Does Pink Slime Freak You Out, Too?

March 12, 2012 by  
Filed under Hot Topics, Nutrition, ShoutOut






Have you guys heard about this whole pink slime in ground beef thing? Ew. Just ew. According to recent reports, the cheap meat filler is estimated to be in 70 percent of the ground beef sold at supermarkets and up to 25 percent of American hamburger patties. Yeah, that’s a lot of meat. While the beef [...]

Checking Out McDonald’s Asian Chicken Salad (Wanna Try It?)

June 30, 2011 by  
Filed under Eating Out, Giveaways, Past Giveaways






When you’re eye-crossingly busy putting in a full day’s work before trying to squeeze in a workout, it can be tough to get a healthy meal on the table. While fast food isn’t always the healthiest option, you do have a choice as to whether you pick the high-calorie No.1 or a healthier item on [...]

Scientists Say Beware of Starbucks’ Trenta

January 28, 2011 by  
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Before you make your next Starbucks order a “Trenta”—the new mega drink size unveiled by the cafe chain—you might want to ask your waistline how it feels about it. An analysis by Loyola University Health System in Chicago claims the giant drink, which can pack as many as 230 calories a pop, could lead everyday [...]