In just eight months, David Protein has landed shelf space for its protein bars in more than 3,000 retail locations across the US. Since its September 2024 debut, the startup has been riding a wave of hype around its flagship offering: a protein bar with 28 grams of protein, zero sugar, and just 150 calories.…

When I hear the term “ultra-processed” food, my mind goes directly to what I see in most convenience stores. Sodas, energy drinks, candy bars, pastries and cheese puffs come to mind. These items contain more than their fair share of sugar and/or salt and are sorely lacking in essential nutrients such as protein, vitamins, minerals…

Underserved families in 15 Tennessee counties will be getting a little extra money through the state’s summer nutrition initiative. The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) announced this week that families can get up to an extra $120. The one-time payment will be available to families in 15 counties,  including Rhea and Sequatchie counties. The…

The agency is crafting a definition that could shape food policy nationwide. The federal government plans to develop a new definition of ultraprocessed foods, a wide-ranging group of snacks, meals and drinks that have become a cornerstone of the American diet. Nutrition researchers generally define ultraprocessed foods as industrially manufactured products that include ingredients you…

When I hear the term “ultra-processed” food, my mind goes directly to what I see in most convenience stores. Sodas, energy drinks, candy bars, pastries and cheese puffs come to mind. These items contain more than their fair share of sugar and/or salt and are sorely lacking in essential nutrients such as protein, vitamins, minerals…

Who doesn’t love to eat? As you might can imagine, it takes a lot of work and manpower to feed everyone in a hospital environment. From providing variety, to making sure each patient gets what they need, the employees in Nutrition Services cover all of those bases. In this month’s Wellness on Wheels, Ed Morin,…

Ultra-processed seed oils, like canola oil and sunflower oil, have long been considered heart-healthy cooking fats. But a new wave of health influencers says alternatives like beef tallow are a more natural — and healthier — option. Health editor Mia de Graaf takes a closer look at the science to see if seed oils are…

MEXICO CITY — Talk is cheap when it comes to offering a robust portfolio of nutritionally sound products, which is why Grupo Bimbo SAB de CV has developed four action platforms intended to contribute to the construction of better food systems. The four platforms — positive nutrition, clean labeling, fortification for vulnerable audiences and smart…