Dr. Barry Smith worked behind the scenes with food giants like Coca-Cola and Kellogg’s for nearly a decade. He made their products irresistibly delicious and impossible to put down. Then something changed. The food scientist who once engineered ultra-processed foods (UPFs) now completely avoids them. What drove this dramatic shift? What did he discover about these foods...
Snacks + Sides
The world of snacking presents a nutritional minefield. With supermarket shelves stacked with colorful, convenient options, finding the healthiest snacks can feel nearly impossible. Most of us grab a quick bite between meals without thinking about how it affects our health over time. A quarter of our daily calories come from snacks and drinks we have outside...
Some junk food is hard to resist, no matter how much we know it isn’t good for us. This is due to the fact that they are generally very tasty, affordable, and convenient. However, junk food is typically full of unhealthy ingredients, such as sodium, sugar, and artificial additives. Today, we will look at 15...

Science & Technology Journalist
Cheese isn’t just a delicious indulgence—it’s also packed with protein, calcium, and essential nutrients that support your overall health. With Americans consuming an average of 42 pounds of cheese per year, it’s no surprise that people are looking for ways to enjoy their favorite varieties while still making smart dietary choices. Whether you’re a fan...

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Snacking can be a great way to curb hunger between meals, but not all snacks are created equal. While some provide essential nutrients, others are loaded with excess sugar, sodium, and unhealthy fats that can derail your health goals. If you’re looking for smarter snack choices, it’s important to recognize the ones that might be...

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Mmm-mmm. Is there anything better than a hot bowl of soup on a freezing cold day? If there is, scientists have yet to discover it. And what goes better with winter weather than a thick and hearty mushroom soup? If you’re in the mood to whip up something cozy for dinner, give one of these...

Health & Lifestyle Journalist
Snacking has been a topic of debate among health enthusiasts, with conflicting opinions on whether it is good or bad. While some believe it can be a healthy habit, others argue that it may lead to weight gain and other health issues. In this article, we will explore the effects of constantly snacking on both...

The Hearty Soul Team
I love eating pineapples. As part of a fruit salad, with ham, or on a pizza – they’re sweet, delicious, and also just so happen to be really good for your health. 6 Reasons Pineapples Are Amazing 1. Every Serving Contains 10 Essential Nutrients That’s right, in and around all that yellowy goodness is a...

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Regardless of where you grew up, most of us grew up eating ketchup. I’d wager a bet that most of you reading this article have at least one bottle of ketchup in your fridge or pantry right now. Though it is a tasty condiment that pairs well with so many dishes, it is unfortunately not...

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Tim Gurner, an Australian real estate mogul, accidentally sparked a torrent of memes with his famous quote that millennials should “stop buying avocado toast if they want to afford a house.” “I have seen young people order smashed avocado with crumbled feta on five-grain toasted bread at $22 a pop and more… How can young...

Food Journalist
Rebecca Chobat knows how to stretch a dollar. Her TikTok account and YouTube channel are dedicated to teaching people how to make affordable and healthy food. She makes meals with groceries she bought only at Dollar Tree. Her recipes involve ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks — all devised with a tight budget in...

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Unlink vegans, who avoid all animal-derived food, many vegetarians eat eggs and dairy products. But although vegetarians could eat macaroni and cheese without any concerns, they may need to pass on the eggplant parmesan. Because a little-known fact about parmesan is causing outrage online, this hard cheese contains rennet, which comes from animal stomachs. Parmesan...

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