Meat consumption rises as protein trend grows, experts warn
A new survey from two food industry groups shows growing interest in meat as a "healthy" food choice, even as doctors warn that too much red meat can raise health risks.
Apr 14, 2026
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A new survey from two food industry groups shows growing interest in meat as a "healthy" food choice, even as doctors warn that too much red meat can raise health risks.
Apr 14, 2026
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Walk into any grocery store and you'll see it: aisles filled with brightly colored packages containing ready-to-eat meals, quick snacks and flavored drinks—often billed as "healthy." They save time. They're affordable. And ...
Apr 13, 2026
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First it was protein, now it's fiber: the "maxxing" mindset has permeated social media, as wellness influencers insist that loading up on certain nutrients is the key to vitality and a life-changing gut glow-up.
Apr 5, 2026
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Peptides are widely marketed as a kind of "holy grail" for workout recovery and physical performance.
Mar 31, 2026
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Protein-maxxing—the social media-fueled trend of maximizing dietary protein at every opportunity—is showing no sign of slowing. That's in part because the federal government has weighed in with nutrition guidelines that emphasize ...
Mar 27, 2026
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Has the U.S. Department of Agriculture flipped everything you thought you knew about nutrition on its head? At first glance, the newly released dietary guidelines featuring a new food pyramid may seem like a protein-first ...
Feb 27, 2026
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If our bodies are machines and food is fuel, it is safe to say that elite performance requires high-octane nutrition. As the Winter Olympics continue in Italy, the world watches as top athletes display the highest capabilities ...
Feb 19, 2026
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Protein is having a moment, with federal guidelines significantly raising the recommended amount people should eat every day and products ranging from coffee drinks to Pop-Tarts touting enhanced levels of the nutrient. Eating ...
Jan 31, 2026
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Earlier this month, the federal government issued new dietary guidelines that place an emphasis on protein, including red meat; recommend full-fat dairy, and offer less specific guidance on alcohol intake. The new guidelines ...
Jan 22, 2026
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In January, some people start the year by trying to eat fewer animal products. Veganuary, as the campaign is called, began in 2014 and now attracts 25.8 million people worldwide.
Jan 19, 2026
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