Tyler McFarland

Everybody knows fruits and veggies are healthy. But we can get in trouble if we assume that means everything made from them are healthy. Vegetable oil, for example, is much less healthy than whole veggies… So, what about a fruit-based drink like Jumex? Jumex nectars are not very healthy. They have around 36 to 41 … Read more

Did you know: Eggo was originally a mayonnaise brand. Really! Only later did the company expand into their now-famous waffles. They’re super convenient—much faster than homemade waffles. But how do they stack up nutritionally? Are Eggo waffles healthy? Eggo waffles are not very healthy. The main ingredients are processed white flour, vegetable oil, and in … Read more

As a vegan of 14 years, I’m always happy to see more “vegan cheese” options arrive in stores. But just because something is vegan doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Today, let’s look in-depth at one vegan cheese brand—Violife—and see how it stacks up nutritionally. Violife vegan cheese has similar amounts of calories, saturated fat, and sodium … Read more

Fried food is notoriously unhealthy. But what if you fry a healthy food like tofu? Do the pros outweigh the cons? Or is it just as bad as any other fried food? Basically, is fried tofu healthy? Fried tofu is high in protein and lower in saturated fat than most meat. However, it is high … Read more

It seems like everyone today wants to debate whether “fake meat” is healthy. But the actual truth is that some of it is, and some of it isn’t. We need to be more precise with our questions. So today we’re looking closer at black bean burgers. Are they healthy? Black bean burgers are lower in … Read more

I used to eat ramen noodles without the seasoning all the time. I figured it’s at least lower in sodium that way, and hey—it’s cheap and tasty! But eventually, I realized the problem with ramen noodles goes much deeper than the seasoning packet. Ramen noodles without the seasoning packet are still unhealthy. Compared to regular … Read more

When it comes to nut milk, the most popular choice is almond milk. But is it really the best? Recently, macadamia milk has been making a splash. In fact, it was dubbed “Best Overall” Non-Dairy Milk of 2021 from Very Well Fit for its creamy taste. But is it a healthy choice, too? Macadamia milk … Read more

I’ve used Better Than Bouillon for years, and I can tell you it is delicious and convenient. It lasts a long time in the fridge, and everyone seems to love the taste. But how does it compare to other broth options as far as nutrition? Is Better Than Bouillon healthy? Better Than Bouillon contains real … Read more

Adding heavy cream or half and half to your coffee is a quick way to add a bunch of saturated fat and calories. But are non-dairy creamers really any better for you? Or are they just processed junk? Non-dairy creamer typically has fewer calories and less saturated fat than heavy cream or half and half. … Read more

Popcorn is often mentioned as a healthy, low-calorie snack option. But it really comes down to the details. We all know that movie theater popcorn with extra butter isn’t healthy. So where does kettle corn fit into the picture? Is kettle corn healthy? Kettle corn contains whole grain popcorn with some fiber. However, all the … Read more