Energy density – the number of calories per gram; candy and dried fruit are calorie dense, celery not so much. The more calorie-dense food you eat per volume, the more calories you take in. Speed of ...

Let’s face it: This isn’t the season for deprivation. But let’s also face it: For those of us who fight our weight, the holidays, even the pared-down pandemic version, can be tough. So let me float an ...

“Eat food,* not too much, mainly plants,” (*refers to unprocessed, “real” food). Michael Pollan, author of “The Omnivore’s Dilemma” and other books. Americans of all ages are getting heavier every ...

New evidence suggests a critical evolutionary advantage may disrupt modern-day choices. According to a recent study testing a long-held evolutionary theory, people have a cognitive architecture that ...

Peanut butter's calorie density makes it a valuable tool for healthy weight gain, offering protein, fiber, and healthy fats.

When most people think about fruit, they imagine light, refreshing snacks that barely register on the calorie scale. However, nature has created several fruits that deliver substantial energy ...

If you have ever glanced at the nutrition label on, say, a jar of peanut butter, then you will know that some foods are surprisingly high in calories, even in small quantities. However, while we’ve ...

Your stomach starts growling at 3 PM, and suddenly that bag of chips in the office kitchen becomes irresistible. Sound familiar? The battle between hunger and healthy eating doesn’t have to end in ...

The modern food industry has mastered the art of making unhealthy products appear beneficial through clever marketing strategies that exploit what nutritionists call the “health halo” effect. This ...