics: study

Kombucha may help control blood sugar in Type 2 diabetics: study

A SCOBY may look pretty gross, but new research suggests the bacteria and yeast glob could help Type 2 diabetics lower their blood sugar levels. The study found participants who consumed 8 ounces of kombucha for four weeks saw their blood sugar levels decrease from 164 to 116 milligrams per deciliter. Scientists from Georgetown University, … Read more

Do people look at sugar as a treat or a part of their diet?

Do people look at sugar as a treat or a part of their diet?

Nearly three in four (74%) Americans have a sweet tooth, even though half say they’re worried about how it’s affecting their health. A poll of 2,000 U.S. adults found 41% view sugar as more of a treat or indulgence rather than part of their diet. At the same time, 51% are concerned about potential health … Read more

This is what Aspartame does to your teeth and overall health, according to dental experts

This is what Aspartame does to your teeth and overall health, according to dental experts

Despite the World Health Organization’s recent warning about it, aspartame doesn’t pose a cancer risk, the FDA and industry experts insist — but given that the artificial sweetener is used in many chewing gums and candies, does it pose any risk to the teeth and gums? Chewing gum after meals is beneficial for the teeth because it increases saliva … Read more

NYC influencers dish on best spots to find ‘sugar daddies,’ ‘finance bros’

NYC influencers dish on best spots to find ‘sugar daddies,’ ‘finance bros’

These Big Apple influencers know where men with money wine and dine – and now they’re dishing on the best spots for finding “wealthy bachelors,” “sugar daddies” and “finance bros.” Audrey Jongens and Meg Radice have each visited more than 1,000 NYC restaurants and bars while documenting their adventures on TikTok and Instagram, under the … Read more

Artificial sweeteners not recommended for weight loss, says WHO

Artificial sweeteners not recommended for weight loss, says WHO

Swapping that soda for a diet option may not be the best choice for weight loss, after all. On Monday, the World Health Organization released new guidelines warning the public not to use non-sugar sweeteners for weight loss, revealing that it may actually do more harm to the body than help it. New findings showed … Read more

It’s not just soda: Nutritionists weigh in on the absolute worst drinks for your health

It’s not just soda: Nutritionists weigh in on the absolute worst drinks for your health

Before you load up your grocery cart or place an order at the coffee shop, restaurant or bar, beware of additives and sugar that may be lurking in your favorite drinks.  Fox News Digital reached out to nutritionists on this topic. A number of them weighed in on beverages to avoid if you’re looking to put your … Read more

#WaterTok overflowing with water ‘recipes’ as experts trash zero-cal sugars

#WaterTok overflowing with water ‘recipes’ as experts trash zero-cal sugars

A spoonful of sweetener helps the water go down for these TikTokers. Those eager to stay hydrated and svelte are turning to saccharine-flavored water enhancers – sweetening up their otherwise plain-tasting H2O while losing weight in the process – and sharing their recipes and secrets on #WaterTok. With over 97 million views, #WaterTok is a low-calorie … Read more

The 10 best places to order chocolate delivery online for Easter 2023

The 10 best places to order chocolate delivery online for Easter 2023

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. Treat yourself or your loved one to some sweet chocolatey goodness. No matter who the sweet tooth is in your life, there are places to order chocolate delivery online that’ll have them in sugary bliss — especially with … Read more

6 ways your sandwich is trying to kill you

6 ways your sandwich is trying to kill you

It might look innocent enough, sitting quietly on a lunch platter, but your sandwich is probably a ticking time bomb, according to dietary experts. Most sandwiches — whether you choose pastrami on rye or a healthy-sounding roast turkey on multigrain bread — are riddled with unhealthy fats, sodium, sugar and carbohydrates, say nutrition experts. And … Read more

Florida woman demands ‘Sugar Mommy-Daddy Day’ from city planners

Florida woman demands ‘Sugar Mommy-Daddy Day’ from city planners

She’s making a very sweet proposal. A Florida woman has hit headlines after calling for a “Sugar Daddy and Mommy Appreciation Day” in Boca Raton, Florida. The blonde bombshell -— who identified herself as Ashley Cream — took to the microphone a Boca Raton Planning and Zoning board meeting last Thursday, to declare that March … Read more

Top low-calorie sugar sub linked to higher heart attack, stroke risk: study

Top low-calorie sugar sub linked to higher heart attack, stroke risk: study

Cutting calories could cut life short for those consuming this alternative sweetener. Erythritol, a common sugar substitute used to sweeten low-calorie food and drinks, has been linked to higher rates of heart attacks and strokes, according to a study by Cleveland Clinic doctors. The study, published in Nature Medicine, suggests that the substance puts people … Read more

Creeps are using Venmo to get dates with sexy strangers: ‘It gives sugar baby vibes’

Creeps are using Venmo to get dates with sexy strangers: ‘It gives sugar baby vibes’

Anna Hogan, 27, was waiting in line at Prince Street Pizza on a Friday night when she realized the popular joint was cash-only. The 30-something-year-old man ahead of her overheard her debacle and offered to give her a $50 bill if she Venmo’d him the money. The pretty brunette gladly paid the man via the … Read more

Soda tax slashes obesity rates in young girls: UK study

Soda tax slashes obesity rates in young girls: UK study

Obesity has kicked the can amongst youngsters after the implementation of a soda tax. A new study conducted by the University of Cambridge shows that the pop tax significantly reduced rates of obesity among sixth-grade girls in the UK — by about 5,000 fewer cases, they estimated. In 2018, the UK implemented a sugary drink … Read more

These popular drinks ‘increase your risk of heart attack and stroke’

These popular drinks ‘increase your risk of heart attack and stroke’

Sweetheart — these drinks might kill you. Sugary drinks — such as soda and fruit juice — can cause a spike in blood sugar levels and lead to heart disease, type 2 diabetes and stroke, according to a new study. The study, published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, found that the most popular … Read more

People shocked to learn what’s actually in gum

People shocked to learn what’s actually in gum

Some people are biting off more than they can chew by searching for the ingredients used to make gum. Perhaps the most shocking additive — also used commonly in skincare products — is lanolin, an oily byproduct of sheep skin glands. The greasy wax found in wool is analogous to human sebum. “There is a … Read more