PITTSBURGH, PA — Toastique, a chain that operates gourmet toast and juice bars, will open its first Pittsburgh-area location on Washington Road in Mt. Lebanon near the municipal building. The eatery announced the impending June 7 opening on Facebook. The first 100 guests at the 8 a.m. opening will get $50 reward dollars with a…

Maternal avocado consumption linked to reduced infant food allergy | Image Credit: © eyewave – © eyewave – stock.adobe.com. Maternal consumption of avocado during pregnancy was associated with significantly lower odds of food allergy in infants at 12 months of age, according to findings from a prospective cohort study published in Pediatric Research. The study…

Sorry, Fido — this one’s not for you. The latest TikTok nutrition hack has been dubbed “human kibble” due to its rather striking resemblance to dog food. William Kim (@myfoodisme2) has had tongues — and tails — wagging since he posted his recipe, racking up 6.3 million views and plenty of opinions. The latest TikTok…

Sorry, Fido — this one’s not for you. The latest TikTok nutrition hack has been dubbed “human kibble” due to its rather striking resemblance to dog food. William Kim (@myfoodisme2) has had tongues — and tails — wagging since he posted his recipe, racking up 6.3 million views and plenty of opinions. The latest TikTok…

A newly published clinical feeding study out of South Dakota State University suggests that lean pork can play a central role in plant-forward dietary patterns for aging adults, offering high-quality protein, broad acceptability and alignment with current dietary guidance. The PRODMED study, an 18-week crossover randomized controlled trial published in Current Developments in Nutrition, compared…

Magnesium is an essential mineral that supports hundreds of enzyme reactions that keep our body functioning properly. If you’re not getting enough of this nutrient — which many Americans don’t — you can start by adding magnesium-rich foods to your diet. “Magnesium is what we call a ‘co-factor’ in over 300 different biological processes,” NBC News…

Tacos are the best! There’s nothing greater than a delicious warm tortilla filled with your favorite meat, fish or veggies topped with onions, cilantro, lettuce, tomato and cheese with a dab of hot sauce. Plus, it’s convenient. There’s no shortage of quick fast-food options for tacos, but some should only be enjoyed in moderation because…

After a long week, there’s nothing better than changing into sweatpants and enjoying a slice of pizza hot out of the oven. In fact, approximately 11% of the U.S. population is enjoying this classic comfort food on any given day. But if you’re trying to improve your diet, you might be wondering: What are the…

Berries, like strawberries and raspberries, are among the sweetest and healthiest of fruits. Both bright red berries are packed with nutrients, including fiber, vitamins and natural sugar. But, if you have to choose between strawberries and raspberries, which is healthier? Both types of berries delicious and good for you, so it’s tough to choose. And…

Healthy eating supports healthy aging: Canada’s Food Guide recommends daily intake of fruits and vegetables as a way to help prevent multiple chronic conditions that typically affect older adults. We know that healthy eating is strongly influenced by our social connections and different settings. But aging often brings losses to different social connections that can…