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Here's Why Food Tastes Different on a Plane, According to Science

Vivaystn on WikimediaHave you ever been served a plate of Teriyaki chicken on a plane only to find your appetite completely shrivel up after the first bite? It's not just you—food really does taste worse…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Dec 1, 2025

The Truth About Gluten, The Most Misunderstood Protein

Darina Belonogova on PexelsFew food ingredients have been as unfairly villainized as gluten. Celebrity-endorsed diets and books like Wheat Belly turned the relatively unknown protein into a buzzword in the 2010s, with an increasing number…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Dec 1, 2025

Lab Tests Show Your Protein Powder May Contain Lead—Here's How To Choose A Safe One

LyfeFuel on UnsplashIf you take protein powder, it's probably because you think you're doing something healthy for your body. After all, protein makes up the building blocks of muscles, bones, skin, hair, and nails. While…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Nov 28, 2025

The History Of Romanesco—The World's Trippiest-Looking Vegetable

VENUS MAJOR on UnsplashYou've probably seen it before at farmers' markets or at restaurants. It's what cauliflower would look like if you just swallowed a handful of magic mushrooms. With its mesmerizing vegetal fractals that…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Nov 28, 2025

10 Signs You're Getting Too Much Sodium In Your Diet & 10 Ways To Reduce

Feeling Salty?. If you're questioning whether you're getting too much salt in your diet, the answer is probably yes. The vast majority of the world consumes far more sodium than recommended (less than one teaspoon…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Nov 27, 2025

What The Massive Wendy's Closure Says About America's Evolving Taste

Hullian111 on WikimediaEarlier this month, the beloved fast-food chain Wendy's announced its plan to close over 300 locations across the country. This comes one year after it shut down 140 restaurants. Wendy's third-quarter report for 2025…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Nov 26, 2025

The Two Supplements Experts Warn You Should Never Take Together

Alexander Grey on UnsplashPeople take vitamins to enhance their health, but when done improperly, they can do more harm than good. When it comes to nutritional supplements, timing, dosage, and how you combine them play…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Nov 24, 2025

The Starbucks Holiday Item That Brought More Chaos Than Christmas Cheer

Ricko Pan on UnsplashStarbucks’ cute, Christmas-y marketing stunt designed to instill patrons with some holiday spirit was absurdly ruined by capitalism earlier this month. The company teased the release of a new $30 limited edition…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Nov 24, 2025

10 Foods That Are Known Carcinogens & 10 That Prevent Cancer

Is Your Diet Keeping You Safe?. When it comes to cancer risk, what you put on your plate matters more than you might think. While no single food can guarantee you'll stay safe, research shows…

by Emilie Richardson-Dupuis Nov 20, 2025