Whole milk in schools: What parents need to know about this nutritional change

Whole milk in schools: What parents need to know about this nutritional change

Between busy mornings, packed schedules, and trying to feed everyone, most parents are just looking for foods that their kids will actually enjoy and that will support their health. That’s why recent changes in school nutrition are noteworthy. With the recently released Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act and updated dietary guidelines, schools may now … Read more

7 foods rich in magnesium that can help improve sleep and mood

7 foods rich in magnesium that can help improve sleep and mood

2. Chia seeds Another seed that is high in magnesium is chia seeds. “Two tablespoons of chia seeds provides a significant amount of magnesium,” says Dryden. In addition to magnesium, she says, these tiny seeds are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for brain function and reducing inflammation, both of which are … Read more

Recent research calls for rethinking ‘sugar-free’ labels on food and drinks

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Researchers found that consuming artificial sweeteners was not associated with an increased risk of several major cancers. While this result narrows a long-standing concern, it leaves open questions about what current evidence can actually rule out. The relationship between artificial sweeteners and cancer Evidence gathered from tens of thousands to millions of participants … Read more

The shortlist for the 2026 World Food Photography Awards has been announced (35 photos)

The shortlist for the 2026 World Food Photography Awards has been announced (35 photos)

Now that the 2026 shortlist has been announced, we are pleased to share an overview of this year’s World Food Photography Awards, hosted by BimiĀ®. With thousands of entries from over 50 countries, this contest once again highlights the incredible diversity and creativity found in food photography from around the world. From growing and harvesting … Read more

The shortlist for the 2026 World Food Photography Awards has been announced (35 photos)

The shortlist for the 2026 World Food Photography Awards has been announced (35 photos)

Now that the 2026 shortlist has been announced, we are pleased to share an overview of this year’s World Food Photography Awards, hosted by BimiĀ®. With thousands of entries from over 50 countries, this contest once again highlights the incredible diversity and creativity found in food photography from around the world. From growing and harvesting … Read more

Protein Plus Benefits: Why Dairy is a Nutritious and Smart Choice

Protein Plus Benefits: Why Dairy is a Nutritious and Smart Choice

It’s always great when you find something that can serve multiple roles. A babysitter who watches over children and cleans the house. A cleaning product that disinfects and deodorizes. Or a cell phone that replaces your camera, calendar, and GPS. When it comes to nutrition, protein gets a lot of attention, and for good reason. … Read more

What will the public say about this $380 kosher wine?

What will the public say about this $380 kosher wine?

Kingsmark, an ultra-premium kosher Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley, costs $380 a bottle. Jess Lander/The Chronicle The first wine I tasted when I was a child was Really wine. It was Manischewitz. It’s sweet and syrupy, made from Concord grapes, and served to me in small quantities every year on Passover. I hated it as … Read more

Why you came to love sugar

Why you came to love sugar

share this article This article is free to share under the Attribution 4.0 International License. Experts provide answers to why people tend to crave sugar and how eating too much sugar affects long-term metabolism and brain health. Americans love Easter candy and will spend more than $5 billion on it in 2024, with chocolate bunnies … Read more

Dietary supplement makers ask FDA to approve peptides, other new ingredients

Dietary supplement makers ask FDA to approve peptides, other new ingredients

Manufacturers of dietary supplements are asking the Food and Drug Administration to expand the types of ingredients they can include in their products, a change that could open the door to further marketing of peptides, probiotics and other trendy health products. The FDA held a public meeting Friday to discuss its long-standing dietary supplement standards … Read more