Nutrition

For decades, parents have been trying to get their kids to eat the crust of their sandwiches. Eventually, someone comes along and makes Uncrustables—premade sandwiches without crust. Now the question … Read more

Sugar is bad, right? So making something “Sugar Free” must be an improvement, right? Well, not necessarily. Today, let’s take a look at Red Bull Sugarfree to see if this … Read more

You’ve probably heard at least once that “diet sodas are even worse than regular.” But sometimes, those kinds of headlines can be sensational and over-generalized. Today, let’s look specifically at … Read more

Whenever you see foods or drinks that are “sugar free,” it’s worth checking the details. Often, the replacement ingredients are even worse for you than sugar. Today, we’ll take a … Read more

Have you heard that Switzerland banned Ritz Crackers? It’s actually true. And today, I’m digging into the details of Ritz to give you the full story… Not just in terms … Read more

I’ve been hooked on Weetabix cereal ever since I visited England five years ago. The texture is unlike anything I had growing up, and it can be eaten so many … Read more

The idea of a “protein cookie” is pretty appealing. After all, protein is healthy, and cookies are yummy, right? But today let’s dig into details of one of the leading … Read more

If nutrition didn’t matter at all, I’d probably eat Rice Krispies every day. I love it, and I had a few months when I ate it with peanut butter and … Read more

Did you know Wheat Thins are banned in Japan? Seriously! They are one of the most popular snacks in the U.S., but they can’t even be sold in Japan. Why … Read more

Pasta doesn’t have the best reputation when it comes to nutrition (or weight control). But in reality, different kinds of “pasta” can be much better or worse for you. Today, … Read more

Everybody knows fruits and veggies are healthy. But we can get in trouble if we assume that means everything made from them are healthy. Vegetable oil, for example, is much … Read more

Did you know: Eggo was originally a mayonnaise brand. Really! Only later did the company expand into their now-famous waffles. They’re super convenient—much faster than homemade waffles. But how do … Read more

As a vegan of 14 years, I’m always happy to see more “vegan cheese” options arrive in stores. But just because something is vegan doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Today, let’s … Read more

Fried food is notoriously unhealthy. But what if you fry a healthy food like tofu? Do the pros outweigh the cons? Or is it just as bad as any other … Read more

It seems like everyone today wants to debate whether “fake meat” is healthy. But the actual truth is that some of it is, and some of it isn’t. We need … Read more

I used to eat ramen noodles without the seasoning all the time. I figured it’s at least lower in sodium that way, and hey—it’s cheap and tasty! But eventually, I … Read more

When it comes to nut milk, the most popular choice is almond milk. But is it really the best? Recently, macadamia milk has been making a splash. In fact, it … Read more

I’ve used Better Than Bouillon for years, and I can tell you it is delicious and convenient. It lasts a long time in the fridge, and everyone seems to love … Read more

Adding heavy cream or half and half to your coffee is a quick way to add a bunch of saturated fat and calories. But are non-dairy creamers really any better … Read more

Popcorn is often mentioned as a healthy, low-calorie snack option. But it really comes down to the details. We all know that movie theater popcorn with extra butter isn’t healthy. … Read more