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Outrage Over Pesticides Is Alienating Some Trump Voters

Food Babe and her MAHA followers rally in Washington to call out White House support of the Roundup maker.

April 22, 2026

April 22, 2026

MAHA’s Hopes for Healthier School Lunches Collide With Trump’s Spending Cuts

“We’re managing pennies.” Cafeterias are being pushed to serve healthier meals with less money.

MAHA’s Hopes for Healthier School Lunches Collide With Trump’s Spending Cuts

April 14, 2026

April 14, 2026

Unilever Bets Big on Gummies as Next Frontier in Wellness

The company’s billion-plus-dollar Grüns acquisition comes as consumers shun packaged food and swoon over supplements.

Unilever Bets Big on Gummies as Next Frontier in Wellness

February 11, 2026

February 11, 2026

Fibermaxxing Is a Diet Trend Even Nutritionists Can Love

Fiber-boosted sodas, mac and cheese, and even candy are showing up on supermarket shelves.

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January 2, 2026

January 2, 2026

Ozempic Users Actually Spend More Dining Out. Smart Restaurants Are Adapting

The weight loss revolution could be a good thing for the food service industry.

Ozempic Users Actually Spend More Dining Out. Smart Restaurants Are Adapting

October 3, 2025

October 3, 2025

Why America’s Fridges Are Overflowing With Sauce

The pandemic is over, but households are still stocked up on fancy ketchups and chili crisp like the world could end tomorrow.

Why America’s Fridges Are Overflowing With Sauce

September 15, 2025

September 15, 2025

The Boom in ‘Better for You’ Kid Snacks Is Worse for Parents

They’re pricier. Nutritional claims are often laughable. And there’s no guarantee your children will eat them.

The Boom in ‘Better for You’ Kid Snacks Is Worse for Parents

August 20, 2025

August 20, 2025

Taco Bell’s Not-So-Secret Sauce: An Endless Stream of New Stuff

The (sort-of) Mexican chain is introducing twice as many dishes this year as last, which keeps customers coming back.

Taco Bell’s Not-So-Secret Sauce: An Endless Stream of New Stuff

July 28, 2025

July 28, 2025

Cage-Free Eggs Are Booming in the US, Despite Cost and Trump’s Efforts

The premium-priced product is more popular than ever in the US, and there’s not much a DOJ lawsuit can do about it.

Cage-Free Eggs Are Booming in the US, Despite Cost and Trump’s Efforts

June 30, 2025

June 30, 2025

SNAP Cuts in Big Tax Bill Will Hit a Lot of Trump Voters Too

More than 40 million people relied on the food-assistance program in 2024, or about 12% of the population. Many are located in red districts represented by legislators who support gutting the aid.

SNAP Cuts in Big Tax Bill Will Hit a Lot of Trump Voters Too

June 6, 2025

June 6, 2025

What America’s Pizza Economy Is Telling Us About the Real One

Higher-end pies are still selling, but for lower-income consumers even frozen pizza is becoming a luxury.

What America’s Pizza Economy Is Telling Us About the Real One