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A diverse panel of nutrition experts debating and analyzing data on ultra-processed foods and potential policy exemptions.
Nutrition

Expert Panel Recommends Exempting Healthy Ultra-Processed Foods

Americans consume over half their daily calories from ultra-processed foods, a staggering 55%, even as cities like San Francisco sue manufacturers for alleged harm.

Ryan Patel·May 18
Abstract representation of a human brain showing damaged areas, symbolizing the irreversible impact of sugar on memory recovery.
Nutrition

Study Reveals Sugar's Irreversible Impact on Memory Recovery

Even after weeks of a balanced, healthy diet, memory scores for subjects previously exposed to high-sugar diets did not return to the baseline levels of those who had never consumed an unhealthy diet.

Ryan Patel·May 18
A close-up of a pre-mixed spirit-based cocktail in a stylish glass, with a blurred bar background, highlighting the leading trend in the US alcoholic drinks market.
Drinks

US pre-mixed alcoholic drinks market analysis shows spirit-based cocktails leading.

In 2025, the ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage category surged nearly 18%, eclipsing the entire vodka segment to become the undisputed leader in the U.

Daniel Moretti·May 18
Split image: person doing HIIT on one side, person lifting weights on the other, symbolizing combined exercise benefits for lower blood pressure.
Food

HIIT and weight training significantly lower blood pressure

New research reveals a game-changer for heart health: combining aerobic exercise with strength training slashes systolic blood pressure by an average of 6.

Isabella Cortez·May 18
A young adult struggling with brain fog, represented by a swirling mist, in a modern study or office environment.
Trends

Long COVID and Other Conditions Linked to Brain Fog in Adults

In the past decade, rates of overall cognitive disability have doubled in adults aged 18 to 39, signaling a silent epidemic of brain fog among young people.

Isabella Cortez·May 18
Business executives in a dimly lit boardroom looking stressed at financial charts showing a downward trend, symbolizing profitability struggles.
Food

Companies adapt strategies, struggle with profitability

Hims & Hers Health, after strategically pivoting its weight loss business, reported a Q1 adjusted EPS of -$0.

Isabella Cortez·May 18
A close-up of fresh, ripe dates at a market stall, symbolizing a consumer shift towards natural snacks.
Trends

Date sales surge as consumers ditch ultra-processed snacks

US date sales surged by 28% in the last 12 months, reaching $150 million, according to NielsenIQ, as consumers abandon ultra-processed snacks for natural alternatives.

Isabella Cortez·May 16
The Ultimate Guide to Dr Browns Australia Teats: Choosing the Right Flow Rate for Your Newborn
Wellness

The Ultimate Guide to Dr Browns Australia Teats: Choosing the Right Flow Rate for Your Newborn

Choosing the right Dr. Brown's bottle teat flow rate is crucial for a peaceful newborn feeding experience, preventing issues like gulping or frustration. This guide helps parents identify signs of a too-fast or too-slow flow and select the appropriate Dr. Brown's teat level for their baby.

Sponsored·Jul 2
A diverse selection of colorful seaweed snack packages displayed prominently in a grocery store aisle, with traditional snacks blurred in the background.
Trends

Seaweed Snacks Surge, Challenging Big Brands in a $3 Billion Market

The U.S. seaweed snack market, a niche category that generated just USD 328.3 million in 2019, is projected to more than double to USD 770.3 million by 2027, signaling a quiet revolution in the snack

Isabella Cortez·May 15
A lone New Orleans musician playing a saxophone in a dimly lit jazz club, conveying a sense of emotional depth and the need for mental health support.
Wellness

MusiCares brings mindful May to New Orleans musicians

86% of independent musicians report experiencing significant mental strain, a stark reality often hidden behind the vibrant facade of the music industry.

Chloe Bennett·May 15
Aerial view of the luxurious Miraval Resort Red Sea, highlighting its architecture, pristine beaches, and turquoise waters.
Wellness

Miraval Resort Red Sea Launches Luxury Wellness Experiences in 2026

The upcoming Miraval The Red Sea resort, set to open May 15, 2026, will feature the largest spa on Shura Island, boasting 39 treatment rooms for its 180 rooms and suites, according to Connecting Trave

Chloe Bennett·May 15
A bartender serves a classic cocktail at a value-priced bar, with happy patrons enjoying affordable drinks in the background.
Drinks

Bars Bring Back Cheaper Cocktails for Value-Conscious Drinkers

At Gus' Sip & Dip in Chicago, a 30-drink list of classic cocktails now costs just $12 each.

Daniel Moretti·May 14
Music professionals finding solace and support in a virtual mental health group session during MusiCares Mindful May initiative.
Wellness

MusiCares Mindful May offers music pros vital mental health support.

Every week, MusiCares provides 10 free, confidential virtual groups specifically designed to offer emotional support and addiction recovery for music professionals.

Chloe Bennett·May 14
Country music star Luke Bryan and Bayer representative shaking hands in front of a rural landscape, symbolizing their donation of 1 million meals to Feeding America.
Nutrition

Bayer and Luke Bryan Donate 1 Million Meals to Feeding America

Country music icon Luke Bryan and agricultural giant Bayer have launched a multi-year campaign by delivering 1 million meals to Feeding America , directly targeting food insecurity in rural communitie

Ryan Patel·May 14
Inside the Curated Designer Dress Hire Experience at Style Me Up
Trends

Inside the Curated Designer Dress Hire Experience at Style Me Up

Style Me Up offers a curated designer dress hire experience across Australia, focusing on occasionwear and making luxury fashion accessible without the full purchase commitment. Their approach emphasizes a thoughtfully selected collection, online booking, and personalized service.

Sponsored·Jul 1
A trendy cocktail bar where visually appealing, colorful drinks inspired by viral trends are being served and photographed by patrons.
Drinks

America's Cocktail Preferences Shift Amid Viral Trends

In the week following Starbucks' launch of its new Tie-Dye Frappuccino, searches for 'tie-dye cocktail recipes' on Pinterest surged by 300%.

Daniel Moretti·May 13
Diverse individuals interacting with AI interfaces for mental health support in a futuristic cityscape, symbolizing the boom in digital wellness tech.
Trends

Digital wellness tech booms as AI offers new mental health solutions

First appointments with mental health platform Cerebral are often available within 24 hours, a stark contrast to traditional wait times that can stretch for months, according to CNET .

Lauren Fisk·May 13
Family happily using the Ninja SLUSHI machine to make colorful frozen drinks in a bright, modern kitchen on a sunny day.
Brands

Walmart's Ninja SLUSHI Machine Sees Sales Surge Amid High Interest

Over 2,000 units of the Ninja SLUSHi Frozen Drink & Slushie Machine were purchased in the past week, according to Amazon .

Daniel Moretti·May 13
CISF personnel engaging in a guided meditation session with Heartfulness instructors, symbolizing a commitment to mental wellness and inner peace.
Wellness

Heartfulness Institute and CISF Sign Five-Year Mental Wellness Pact

Despite assisting over 75,000 personnel with mental health issues through 'Project Mann,' the Central Industrial Security Force has now signed a five-year pact with the Heartfulness Institute to embed

Chloe Bennett·May 12
Friends toasting with colorful non-alcoholic ready-to-drink cocktails from Ritual Zero Proof at a sunny outdoor gathering.
Drinks

Ritual Zero Proof Launches Non-Alcoholic RTD Cocktails

The non-alcoholic beverage category in the United States has exploded, growing its retail sales value by a staggering 31% CAGR over the past five years, according to Diageo .

Daniel Moretti·May 12
Assortment of Ritual Zero Proof's new ready-to-drink non-alcoholic canned cocktails displayed elegantly on a bar, ready for enjoyment.
Drinks

Ritual Zero Proof Launches Ready-to-Drink Non-Alcoholic Cocktails

Just weeks after Diageo paid $23 million to fully acquire Ritual Zero Proof, the non-alcoholic spirit brand, already number one in the US, is launching three new ready-to-drink canned cocktails.

Daniel Moretti·May 12
Food editors collaborating in a bright test kitchen, experimenting with a versatile dough to create multiple dishes, symbolizing culinary innovation.
Food

New recipes reshape how top food editors approach cooking

One prominent food editor recently admitted that a single 'master recipe' for dough, adaptable to dozens of dishes, has rendered half of her publication's existing bread recipes obsolete, according to

Isabella Cortez·May 12
Why Digital Dentistry Trends Make Grand Dental a Smarter Choice for Your Family in 2026
Trends

Why Digital Dentistry Trends Make Grand Dental a Smarter Choice for Your Family in 2026

Grand Dental embraces digital dentistry trends like intraoral scanners and 3D mapping to provide Katy, TX families with a smarter dental experience, prioritizing patient comfort, precision, and collaborative treatment planning. This approach transforms complex procedures into predictable journeys, ensuring clearer outcomes and empowered patient participation.

Sponsored·Jul 1
A centenarian, inspired by David Attenborough, actively gardening in a sunlit, vibrant garden, symbolizing a long and healthy life.
Healthy Living

Cultivate Essential Habits for a Long and Healthy Life

Sir David Attenborough, a centenarian still actively working, embodies a life where longevity is shaped more by daily choices and sustained engagement than by DNA.

Lauren Fisk·May 12