Lifestyle/Food
FDA Eases Food Color Rules, Allowing āNo Artificial Colorsā Label Despite Additivesš„61
- ā¢New rule allows āno artificial colorsā labels if dyes arenāt petroleum-based
- ā¢Titanium dioxide still permitted under the change
- ā¢Decision follows 2025 efforts to phase out synthetic dyes
- ā¢Critics warn rule will confuse and mislead consumers
Parents Struggle as Gen Alphaās Sushi Cravings Bite Into Family Budgetsš„48
- ā¢Calgary mother spends up to \$150 per sushi outing with her two children.
- ā¢Generation Alpha developing refined tastes for sushi and omakase meals.
- ā¢U.S. retail sushi sales reached \$2.9B in 2025, a 7% annual increase.
- ā¢Restaurants see packed family crowds during early dinner hours.
Reeseās Heir Accuses Hershey of Cheapening Iconic Candy, Igniting Family Disputeš„62
- ā¢He claims milk chocolate has been replaced with compound coatings made from vegetable oils.
- ā¢Reese also alleges real peanut butter has been swapped for peanut-butter flavored cremes in certain items.
- ā¢He says he is embarrassed as a Reese family member, arguing quality fell while prices stayed the same and sizes may have shrunk.
- ā¢Hershey maintains that original Reeseās Peanut Butter Cups are still made with milk chocolate and peanut butter.
Limaās Culinary Rise: Beyond Ceviche and Pisco, A Rich Tapestry of Flavors Awaitsš„49
- ā¢The cityās cuisine goes far beyond ceviche and pisco sours, drawing on Indigenous, Spanish, Chinese, and Japanese influences.
- ā¢Everyday dishes such as lomo saltado, aji de gallina, causa, and anticuchos are central to local eating habits.
- ā¢Street food stalls and traditional markets play a key role, providing affordable meals and livelihoods for thousands of small vendors.
- ā¢Lima hosts highly ranked fineādining restaurants that spotlight Peruvian biodiversity and regional ingredients on tasting menus.
Mangoes Lead the Pack with 45g Sugar; Avocados Among the Lowest at 0.5g per Fruit in New Sugar Breakdownš„61
- ā¢Mangoes lead with up to 45 grams of sugar per fruit, highlighting high sweetness and notable calorie contribution.
- ā¢Grapes contain about 23 grams of sugar per cup, making portion size a consideration for sugar-sensitive diets.
- ā¢Cherries contribute roughly 18 grams of sugar per cup.
- ā¢Pears and watermelon each average about 17 grams of sugar per medium serving.
Foods That Outperform Eggs in Protein Powerš„62
- ā¢Chickpeas have approximately 8 grams of protein per half cup.
- ā¢Lentils deliver 8 grams of protein per half cup.
- ā¢Quinoa provides around 7.5 to 8 grams of protein per cooked cup.
- ā¢Shelled pumpkin seeds offer 8.5 to almost 9 grams of protein per ounce.
Kerala Named 2026ās Top Culinary Hotspot by Lonely Planetš„55
- ā¢The state is highlighted as a top global culinary destination.
- ā¢A video by local expert Govind Pallipurath accompanies the feature.
- ā¢The film tours the backwaters of Alappuzha and the streets of Kochi.
- ā¢Keralaās cuisine reflects centuries of spice trade and cultural exchange.