Food Culture

The Truth About Ultraprocessed Foods

These products are everywhere. Here's a closer look at the many ways these food products can harm your health — and why it’s worth the effort to avoid them when you can.

By Catherine Guthrie

Cooking & Food Food Addiction

3 Supplement Trends for 2025

One thing is certain about the new year: Trends abound. When it comes to what you consume, these are a few worth noting.

By Experience Life Staff

Food Culture

The Feast of the Seven Fishes

Get out the garlic and gather a crowd for this holiday spread.

By Kate Morgan

Cooking & Food Food Culture

a person eats a plant-based bowl of food.

Can a Plant-Based Diet Improve Health?

Yes, according to a recent study involving identical twins. Here's what the researchers discovered.

By Michael Dregni

Food Culture Nutrition Tips

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Tips for Buying Spices and Condiments at an International Market

You can find a wide variety of spices at international markets — and they tend to be fresher too. Here's what to look for.

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

Food Culture

a woman grocery shops at an international market

How to Shop an International Market

We offer tips to navigate an international market with a greater sense of ease and confidence.

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

Cooking & Food Food Culture

illustration of a Native American woman with with nature's food sources around her

An Indigenous Woman’s Journey to Decolonize Her Diet

In this personal narrative, Kate Nelson, an Alaska Native (Tlingit), shares her journey to decolonize her plate and heal her relationship with food.

By Kate Nelson

Food Culture Inclusive Wellness

In Harmony With Food

Bahram Akradi, CEO and founder of Life Time, shares his thoughts on the importance of food, from its nutritional value to its role in fostering social connections.

By Bahram Akradi

Food Culture

Chef Justin Sutherland on Food, Culture, and the Importance of Community

The chef, TV host, and cookbook author dishes on deepening our connections and celebrating food culture.

By Courtney Lewis Opdahl

Community Food Culture

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How Soil Health Is Connected to Human Health — and So Much More

You may not be able to see them, but the microorganisms in the soil have a major impact on human nutrition and health.

By Kristin Ohlson

Food Culture Nutrition Tips

PUMPING IRONY: Junk Food Jeopardy

Ultraprocessed foods, which first took hold among my baby boomer compatriots, now make up nearly 60 percent of the average American diet. Some experts say our addiction to this fare is lowering our life expectancy.

By Craig Cox

Food Addiction Food Culture

How to Find Real Maple Syrup

Fake maple syrup is often made with corn syrup and artificial flavors. Here's how to ensure your pancakes are drizzled with the real deal.

By Lauren David

Cooking & Food Food Culture

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How to Find Real Parmesan Cheese

Look for real "Parmigiano-Reggiano" cheese instead of products labeled as "Parmesan cheese." Here's why.

By Lauren David

Cooking & Food Food Culture

How to Find Real Olive Oil

Fake extra-virgin olive oil is often diluted with cheaper oils. Here's how to find the real deal.

By Lauren David

Cooking & Food Food Culture

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How to Spot Fake Honey

One-third of the honey on the market today is adulterated or fake. Here's how to ensure your honey is the real deal.

By Lauren David

Cooking & Food Food Culture

How to Find Real Coffee

Watch out for imposters when you're buying ground coffee, and learn how to be sure you're buying the real deal.

By Lauren David

Food Culture Nutrition Tips

kids dishing healthy foods onto school lunch trays

The Current State of School Lunch

Changes in school cafeterias are afoot. Experts offer an update on the progress being made — and the obstacles that remain.

By Katie Dohman

Family/Parenting/Kids Food Culture

Are THC-Infused Drinks Safe?

It may be a bit too soon to know if so-called weed drinks are safe to consume. Learn more.

By Jazz Ward

Food Culture

A picture of Union Hmong Kitchen chef-owner Yia Vang

Food, People, Community: A Q&A With Chef Yia Vang

Union Hmong Kitchen chef Yia Vang has been featured in Bon Appetit and competed on The Iron Chef, but his passion lies in using food to foster relationships and community.

By Casie Leigh Lukes

Community Cooking & Food