It’s safe to say that when a Monday morning rolls around, there’s nothing quite like sipping on a cup of coffee to wake you up. In fact, sometimes it feels so important that you head straight for the coffee pot before drinking water or eating breakfast. But for those who […]
Drinks
10 famous Arizona foods and drinks and the stories behind them
Arizona’s culinary influences range wide, from its rich desert geography to its deep history with the Mexican border state of Sonora. Many communities call Arizona home, including more than 20 different Native American tribes, immigrants from around the world and out-of-state transplants chasing the sun. All together, they have shaped Arizona’s […]
Milkweed butterflies tear open caterpillars and drink them alive
Not all caterpillars grow up to be beautiful butterflies. Some become living milkshakes for their dads, who guzzle caterpillar body fluids to attract the ladies. Recently, scientists reported the first evidence of butterflies sipping from the bodies of caterpillars — dead and alive. They observed adult milkweed butterflies in North […]
Drinking Tea May Reduce the Risk of This Cancer, Says New Study
One study recently showed that a particular kind of tea may prevent the formation of painful kidney stones. Now, a new study suggests that tea may offer some protection against a type of cancer that affects nearly 200,000 new patients every year. For a study just published in the British […]
Popular Drinks That Increase Inflammation, Says Science
When we think about trying to fight inflammation, it’s important to look at the whole picture. While there are foods and drinks we can consume that are anti-inflammatory, “there really is no one specific food, beverage or ingredient that causes inflammation,” says Amy Goodson, MS, RD, CSSD, LD. The issue […]
8 Best Drinks for Weight Loss
The best drink for weight loss is water since it has zero calories and can keep you hydrated. Other weight loss drinks include coffee, green tea, kefir, and vegetable juice. If you’re trying to lose weight, avoid high-calorie, sugary drinks like soda and fruit juice. Visit Insider’s Health Reference library […]
The One Breakfast Drink That Lowers Your Blood Pressure, Says Dietitian
Maintaining normal levels of blood pressure is a vital way to keep yourself healthy. Your blood pressure levels measure just how much force your blood is putting on the walls of your arteries throughout the day, so having too much of this pressure can become a problem. When you have […]
Charlotte drinks a lot of beer. Here’s how much.
Eight Charlotte breweries poured and sold a total of 210,000+ pints of beer in July. The city, we should say, has 35+ breweries. Why it matters: Every time a new brewery is announced, you’ll see a slew of comments to the tune of “we don’t need another brewery.” But Charlotte, you’re […]
Halsey, Russell Westbrook, Bryce Hall among celebs investing in Dallas-based Poppi drink company
Dallas-based Poppi continues to grow with investments from TikTok stars, pro athletes and musicians including Halsey and Russell Westbrook. The company is set to announce the expansions next week as it closes on a $13 million funding round led by celebrity investors and consumer goods investment firm, CAVU Ventures. Poppi […]
Study shows evidence of beer drinking 9,000 years ago in Southern China
Painted pottery vessels (from Qiaotou platform mound) for serving drinks and food. Credit: Jiajing Wang. Alcoholic beverages have long been known to serve an important socio-cultural function in ancient societies, including at ritual feasts. A new study finds evidence of beer drinking 9,000 years ago in southern China, which was […]