Nutrition - Page 7

Green bananas aren't necessarily bad; experts explain the hidden health perk

June 27, 2026

Green bananas aren't necessarily bad; experts explain the hidden health perk

Food experts explain why some bananas never ripen properly, citing immature harvesting and chilling injury during storage as the key factors.

SEE IT: SNAP advocate defends taxpayer-funded Coca-Cola in fiery exchange with GOP lawmaker on waste

June 26, 2026

SEE IT: SNAP advocate defends taxpayer-funded Coca-Cola in fiery exchange with GOP lawmaker on waste

Rep. Brandon Gill sparred with a SNAP policy advocate over whether taxpayer-funded food benefits should pay for sugary sodas like Coca-Cola.

One common type of fat may increase diabetes risk, while another helps fight it

June 24, 2026

One common type of fat may increase diabetes risk, while another helps fight it

A new review suggests palmitic acid in saturated fats may impair insulin response, while oleic acid in olive oil may help protect against type 2 diabetes.

Obama-appointed judge torpedoes Trump’s bid to fight obesity as White House warns it won’t be ‘final say’

June 23, 2026

Obama-appointed judge torpedoes Trump’s bid to fight obesity as White House warns it won’t be ‘final say’

Obama-appointed judge strikes down Trump administration's SNAP soda ban, ruling USDA cannot redefine what Congress has already defined as food.

'Natural Ozempic' gelatin drink goes viral — dietitian explains what it actually does

June 22, 2026

'Natural Ozempic' gelatin drink goes viral — dietitian explains what it actually does

Drinking warm gelatin before meals is trending as a budget-friendly appetite hack, but a dietitian says comparing it to Ozempic is a massive exaggeration.

Zero sugar, more problems? Study reveals surprising gut health effects

June 18, 2026

Zero sugar, more problems? Study reveals surprising gut health effects

A study presented at ENDO 2026 suggests that completely eliminating sugar from a low-fat diet may harm gut health and increase inflammation.

Common vitamin may influence brain aging in ways scientists didn't expect

June 16, 2026

Common vitamin may influence brain aging in ways scientists didn't expect

New Japanese research links higher vitamin C blood levels to better-preserved brain structure and stronger neural connections in older adults.

Eating 5 fruits and vegetables a day may not be enough for heart health, study finds

June 12, 2026

Eating 5 fruits and vegetables a day may not be enough for heart health, study finds

New research suggests that meeting fruit and vegetable guidelines may not provide enough flavanols for heart health benefits without choosing specific foods.

Americans still crave protein despite record beef prices as expert reveals the 'healthiest burger'

June 9, 2026

Americans still crave protein despite record beef prices as expert reveals the 'healthiest burger'

Ground beef prices are up 14% right now as protein demand surges. A dietitian reveals how to balance health goals with your summer grilling satisfaction.

Americans are ditching ultra-processed snacks for an ancient fruit that's exploding in popularity

June 8, 2026

Americans are ditching ultra-processed snacks for an ancient fruit that's exploding in popularity

U.S. dates sales surged 33% in 2025 as the ancient fruit gains popularity among Americans on social media as a whole-food alternative to ultra-processed snacks.