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A spoonful of ice cream can significantly lift your mood after a stressful day — and science supports this. Consuming ice cream releases endorphins (via Eat By Date) and activates the brain’s pleasure center similarly to winning the lottery (per…
Antioxidants are compounds that protect the body from cell damage caused by oxidative stress. Consuming antioxidants enhances the body’s ability to combat inflammation, certain neurological disorders, and even cancer. (Explore some surprising sources of inflammation.) Eating antioxidant-rich foods can boost…
Subway is a well-known sandwich chain famed for its customization options. Although it is often seen as a healthier fast-food alternative, you might want to think twice before visiting. Here’s why. Depending on the location, Subway offers up to 13…
In an effort to Make America Healthy Again, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a plan in April to eliminate artificial dyes from foods. Petroleum-based dyes such as Citrus Red No. 2 and Orange B will…
Joe Rogan and other advocates of the carnivore diet are quick to highlight the benefits of consuming only meat, and it’s undeniable that this diet offers a substantial amount of protein. For example, six ounces of cooked chicken breast contain…
Our eyebrows do way more than we think. It’s easy to forget that our eyebrows serve a function beyond just adding definition and visual appeal to our face. These strips of hair play a vital role in keeping our vision…
The breakfast cereal we know today is a relatively recent creation. In colonial times, people typically consumed porridge or leftovers for breakfast. By the 1800s, as the nation expanded, so did breakfast. “A trend emerged with the European aristocracy to…
Noticing fewer Styrofoam containers lately? It’s possible. Packaging Dive reports that a wave of Styrofoam bans began sweeping across the United States in 2025, with states like Rhode Island and Oregon enacting laws to prohibit polystyrene foam (Styrofoam) containers in…
Consult any nutritionist or cheese enthusiast, and they’ll easily list reasons why consuming cottage cheese is beneficial, especially when compared to other cheeses. It all boils down to its nutritional profile: a 100-gram serving of full-fat cottage cheese includes 11.6…
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), most adults were not getting enough magnesium between 2013 and 2016. Back then, the average man consumed 344 milligrams of magnesium daily, while the average woman consumed less at 270 milligrams.…