Nutrition guidance has shifted away from blanket low-fat advice and toward the type of fat on the plate. Registered dietitians and major health organizations say several naturally fatty foods can fit into a regular eating pattern when they replace less healthy options. Continue Reading
Prelude, the Michelin-recognized Southern restaurant inside San Francisco’s Jay Hotel, is set to close on September 19, 2026. The shutdown ends a short run for one of the city’s more closely watched recent restaurant openings. Continue Reading
New U.S. trade actions targeting Canadian alcohol and dairy are set to take effect in phases this September, changing how some imported products reach store shelves. For shoppers, the immediate effect may be less about a line-item tariff and more about availability, substitutions, and pricing in the weeks ahead. Continue Reading
Costco requires a membership for most warehouse purchases, but the company’s own policies confirm that nonmembers can still access some services and make certain purchases. The most overlooked workaround is using a Costco Shop Card, which Costco says allows nonmembers to buy eligible items in warehouses and online. Continue Reading
A 2026 study in Nature Communications found that regular coffee intake appears to alter gut microbes and is linked to changes in inflammation, cognition, and mood-related measures. The findings add to growing evidence that coffee’s effects extend beyond caffeine alone. Continue Reading
U.S. diesel prices have climbed to a record high, raising transportation costs across the food supply chain. Economists and federal data show that if elevated fuel costs persist, shoppers could begin seeing more pressure on grocery prices, especially for perishables. Continue Reading
Research suggests the digits and sounds in a food brand’s name can shape what shoppers expect before the first bite, and those expectations can change how products are judged. Studies cited by marketers and sensory researchers show numeric brand cues can lift perceived quality, sweetness, or performance even when the food itself does not change. Continue Reading
New human evidence suggests the most measurable slowdowns in biological aging may come from moderate, sustained interventions rather than extreme anti-aging regimens. A Yale-led analysis found the strongest signals in prescription drugs, diet, and exercise, while many supplements showed little effect. Continue Reading
Bumble Bee Foods has filed a California WARN notice for 197 permanent layoffs at its Santa Fe Springs facility as the seafood processor prepares to wind down the site. The notice points to another significant reduction in California food manufacturing jobs later this year. Continue Reading
Honeycrisp remains one of the country’s best-known premium apples, but SweeTango is gaining attention for a firmer bite and a more balanced sweet-tart flavor. Industry and university sources show the variety was bred directly from Honeycrisp and introduced as a tightly managed early-season alternative. Continue Reading