We are just days away from the Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest, and fans will have to stomach a major shakeup to the competition. Sixteen-time winner Joey Chestnut will not be competing in the Coney Island competition this year. The decision comes after Chestnut allegedly partnered with a competing brand to Nathan’s Famous. […]
Want to age well? Your diet is a major factor. The good news is, even if you’re currently in midlife, it’s not too late to start healthier habits. A new study presented at the Nutrition 2024 conference found that people who followed a healthy diet from their 40s onward were 43 to 84% more likely […]
Warren Buffett, renowned for his investment acumen and unabashed love for junk food, once said, “I’m one quarter Coca-Cola.” This whimsical declaration was more than just a humorous quip; it underscored his investment philosophy of putting money into what he loves. During the 2015 Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting, Buffett elaborated on his long-term commitment […]
Alligator sightings are fairly common in Florida, but it’s not often that a gator is spotted on a street in broad daylight toting a freshly caught meal. “Gator spotted walking down the street casually eating a snake on Fort Myers Beach,” WINK News meteorologist Matt Devitt described Wednesday via X. “Welcome to Florida.” The accompanying […]
Fruit is your friend, not your foe, when it comes to losing weight. Reviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-GarciaReviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia In a world flooded with misinformation about diet and weight loss, figuring out which foods to eat and which to avoid can feel like a never-ending maze. One minute, you may […]
Fruit is your friend, not your foe, when it comes to losing weight. Reviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-GarciaReviewed by Dietitian Maria Laura Haddad-Garcia In a world flooded with misinformation about diet and weight loss, figuring out which foods to eat and which to avoid can feel like a never-ending maze. One minute, you may […]
STORY: At this butcher shop in Buenos Aires, workers slice a cut of beef, something that’s becoming increasingly rare. In beef-loving Argentina, people are eating less beef than ever. Consumption is down almost 16% this year so far. Triple-digit inflation and a recession are forcing Argentines to tighten their belts. Data show they are eating […]
Protein is one of three macronutrients our bodies need to function, and it deserves its props. Protein is responsible for supporting immune function, cell function and tissue repair, it provides energy and even transports other nutrients. There’s been a lot of talk lately about not eating enough protein, particularly on social media, which can result […]
Orcas are hunting sharks in the Gulf of California, targeting large species including bull sharks and blacktips, scientists reveal. Three orcas, or killer whales, are behind the attacks, and researchers say it is unclear what impact these hunts could have on the ecosystem, and whether sharks will eventually decide to leave the area. In a […]
Americans are eating slightly better — but not necessarily at their best. That’s what a new study from the Food is Medicine Institute at Tufts University has found, and it highlights where people are falling short when it comes to eating an ideal diet. The new research used the American Heart Association diet score, which […]
Summer isn’t exactly soup season, but once you’ve tried this creamy, spicy Thai coconut soup, you’ll forget that it’s 90 degrees outside. My journey into Thai cuisine was unexpected. When I tell people I spent my formative years working in the food industry, they often assume my family owned a Greek diner (I wish). In […]
Jun. 15—Summer is here? Sorry, wrong punctuation. Summer is here! Alaska’s summers can be short, but they’re also often glorious — and we’re hitting the stretch of the year with the longest — and potentially most sun-soaked — days. There are few better ways to enjoy a sunny day than relaxing on a deck or […]