When you’re on the go or in a hurry, packaged snacks and meals are tempting. They’re easy to make and taste good. Studies show more and more people around the world are shifting to a diet of ultra-processed foods, even though experts have said for years people should avoid them. And now a new study…

Digital creator Matt Rosenman has made a career out of revealing just how clever marketing campaigns can be. He does so, in part, by showing that even the unhealthiest of foods can be made to appear nutritious. He starts by radically redesigning the branding or packaging of a known product, then highlights certain ingredients or…

Ignore chronic inflammation at your peril. Recognised as a contributor to many deaths globally, half of these are partly attributable to inflammation-related diseases including heart disease, stroke, cancer, and Type 2 diabetes. “Whilst helpful in the short term – as part of the body’s healing process in response to injury or an infection – inflammation…

World Hypertension Day, on May 17, is an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about hypertension, often called a silent killer. This health condition is a leading cause of premature deaths worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 1.28 billion adults aged 30 to 79 are living with hypertension. Sadly, only 46% of these…

The health and wellness industry is strong in the Bay Area. But striving for an industry’s concept of health can backfire. Here’s a Perspective from Emily Sobelman. I’ve struggled with eating for most of my adolescence. When I was nine, a friend told me I looked anorexic, and I took it as a compliment. I…

<!– –> Choose nutrient-dense foods ensures you get the necessary nutrients without excessive calories Mindful eating is a practice rooted in mindfulness, which involves paying full attention to the experience of eating and drinking, both inside and outside the body. It emphasises awareness and a non-judgmental attitude towards food and eating habits. By integrating these…

Encourage children to enjoy a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, such as watermelon, berries, cucumbers, and bell peppers. These foods are hydrating, rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and help replenish electrolytes lost through sweat (Image: Canva) During summer vacations, children are often more active, engaging in outdoor activities and sports. Proper nutrition plays…

There’s a big change happening with your food. Steadily, farms are being switched out for labs, crops with vertical walls of food, and meats with cultured cells, but now there’s a new option gaining traction – protein made from air. This is by no means a new invention – Solar Foods launched its product known…