“Black Man” chocolate-flavored cookies shaped like a man with braids, a wide nose and big lips are being sold in Romania. The cookies, also available in Turkey and Albania, are the latest in a line of products that profit from racial stereotypes. Remember Obama Waffles, which were sold by a conservative political forum? And who could […]
New data released today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that 1 in 4 (25.1 percent) African American households suffer from hunger. The stats are even higher for Black households with children–nearly 1 in 3 suffered from food insecurity in 2010. “High rates of unemployment have made it difficult for many U.S. households to put food […]
According to researchers at Northwestern University, race and ancestry make Black children twice as likely than white children to be allergic to certain foods like eggs, peanuts and milk. The study, published in the journal Pediatrics, found that about 38 percent of Black children had food sensitivities compared to 22 percent of children. “When the researchers […]
It’s just after lunchtime today and many of us have already stuffed our mouths and bellies full of delicious, healthy fruits and vegetables…yeah, right! If you didn’t choose the healthier route today for your lunch plans, the day’s not quite over yet so you still have time to redeem yourself. Just don’t barrel through a […]
You might be sitting in front of your computer right now reading this and craving an afternoon snack. Potato chips, a Snickers bar, ice cream or a slice of homemade lemon pound cake from yesterday’s Sunday dinner actually sounds pretty good? Hold that thought before you start salivating on your keyboard and mouse pad. What […]
TEXAS-Lakita Evans has started her own restaurant in Texas called “Fat Ho Burgers.” Parent Links: Kim Kardashian Wild Photos Fox Dallas reports: “It’s not calling people a ho. It’s just like they say, ‘Oooh that ho is big,’ or, ‘That ho is tight!’” said Lakita Evans, the restaurant’s owner. The 23-year-old worked her way through […]
MARIE CLAIRE: More than 10 million Americans regularly complain about being bloated. That uncomfortable sensation — the result of air passing through your intestines — is often caused by a tempting culprit: salty and fatty foods. So, what’s safe to eat to keep women from unbuttoning those skinny jeans? Oranges and Watermelons Because water flushes […]
For all of you food lovers out there, it seems like there is always a new science and new discovery when it comes to our favorite foods. Whether its discovering that something else is bad for us, or something is healthy for us to eat, we can always rely on science to help us discover […]
WOMEN’S HEALTH: Grocery shopping just got a whole lot easier! A team of nutritionists tested aisles’ worth of items for an annual roundup of the healthiest, tastiest, and most convenient supermarket finds that won’t break the bank. Haagen-Dazs Fat-Free Cranberry Blueberry Sorbet A refreshing new fat-free treat made with antioxidant-loaded cranberry and blueberry purees. Promotes […]
Georgia — CNN is reporting on a recent trend of people who are considered “middle class” turning to food banks and other government agencies to feed their families. It is perhaps around the holidays, a period of celebration often centered on food, when there is no clearer reminder for many once middle-class families of what […]
Professor Mark Haub lost 30 pounds on a "Junk Food Diet" eating a Twinkie every three hours instead of meals for 10 weeks. Is it really that simple? Find out inside.
