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

President Trump appoints Surgeon General to sell supplements containing ingredients banned by Department of Defense

President Trump appoints Surgeon General to sell supplements containing ingredients banned by Department of Defense

An herbal supplement being sold by President Donald Trump’s nominee for surgeon general contains ingredients banned by the U.S. military and health experts warn can cause liver damage. Dr. Nicole Safier’s record of selling nutritional supplements, which are poorly regulated in the United States, has raised concerns among doctors and consumer advocacy groups, some of … 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