But new research by Richard Mattes, professor of foods and nutrition, indicates that humans can indeed taste fat, which would mean that ability is a sixth basic taste. The finding is more than a ...

When it comes to eating for heart health, it’s not always as simple as some foods are “bad” while others are “good”. These ...

says fitness expert "Don't be fooled by 'fat-free', 'low-fat' and 'sugar-free' labels. These products are often hiding ultra-processed ingredients and chemical additives that can make it harder to ...

Dr. Rachel Paul, who has a PhD in nutrition and behaviour change, has revealed the five foods she would avoid if weight loss ...

Low-fat or fat-free One of the side effects of the "war" on fat was a plethora of processed products with reduced amounts of fat. These products typically have labels saying "low-fat," "reduced ...

pick for fat-free or low-fat dairy options. The recommendation is rooted in the belief that saturated fats — often found in animal products like cheese — raise cholesterol levels and increase ...

When you reach for low-fat salad dressing or fat-free snack foods, you’re not doing your health or waistline any favors. “We’ve focused on fat reduction for 40 years, and it’s sent us in ...