Canada is expanding direct grocery relief for millions of households, while the U.S. relies more heavily on targeted nutrition programs. The difference says a lot about how each country tries to make food more affordable. Continue Reading
Consumer Reports says the federal government is not tracking foodborne outbreaks well enough after the 2026 Cyclospora outbreak tied to recalled iceberg lettuce. The advocacy group is pressing for restored CDC surveillance and a faster rollout of FDA traceability rules. Continue Reading
Black Bear Diner’s Davis location served its last customers on March 29, ending a 17-year run in the college town. The closure trims the chain’s California footprint even as the company continues to pursue expansion in other states. Continue Reading
Dietitians and federal health sources say the biggest problem with morning supplements is often timing, not the vitamin itself. Fat-soluble vitamins, magnesium, iron, and some multivitamins may be harder on the stomach or less effective when taken first thing without food. Continue Reading
Viral cooking videos are no longer just influencing what Americans make for dinner. They are also changing which pans, jars, organizers, and small appliances end up in home kitchens. Continue Reading
Cutting back on salt can lower blood pressure, but the biggest surprise is that the response is not all-or-nothing. Cardiologists say sodium matters a lot, yet it works best as part of a broader strategy that includes potassium, better food choices, and sometimes medication. Continue Reading
New federal price data shows one of the most-watched grocery staples is getting cheaper, even as beef, milk and overall food costs keep climbing. The August shift is less about a cheaper cart overall and more about which items are driving household budgets now. Continue Reading
Late summer is the perfect time to reset how you shop, store, and freeze food before fall routines make waste more expensive. A few simple steps now can protect your budget and keep more groceries out of the trash. Continue Reading
Labor Day meat promotions can lower sticker prices, but federal food-safety guidance says the most important thing to verify before buying is whether you can safely store and cook what you bring home. USDA guidance centers on one tool: a food thermometer to confirm meat reaches a safe internal temperature. Continue Reading
A tiny fast-food charge can spark a big reaction when customers see it as unfair, confusing, or symbolic of a broader surge in surprise fees. The backlash says as much about trust and transparency as it does about the dime itself. Continue Reading