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Buzz Feed
12 hours ago
- Health
- Buzz Feed
Aging Millennials Share Foods Their Bodies Reject Now
You think we'd have seen it coming — the moment our favorite foods turned against us. But for a lot of millennials, it still feels like a personal betrayal. So when u/TheCIAandFBI asked, "Alright millennials, what foods have you found yourself forced to give up due to aging?" the responses were painfully relatable. From dairy disasters to red sauce regrets, here are some of the funniest, most dramatic, and all-too-real replies: "For me, it's bananas and any sort of beans. Bananas make me feel like I've been punched in the stomach, and black beans will have me nearly immobile from discomfort (and it isn't IBS — I got checked!). It's simply the fact that I am, despite what I tell people, getting older..." "I think alcohol and I are breaking up. I'm a 'one and done' when I used to be the person who got a round of shots." "It should be cheese, but I refuse to go gentle into that good night." "Not give up, but I've drastically reduced my dairy intake. Long gone are the days where I could eat an entire cheesecake by myself." "I'm in Minnesota. Imagine my sadness as I say…ranch." "Coffee. It messes with the acidity of my stomach, makes digestion incomplete, and gives me skin issues. I've bad eczema since I was 16. It's not like it suddenly started at 40. It just took me that long to figure out it was coffee." "Corn. And red sauce of any kind after 5:30 p.m." "High fructose corn syrup — 20-plus years. Soy lecithin — two-plus years. I've more or less stopped eating heavily processed and preserved foods, so most junk candy, cereal, instant meals, etc. I could go on." "Not so much forced to give up, but many foods I used to love now taste terrible. Little Debbie, Hostess, Mrs. Tasty, Kool-Aid, Hawaiian Punch — so many other lunchbox staples haven't tasted good in years. I don't know if the recipes changed or if my taste buds did. I still love other sweets." "Baked goods. I love them, but they don't love me back. It's like baked goods suck the life out of me, drain me of every ounce of energy. Everything else I didn't mind — red meat was never a big thing for me. I stopped drinking nine years ago as I'd had enough of hangovers. I always liked vegetables and was vegetarian for 15 years, so eating more plant-based made it easy not to feel like I had to give up anything. But baked goods, man…" "Buffalo sauce." "The gluten caught up to me a couple of years ago and started sending me to the hospital. I thought it was dairy at first, but nope — just wheat (thank god). Annoying, but it's led to a healthier diet overall for me." "Gummies. If I have more than three Fuzzy Peaches, it's bad news." "Eggs. Had food poisoning symptoms for a year and a half. Became really anemic and weak. Did every GI test and everything was fine. It wasn't until I took a food sensitivity test to see what to start eliminating that I got better." "My family has a history of diabetes and acid reflux, so pretty much all the fun stuff." "Pop-Tarts and sugary breakfast cereals. Loved them in my 20s, would go through phases where I'd eat them for a month or two out of the year in my 30s. In my 40s, I can't. They don't taste as good as they used to and I feel like trash the rest of the day." "I grew up in the Southern US. Love spicy food with all my heart. Now, if I have one spicy thing every four months, I'll regret it for twice as long." "Funny story — yesterday, my husband came home with a Slim Jim and I said, 'Hey, did you get this for me? You can't have these anymore because of your tummy troubles.' His facial expression rapidly displayed all the stages of grief." "Chips. But specifically Doritos. I used to have a bad habit of eating an entire bag in one sitting and then tossing and turning in bed with indigestion later." "Mine is sugar in any detectable quantity. High fructose corn syrup especially kills me. I've even been tested for diabetes and insulin resistance due to how badly sugar affects me. Turns out I metabolize sugar too well, and then it messes up the equilibrium, leaving me with not enough sugar." "Fish — which is really, really sad, as I grew up in Taiwan and ate a ton of it growing up. I have an allergy now, and can't even touch it without feeling like death is running through me." "Pasta dishes." "I'm 33, with IBS and GERD. I've given up leafy vegetables, beans, beef, pork, onions, and peppers. I've also developed an egg allergy in my old, old age, so anything delicious is out. I'm surviving on turkey and fruit most weeks." Well, getting older might mean saying goodbye to cheese, but at least we all seem to be in this together. What foods have you had to give up (or dramatically cut back) as you've aged? Drop your own stories in the comments below!
Miami Herald
5 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Miami Herald
Upstart nutrition brand rivals Red Bull with unusual energy drink
I'm not a health nut by any stretch of the imagination, but I have worked with a nutritionist to learn how to better fuel my body. I now pay attention to macros - particularly protein - on food and beverage labels. My go-to breakfast most days is a chocolate protein shake that knocks out much of my daily protein intake goal before 9 a.m. Although I have slacked off from following my nutritionist-approved food plan, I still read labels. Whenever I see a more protein-rich version of a food or beverage I consume, it will go into my cart, especially if it's from a brand I already know and like. But I'll even give a new brand a second glance if it means getting in more nutrients. I recently switched to a new Greek yogurt brand because it somehow manages to cram a whopping 20 grams of protein into that little container. Related: $500M supplement brand lands Target and Walmart in 2 years I know I'm not nearly as serious about reading food and beverage labels as gym rats devoted to sculpting their pecs or abs. But I'm also probably not alone in my shopping approach of opting for items with a nutrient boost. And that's exactly what one nutrition brand is banking on with its new product launch. Image source: Horwood/Getty Images Performance nutrition brand Ryse is known for its supplements, protein powders, and energy drinks. Ryse Fuel is the official energy drink of the Buffalo Sabres, and collaborations with iconic flavors like Kool-Aid, Country Time Lemonade, and SunnyD have also helped expand the brand's reach. But to nab more of the energy drink market share from the likes of Red Bull and Monster, Ryse will soon be selling a sugar-free flavored energy drink with a boost of protein and prebiotics. Related: Red Bull adds a flavor Coca-Cola and Pepsi don't offer This latest product is the result of over a year spent testing and refining a formula. But Ryse has higher hopes than just presenting a new product to thirsty consumers. It wants to break through to a whole new category of healthy energy drinks. For the macro-counting crowd, this new product isn't meant to replace a morning or pre- or post-workout protein shake. And that's the whole point: This new energy drink is a light and refreshing way to get a boost of protein without the heaviness (and let's be honest, sometimes chalkiness) of a protein shake. More Retail: Huge retail chain closing more stores soon (locations revealed)Struggling drugstore chain announces second bankruptcyBeloved discount grocery chain has massive US plans "We weren't trying to create another milk-based or high-protein drink with caffeine. We set out to build a smarter energy drink," said Ryse CEO Nic Stella in a press release. "This is about offering real functional benefits: clean energy, a boost of protein, and prebiotics for gut health, all in one crave-worthy can." Red Bull and Monster Energy have long been go-to brands for those looking for a way to beat an afternoon slump or to keep partying through the night. But the important thing to remember here is that Ryse is a nutrition brand first and foremost. So not only does this drink contain functional whey isolate protein, but it's also got good-for-the-gut prebiotics, an ingredient that's currently trending in the soda space with brands like Poppi. It's also got 150 milligrams of natural caffeine for the boost people want in an energy drink, but it ditches the sugar - another plus in the healthy column. There's definitely a demand for energy drinks. In 2024 alone, the Austrian-born Red Bull sold 12.67 billion cans of its famous energy drink worldwide. That's a whole lot of energy and, depending on your choice of can, a whole lot of sugar. While Red Bull and other energy drink makers like Rockstar and Monster Energy do offer sugar-free options, it's pretty clear that Ryse would love to grab at least some of those consumers. The company aims to expand sales nationwide. Right now, Ryse drinks, powders, and supplements are sold in 30,000 stores across the country - places like Target, Walmart, GNC, The Vitamin Shoppe, and select Circle Ks. And for now, the extra nutrients don't come with an extra charge. Ryse plans to keep the new cans at the same price point as other energy drink competitors. Related: 3 popular beverages discontinued, won't be in stores The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Sky News AU
6 days ago
- Politics
- Sky News AU
‘Neo-Marxist Kool-Aid': Southern Poverty Law Center puts youth group on hate map
Newsweek Senior Editor-at-Large Josh Hammer reacts to the Southern Poverty Law Center putting conservative youth group Turning Point USA on their hate map. 'They've paid up a lot of money in defamation lawsuits over the years for things exactly like that,' Mr Hammer told Sky News host Rita Panahi. 'This organisation, to put it mildly, they have lost their way. 'The problem is that, like so many once liberal institutions, they drank the woke identitarian identity politics neo-Marxist Kool-Aid with every ounce of their being. 'They have turned into the very monsters that once upon a time, very long ago, they opposed.'
Toronto Star
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Star
Seth Rogen's brilliant comedy series, an alt-country gem and a charming standup: what the Star's Culture team recommends this week
TV: 'The Studio' Rarely has a comedy series been this nerve-wracking. 'The Studio,' Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg's hilarious, very inside send-up of Hollywood moviemaking is all the more striking for its long takes and constantly moving camera, which bring anxiety to even the quietest of scenes (and there aren't many of those, as this show is pitched extremely high). Highlights include the casting of a Kool-Aid movie and Bryan Cranston's delirious homage to Terry Kiser's greatest role. Apple TV Plus just released the season finale, so time for a binge. —Doug Brod
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Kraft Heinz to explore ‘strategic transactions' as sales decline
This story was originally published on Food Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Food Dive newsletter. Kraft Heinz said Tuesday it is evaluating 'potential strategic transactions' as the ketchup and Lunchables maker looks to turn around a decline in sales. The CPG giant did not provide additional details, including a timetable for a decision or whether the review will result in a transaction. 'At Kraft Heinz, our goal has always been to make high-quality, great-tasting food for all and to keep consumers at the forefront of all we do, enabling us to drive profitable long-term growth and value creation,' CEO Carlos Abrams-Rivera said in a statement. 'Consistent with this goal, over the past several months we have been evaluating potential strategic transactions to unlock shareholder value.' The food manufacturer, which reported net sales of $26 billion last year, has been aggressively innovating its portfolio as it aims to generate $2 billion in incremental net sales by 2027. It's taken several of its key brands into closely related and trendy categories, bringing Philadelphia into cream cheese frosting and Crystal Light into the alcohol space with a hard seltzer line. But Kraft Heinz has seen total revenue decline for six straight quarters. The owner of the Kool-Aid and Oscar Mayer said in April that organic sales, which removes currency changes and other items, are expected to decline 1.5% to 3.5% during its 2025 fiscal year. Previously it forecast sales to be flat to down 2.5% from the prior 12 months. Similar to other packaged food companies, Kraft Heinz has seen cash-strapped consumers cut down on spending due to inflation. At the same time, product demand has suffered as shoppers prioritize offerings viewed as healthier or reduce how much they eat due to the use of GLP-1 weight loss drugs. Robert Moskow, an analyst with TD Cowen, said in a note to investors that Kraft Heinz's strategic review likely means the company will look to divest some of its brands. In the past, Kraft Heinz appeared to have considered selling coffee and meats, which includes products such as Maxwell House and Oscar Mayer, according to Moskow. He noted these brands fall under Kraft Heinz's 'balance' platform that includes businesses considered to be highly scaled and strong cash generators, but highly exposed to private label and commodity volatility. The balance segment makes up 25% of the company's sales. 'We, too, believe KHC should slim down its portfolio,' Moskow said. Kraft Heinz also on Tuesday announced that Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway will no longer hold seats on its board. The food manufacturer said Timothy Kenesey and Alicia Knapp have stepped down due to their ties to the high-profile holding company. Their decision to leave the board was 'not the result of any disagreement with management or the Board related to the Company's operations, policies or practices,' Kraft Heinz added. Update: Adds TD Cowen analyst comment Recommended Reading Kraft Heinz names Pedro Navio president of North American operations Sign in to access your portfolio
