23 “healthy” foods that aren’t as harmless as they seem

Special K Blueberry bars, Coke cans and Honey Maid graham crackers are shown, with the calorie content highlighted on the packaging.

Your favorite “healthy” foods may be deceiving you, especially if you look closely at the nutrition facts label. So when these three Redditors asked people to share foods that aren’t as “healthy” as they seem, nutritionists, health experts, and other users blamed everything from the industry’s shoddy practices to the marketing doing most of the … Read more

Little-known ingredients are suddenly appearing everywhere and becoming the fiber powerhouses of healthy snacking

Little-known ingredients are suddenly appearing everywhere and becoming the fiber powerhouses of healthy snacking

Protein may have been in the spotlight last year, but by 2026 fiber will be the nutritional darling of the wellness world. At the heart of the gut health craze is a little-known ingredient that has quietly become a staple in almost every corner of the snack aisle. From prebiotic sodas like Olipop to low-carb … Read more

Is Alani Nu healthy? Nutritionist evaluates caffeine content and adaptogenic ingredients

Alani Nu was founded in 2018 and acquired in 2025 for over $1 billion.

Energy drinks are a rapidly growing market as more young people are cutting back on alcohol in favor of alternative drinks with purported health benefits. One popular brand is Alani Nu, which makes “wellness and fitness products” such as energy drinks and supplements, according to the company’s website. But is Alani Nu energy drink actually … Read more

“Get Healthy with Woz”: Apple Co-Founder Shares Life Philosophy at Mental Health Event

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On Wednesday evening, the basement of the psychology building was packed to capacity as Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak and his wife Janet Wozniak took to the stage for “Wellbeing with Was” for a conversation centered around mental health, happiness, and the philosophy of living a fulfilling life. The event was moderated by Sheryal O’Dell ’25, … Read more

Not all ultra-processed foods are bad, and some are even considered “healthy.”

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For years, people have been hearing the same nutritional advice. Whole foods are healthy; processed foods are unhealthy. The message seems simple and easy to understand. Fresh fruits and vegetables are delicious. Packaged foods are no good. But scientists are now discovering that the story is more complicated. New research shows that not … Read more

Not all ultra-processed foods are bad, and some are even considered “healthy.”

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For years, people have been hearing the same nutritional advice. Whole foods are healthy; processed foods are unhealthy. The message seems simple and easy to understand. Fresh fruits and vegetables are delicious. Packaged foods are no good. But scientists are now discovering that the story is more complicated. New research shows that not … Read more

How Instacart is tackling healthy eating hurdles for consumers and retailers

How Instacart is tackling healthy eating hurdles for consumers and retailers

listen to article 5 minutes This voice is automatically generated. Please let us know if you have any feedback. As consumers look to overcome obstacles toward their healthy eating goals, Instacart sees a unique opportunity to combine the convenience of e-commerce with digital tools like shoppable recipes and category-specific scholarships to help drive sales for … Read more