Nutrition

Popcorn is one of my absolute favorite snacks. It’s quick and easy to make and it’s a great base for all sorts of flavors. However, some popcorn brands are healthier … Read more

Who doesn’t love popcorn? The buttery, salty goodness makes it a movie night staple! But how good is microwave popcorn for us? Let’s start with a look at Pop Secret … Read more

Here’s an interesting fact about Act II popcorn: Their “Butter Lovers” flavor doesn’t even have butter in it. In fact, it doesn’t have dairy at all—it’s vegan! However, that doesn’t … Read more

Popcorn Indiana prides itself on making “delicious popcorn fresh from the heartland.” But just because something is “delicious” and “fresh,” that doesn’t mean it’s actually good for you. So today, … Read more

Popcorn is a great high-fiber snack, but adding ingredients like sugar and oil can make it less healthy. We’re going to take a closer look at Lesser Evil popcorn and … Read more

I remember when I started trying to build muscle as a vegan. Everyone recommended at least 0.8 grams of protein per pound of bodyweight per day. For me, that meant … Read more

Going vegan can often lead to a positive body transformation, especially weight-loss. But personally, I didn’t automatically get a six-pack simply by going plant-based. So, what additional steps are needed … Read more

Gerolsteiner comes from a place in Germany called the “Volcanic Eifel.” Sounds kind of epic, right? It’s one of the most popular mineral water brands around the world. But is … Read more

Pedialyte is so interesting. It’s almost treated like medicine sometimes, as it’s often stocked by the pharmacy and baby formula. Meanwhile, many adults use it as a hangover remedy. Today, … Read more

I remember when I first drank Topo Chico. I was on a road trip through Texas, and I thought it was a local brand. When I tried it, I was … Read more

I’ll be honest. Of all the “sparkling” drinks out there, Perrier is not my favorite. But I often buy it in Starbucks anyway when I go there to do work. … Read more

Cranberries are a healthy fruit, packed with antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation, prevent urinary tract infections, and even prevent cavities. But what about Ocean Spray cranberry juice? Does it … Read more

I remember when I found out all the colors of Froot Loops actually taste the same. The colors are a lie. I was shocked. It makes you wonder, what else … Read more

Did you know: Lucky Charms were originally invented by someone mixing “circus peanut” marshmallows with Cheerios? It’s true. What an interesting contrast, to mix whole-grain oats with sugary marshmallows. But … Read more

Did you know Frosted Flakes almost had a kangaroo as a mascot, instead of a tiger? Really. Its name was “Katy the Kangaroo.” Luckily that never happened, and Tony the … Read more

Did you know there are over 200 flavors of Lay’s chips? It’s true, and the flavors vary around the world. Today, let’s look at the nutrition behind five of the … Read more

The word “wafer” sounds kind of light and airy… But if you want to keep your own body feeling light and energetic, then Nilla Wafers may not be the best … Read more

Most popular drinks today are loaded with sugar. At the same time, most diet drinks have artificial sweeteners, which may be bad for gut health and other issues. But what … Read more

Nowadays, it seems like every drink you can buy has something sketchy in it. If it’s not sugar, it’s usually artificial sweeteners or colors. Even with sparkling water like Waterloo, … Read more