Food and Drink

4 min read Food and Drink

A growing body of research suggests that the foods we consume can significantly impact our risk of developing chronic diseases like dementia, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. Recent studies have highlighted the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet, emphasizing whole grains, fruits, and vegetables while minimizing processed meats, sugary foods, and other ultra-processed items. These...

3 min read Food and Drink

Fasting is often misunderstood, with many believing it slows down the metabolism and leads to fatigue. However, Dr. Jason Fung, a leading advocate of intermittent fasting, reveals that the opposite may be true. In his discussion on the Diary of a CEO podcast, Dr. Fung explains how the activity will impact your body, challenging common...

6 min read Food and Drink

The concept of “addictive food” has gained significant attention in recent years, with studies suggesting that certain foods can trigger the same parts of the brain as hard drugs. This idea is based on research that examines how our brains react to highly processed foods, particularly those high in fat, sugar, and salt. These foods...

4 min read Food and Drink

Canned beans are a pantry staple for many households. They are convenient, versatile, and provide a good source of protein, fiber, and essential vitamins. However, not all canned beans are created equal. While some offer excellent nutritional value, others are packed with hidden ingredients like high levels of sodium, added sugars, and unhealthy fats that...

5 min read Food and Drink

Global sandwich chain Subway prides itself on its army of sandwich construction engineers, better known as sandwich artists, responsible for the assembly of all your Subway subs, good, bad, and indifferent. If you buy into the image of Subway’s advertising, the sandwich artists all love practicing their art for customers, but the reality is there...

3 min read Food and Drink

Dark chocolate “sunbutter” cups, 2-ingredient chocolate mousse, dark chocolate avocado blueberry muffins. So many recipes, so little time! But the good news for you fellow chocolate-fiends is that your cocoa obsession could have some positive health effects on your brain. Chocolate Makes You Smart? A study published in the journal Appetite found a link between...