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20 Foods You'd Never Guess Contain a Lot of Sugar

Sugar Isn't Always Where You Expect It. When you think of foods that contain a lot of sugar, candy, cookies, soda, and desserts probably come to mind first. Certain fruits, too, you know not to…

by Christy Chan Aug 18, 2026

20 Foods You Can Eat Without Chewing

Soft Foods Can Still Offer Plenty of Variety. On a no-chew diet? Whether you're recovering from dental work, dealing with a sore jaw, or simply need foods that require little work from your teeth, it…

by Christy Chan Aug 17, 2026

20 Foods No One Likes Sharing

Some Foods Are Hard to Give Up. When that wicker basket of bread comes around to your table, you're probably secretly hoping that no one else wants it so you can have it all to…

by Christy Chan Aug 14, 2026

10 Foods You're Tossing Out Too Early & 10 You're Keeping Too Long

Knowing When Food Is Actually Finished. Ever thrown out a banana just because it looked too bruised and brown? Or tossed out bread because it was stale or was past the "best before" date? You've…

by Christy Chan Aug 13, 2026

20 Foods That Make You Live Longer

What You Eat Can Boost Your Longevity. You've probably heard the saying, "You are what you eat." That means if you tend to binge on junk food, you're not going to get the strong, healthy…

by Christy Chan Aug 12, 2026

10 Condiments Ruining Your Otherwise Healthy Meals & 10 That Actually Add Nutritional Value

Good Sauce, Bad Sauce. Sure, that plate of leafy greens you just threw together is pretty healthy-looking; it certainly has all the ingredients that would make a nutritious meal. But pour Thousand Island or Caesar…

by Christy Chan Aug 10, 2026

10 Foods That Immediately Spike Your Blood Pressure & 10 Healthier Options to Eat Instead

Foods That Affect Your Numbers. When you're meticulously watching your blood pressure, it can feel like everything you eat spikes your numbers no matter what. Sure, not every food will cause the same reaction in…

by Christy Chan Aug 7, 2026

10 Harmful Things Spicy Food Does to Your Body & 10 Health Benefits It Offers

Spice or No Spice?. How good is your spice tolerance? Chances are, if you're a spice junkie, you're piling on all the chili peppers and jalapeños you can in every bite; anything for that good…

by Christy Chan Aug 6, 2026

10 Healthy Foods You're Not Eating Enough Of & 10 Unhealthy Ones You're Overeating

Berries or Chips?. You probably already know you need to eat more veggies, fruits, and whole grains. But you probably also know you're not supposed to be having bacon every morning, or eating fries and…

by Christy Chan Aug 5, 2026