It’s a burger patty that looks, feels and tastes like meat, and when squeezed hard enough, it even appears to bleed. But there’s one key difference: it’s made entirely of edible plant matter. Faux meat…
A nutritional supplement may be able to slow the development of some cancers and enhance the effects of treatment, a study in mice suggests. Mice with pancreatic, lung or skin cancer were given mannose, a…
“People ask me this question quite often: ‘Should I be taking certain vitamins and supplements?’ And the answer is, quite honestly, ‘It depends,’” says Anne Harguth, registered dietitian at Mayo Clinic Health System. According to…
Rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre, Brussels sprouts are a nutritious choice at Christmas. Discover delicious, healthy ways to cook this seasonal veg. Love them or hate them, Brussels sprouts are a traditional part of Christmas dinner…
The next generation of biotech food is headed for the grocery aisles, and first up may be salad dressings or granola bars made with soybean oil genetically tweaked to be good for your heart. By…
More and more Canadians are pushing aside cow’s milk and turning towards non-dairy alternatives, including almond milk, soy milk and even pea milk. While some people drink plant-based milks due to lactose intolerance or allergies, research shows that folks…
The human body is a natural producer of free radicals as a result of its processes. Our external environment is also high on free radicals. Antioxidants are substances that naturally counteract the effects of free…
More than one-sixth of Canadians have consciously cut back on the amount of meat in their diets, according to a new study – and that number is expected to grow significantly. Researchers at Dalhousie University…
More than a quarter of meat-free burgers, sausages and mince tested for a study exceed maximum recommended salt levels, a campaign group has warned. A total of 28% of the 157 meat substitute products studied…
New research has found that caffeine from coffee may help to prevent rosacea, a common chronic inflammatory skin disease where the skin appears red and flushed. Carried out by U.S., Canadian, and Chinese researchers, the…
Not long ago, jerky was a shrink-wrapped snack item you grabbed at a gas station. In the past decade or so, it has been reinvented as a premium, artisanal specialty food, with dozens of brands…
New research has identified a natural compound found in many types of fruit, such as apples and strawberries, and vegetables that can slow down the aging process. One key factor in the aging process is…
People who cut back on carbohydrates may end up increasing their risk of premature death if they load their plates with meat and cheese instead of vegetables and nuts, a U.S. study suggests. While previous research has linked…
The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada says eliminating these heart-clogging fats — used for years in many pastries, snacks and fried foods — will reduce the number of heart attacks OTTAWA — Canada’s ban…
Regularly eating foods like bacon and sausages may raise the risk of breast cancer, according to researchers. A review of studies found women who ate high levels of processed meat had a 9% increased risk…
Is there much benefit in the average person taking over-the-counter probiotics? Research released this week says no — and suggests that in some cases, it could even cause harm. Our guts are home to colonies…
Life is full of bumps and bruises to a certain degree. There are good days, and there are bad days, but you should always do your best to get back up if you’ve been knocked…
A new investigation into seafood fraud in Canada found 44 per cent of nearly 400 fish samples tested from retailers and restaurants in five Canadian cities were not what the label claimed. “We don’t want…
Familiar breakfast foods and snacks contain potentially dangerous amounts of a weed-killing chemical, according to a new study. The study by the U.S.-based Environmental Working Group has found that a number of cereals, granola bars and…
New Spanish research has found that eating your evening meal earlier, or leaving an interval of at least two hours before going to bed, is linked with a lower risk of breast and prostate cancer….
Vegetarians and vegans now account for nearly 10 per cent of Canada’s population, and their increased presence is forcing the restaurant and meat production industries to consider new approaches. According to research from Dalhousie University,…
New research from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine has found an association between processed meats and what they describe as “manic episodes” of hyperactivity, euphoria and insomnia. The researchers analyzed more than 1,000 people…
People who have been hospitalized for mania are much more likely to have eaten nitrate-infused meats than the general public, according to a new study. The study from Johns Hopkins Medicine found that people who had…
Go ahead and have that cup of coffee, maybe even several more. New research shows it may boost chances for a longer life, even for those who down at least eight cups daily. In a study of…
New Canadian research points to possible good news if you love dessert and are counting calories or are concerned about blood-sugar levels. The research, from the University of British Columbia (UBC), suggests calories from sugar can be…
Egg sales in Canada are sizzling, and a recent trend in the fast-food industry is fuelling some of the demand in the country — all-day breakfast. In early 2017, restaurant chains like McDonald’s and A&W…
New European research has found that increasing protein intake may help heart failure patients live longer. Using data from the BIOSTAT-CHF study, which looks at heart failure outcomes in patients across 11 countries in Europe,…
New European research suggests that following a mainly plant-based diet which still includes some meat could provide protection against obesity as we age, even if it is not a completely vegetarian or vegan diet. Previous…
The World Health Organization has released a plan to help countries wipe out trans fats from the global food supply in the next five years. The United Nations agency has in the past pushed to…
New U.S. research has suggested another benefit of following the popular DASH diet, finding that it could help reduce the risk of developing depression. Carried out by researchers at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago,…
McDonald’s Canada hasn’t decided whether to follow its U.S. counterpart in removing cheeseburgers and chocolate milk from Happy Meals. On Thursday, McDonald’s in the U.S. announced that cheeseburgers and chocolate milk will be pulled from its Happy…
If you’re trying to lose weight, simply slowing down when you eat might make a difference. That’s the suggestion from researchers in Japan, who studied possible links between eating habits and weight loss among nearly 60,000 people…
A common amino acid produced in the human body or absorbed from food can be suppressed to stop breast cancer spread in mice, researchers reported Wednesday. They hope the finding may yield a method to prevent cancer…
Montreal is moving to ban the sale of sugary drinks in all of its municipal buildings and one of the city councillors behind the initiative hopes other communities will follow suit. A motion that was…
New research suggests that people suffering from multiple sclerosis may be able to reduce their symptoms by eating a healthy diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Carried out by the Johns Hopkins School…
From sweetened cereals to ready-to-eat meals to packaged breads, ultra-processed foods are increasingly becoming a staple in Canadians’ diets, particularly for children, according to a new survey. The research, conducted by the University of Montreal…
U.S. research has suggested yet another health benefit of drinking coffee, finding that it may decrease the risk of developing heart failure or having a stroke. Previous research has already suggested that drinking coffee may…
Canada’s dietitians and pediatricians are discouraging parents from relying on plant-based drinks — such as rice, coconut and almond milks — as the main beverage for babies and young kids. Dr. Catherine Pound of the…
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning trick-or-treaters not to eat too much black liquorice, saying it contains a compound that could land them in the hospital. The compound glycyrrhizin causes potassium to fall,…
Canadian and Chinese researchers have found evidence to suggest that a healthy gut could be linked to healthy aging. Carried out by researchers from Ontario’s Western University and Lawson Health Research Institute as well as…
Canadian researchers: Detection complicated by popularity of gluten-free diet among many who don’t have illness. Celiac disease is common but mostly goes undiagnosed, say Canadian nutrition researchers who studied the blood work of nearly 3,000 people….
WINNIPEG – It’s great for pasta sauce and for repelling vampires, but the jury’s still out on how effective garlic is at lowering blood pressure. Dr. Peter Jones is the principal investigator in a new…
A large Canadian study has found that contrary to popular belief, a diet that contains a moderate amount of fat is linked to a reduced risk of premature death compared to the much-touted low-fat diet….
Despite advice to the contrary, millennials are still flouting financial conservatism and ordering up avocado toast like there’s no tomorrow. But as it turns out, the smashed up flesh of the fruit isn’t the best part of…
Australian researchers have reported a major breakthrough in the relief of deadly peanut allergy with the discovery of a long-lasting treatment they say offers hope that a cure will soon be possible. In clinical trials…
Acai berries, goji berries, kale, pineapples and now mares’ milk — according to nutritionist Raphaël Gruman, there’s no need to rush out and buy these five trending “superfoods”. Better and less expensive dietary options are…
Lactose intolerance: the most common food intolerance in Asians Lactose intolerance is due to the deficiency of an enzyme called lactase, normally found in the small intestine. When lactase is insufficient, the lactose (milk sugar)…
The fast-food restaurant has added the bacon queso chicken sandwich to its menu, it also offers a better-for-you grilled alternative. We’ve been led to believe that a fast-food chicken sandwich is always better than a…
Defying rain and a tainted egg scandal that has shaken European consumers, a Belgian town has turned nearly 10,000 eggs into a giant omelet for the whole community. Cooks and volunteers whipped up the massive…
New research from Canada suggests that over-60s should eat protein at all three daily meals to help stave off age-related muscle decline, which can contribute to loss of independence and falls. Researchers at McGill University…
Crushing all our spud-related deep-fried dreams, a nutrition study found an association between frequent consumption of fried potatoes and an elevated risk of death. t was just earlier this month, when all our spud-related deep-fried…
A federally funded study has found that 20 per cent of sausages sampled from grocery stores across Canada contained meats that weren’t on the label. The study, published this week in the journal Food Control,…
BOISE, Idaho – Canadian officials say three types of potatoes genetically engineered by an Idaho company to resist the pathogen that caused the Irish potato famine are safe for the environment and safe to eat….
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