Nutrition

Granola bars are so tricky from a nutrition perspective. Many brands have whole grains… but then, they also have a ton of sugar! It can be hard to find the … Read more

Quaker is known for oatmeal—and oats are widely considered a health food. Their healthy soluble fiber has been shown to help lower LDL cholesterol. But what about Quaker’s granola bars? … Read more

Chips have a reputation as junk food… But in truth, not all chips are created equal. After all, nowadays they even have “kale chips”! So, where do tortilla chips fit … Read more

Many people have misconceptions about peanut butter nutrition. For example, many people think peanut butter is very high in protein. But in reality, peanut butter has more fat than protein. … Read more

Did you know: The name “Triscuit” comes from the words “electricity” and “biscuit.” Their early ad campaigns touted how these crackers are “Baked by Electricity.” Interesting, no? But today let’s … Read more

Most protein bars are full of processed ingredients: Vegetable oils, sugar, protein isolate, and more. In contrast, RXBARs list their simple ingredients in big letters on the front of the … Read more

Is it possible to find tortilla chips that actually fit your macros? And if so, are they good for your long-term health, too? Today, let’s take a look at Quest … Read more

Some “multigrain” foods are a bit of a scam. They get associated with whole grains, but some of them are actually a blend of processed grains. Others just have a … Read more

For decades, parents have been trying to get their kids to eat the crust of their sandwiches. Eventually, someone comes along and makes Uncrustables—premade sandwiches without crust. Now the question … Read more

Sugar is bad, right? So making something “Sugar Free” must be an improvement, right? Well, not necessarily. Today, let’s take a look at Red Bull Sugarfree to see if this … Read more

You’ve probably heard at least once that “diet sodas are even worse than regular.” But sometimes, those kinds of headlines can be sensational and over-generalized. Today, let’s look specifically at … Read more

Whenever you see foods or drinks that are “sugar free,” it’s worth checking the details. Often, the replacement ingredients are even worse for you than sugar. Today, we’ll take a … Read more

Have you heard that Switzerland banned Ritz Crackers? It’s actually true. And today, I’m digging into the details of Ritz to give you the full story… Not just in terms … Read more

I’ve been hooked on Weetabix cereal ever since I visited England five years ago. The texture is unlike anything I had growing up, and it can be eaten so many … Read more

The idea of a “protein cookie” is pretty appealing. After all, protein is healthy, and cookies are yummy, right? But today let’s dig into details of one of the leading … Read more

If nutrition didn’t matter at all, I’d probably eat Rice Krispies every day. I love it, and I had a few months when I ate it with peanut butter and … Read more

Did you know Wheat Thins are banned in Japan? Seriously! They are one of the most popular snacks in the U.S., but they can’t even be sold in Japan. Why … Read more

Pasta doesn’t have the best reputation when it comes to nutrition (or weight control). But in reality, different kinds of “pasta” can be much better or worse for you. Today, … Read more

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 … 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 … Read more