Food Detectives on Food Network is going to be awesome and here is why:

Has your mom ever told you that a swallowed piece of gum stays in your stomach for seven years? Can an apple a day really keep your doctor away? Old wives’ tales and food myths like these are put to the test on the quirky new Food Network show Food Detectives. (more…)

How many carbs are in watermelon? How much sugar does watermelon contain? Before I answer those questions, take a look at the pics above. 100 grams is a relatively small piece of watermelon, but it contains a pretty good amount of carbs and sugar. (more…)

Who is a part-time vegan? It is a person who periodically refrains from consuming animal products, including dairy. But why bother with it? I would not, but in case you are interested, here is the deal:

What a part-time vegan is all about A traditional vegan eschews all animal foods, as well as leather and fur. Many are motivated by ethical issues; others seek health benefits.

But compromise is possible. Take Jennifer Lasalle Edwards, 35, of Aurora, Colorado, who wanted to feel better physically without giving up some of her favorite foods. (more…)

What kind of people discuss global food crisis over an 18-course meal? Oh, that’s right, certain world leader do that during an annual G8 summit in Japan.

How farked up is that?

At least the menu looks mostly nutritious, no corn syrup there. “Milk-fed lamb flavored with herbs and mustard, and roast lamb flavored with cepes and black truffleâ€? is something I would go with. (more…)

Instead of chips, try rice cakes To satisfy a craving for something crunchy, snack on a 70-calorie serving of 10 mini rice cakes instead of a 152-calorie handful of potato chips. (more…)

Anyone with a sweet tooth in Los Angeles will be happy to learn Crumbs Bake Shop has opened a second West Coast location! (more…)

Goji berry, the skin-care and healthy food ingredient du jour, has popped up in cleansers, anti-aging creams, numerous drinks and lip glosses. But goji berry may have a hidden perk. (more…)

Is it true? Are eggs bad for you? Twenty-five years ago, it was not unusual for guys wanting to get huge to drink shakes containing 10 raw eggs mixed with protein powder and whole milk. Blood cholesterol often went through the ceiling – not to mention an increased risk of salmonella poisoning.

Recent studies from Harvard and Japan showed no link between heart attack, stroke and egg consumption. Just when you thought it was safe to eat an omelet every day, a new study showed otherwise. (more…)