Arrrrrr are you kidding me? Scurvy, a vitamin C deficiency disease that plagued sailors and pirates centuries ago, appears to be making a resurgence thanks to the rising cost of living and the popularity of weight-loss surgery, a new study finds. “Scurvy is still seen as a disease of the past, especially in developed countries,” […]
Record-high steak prices have forced savvy Big Apple restaurants to serve cheaper options — like steak fries — to lure cash-conscious consumers who still crave a red meat fix, Side Dish has learned. The popular French-inspired fare, usually made with a less expensive cut of steak such as hanger or sirloin, has appeared alongside pricier […]
About one in five people will develop cancer in their lifetime. While many factors, such as age and family history, are beyond our control, we can lower the risk of cancer with a healthy diet. Free radicals, reactive chemicals that damage our cells, are believed to contribute to the development of cancer. Antioxidants protect the […]
According to a recent study, the average American consumes over 36,000 grams of sugar per year. The survey of 2,000 Americans found that the average person ingests 99 grams of sugar a day, which is more sugar than there is in two 12-ounce cans of soda. Over the course of a year, that adds up […]
It’s time to iron out your meal plan. A study published in August found that more than half the world does not consume enough micronutrients essential for health, including calcium, iron and vitamins C and E. Now, California gastroenterologist Saurabh Sethi is sharing five signs that your body needs more nutrition – brittle nails, twitching […]
The New York Post may receive revenue from affiliates and advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase There really is a meal kit out there for everyone. Is EveryPlate for you? I wanted to find out for myself, and after testing 23 different meal kit companies over four years, it […]
The price of chocolate can make you feel bad about buying sweets. Instead of filling buckets with copious amounts of chocolate, kids will go home with gummies and more fruit-flavored treats and tarts. Cocoa prices are rising, prompting companies to shift gears from chocolate confections this season to candy-centric ones. Cocoa prices are rising, prompting […]
it’s tacos the city. A Mexico City taqueria made history in May when it was awarded its first Michelin star, and now the taco stand — still the only one in the world with the coveted price tag — is coming to the Big Apple for a limited time. The humble, family-owned El Califa de […]
It is spice that has a price. Every year, Americans look forward to pumpkin spice season, but it turns out they’re often spending a lot more money on the beloved fall flavor. A study by LendingTree has uncovered the “pumpkin spice tax,” revealing that pumpkin-flavored products cost an average of 7.4% more than non-pumpkin alternatives […]
Young Americans are hungry to assert their social dominance—and they’re using food to do it. Expensive foods are the latest status symbol for cash-strapped Gen Z members who can’t afford traditional indicators of wealth, including expensive cars and designer clothes. $19 fruit smoothies from upscale supermarket Erewhon and $45 fries are among the most coveted […]