Alfredo sauce recall spans 41 states in FDA’s most serious classification

A recall on alfredo sauce sold across much of the United States was placed in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) most serious classification.

Cattle herd ‘fix’ is taking years longer than predicted, CEO warns amid historic beef shortage

America’s historic beef shortage may not ease anytime soon as the U.S. cattle herd remains at its lowest level in more than seven decades, keeping pressure on prices even as consumers continue to buy beef at elevated levels.

Eating 5 fruits and vegetables a day may not be enough for heart health, study finds

When it comes to eating fruits and vegetables for heart health, the choice of fruits and vegetables may be just as important as how many they eat, new research suggests.

A state-by-state look at who spends the most and least on fast food

With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food.

Study that finds no benefits from alcohol left out of US health guidelines

A study that looked at the health risks of alcohol was released independently this week, after the Trump administration omitted the findings from new U.S. dietary guidelines. 

Date fruit sales in U.S. skyrockets as shoppers seek healthier foods

One of human history's oldest-cultivated foods is having a moment as more people reach for healthier alternatives to ultra-processed foods.

Texas investigates protein powder manufacturers following heavy metal reports

Texas is officially investigating protein powder manufacturers after independent studies revealed shockingly high levels of toxic heavy metals in popular products.

Aperí at Paggi House
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Aperí will operate from 3 PM to 9 PM. Thursday through Sunday on Paggi House’s patio, offering a pre-dinner refuge where guests are invited to slow down and open a bottle in a relaxed environment. 

Judge halts Trump SNAP state restrictions: What to know

A federal judge halted the Trump administration’s efforts to force states to comply with certain conditions in order to get billions of dollars in SNAP funding.

Disaster declaration for New World screwworm
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has signed a new statewide disaster declaration after a parasitic pest once eradicated in the US has been confirmed in Texas. FOX 7 Austin's Meredith Aldis has more.

Flesh-eating screwworm in Texas: Gov. Abbott signs statewide disaster declaration

Governor Greg Abbott and state health officials say they are moving swiftly to address the first case of flesh-eating screwworm found in the U.S. in Texas.

Scientists reveal why you're probably throwing away meat too soon

Auburn University researchers are developing a way to predict meat spoilage more accurately using microbial data and predictive modeling, which could lead to more precise sell-by dates.