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Orange creamsicle or minty watermelon? Homemade popsicles are healthier than in the freezer aisle

Jun. 26, 2024 10:04 AM EDT

One sweltering summer in Southern California, Jessica Gavin was looking for a healthy, cooling treat for her then 2-year-old son. Gavin, a food science expert who wrote “Easy Culinary Science for Better Cooking,” knew that even brands of healthy-looking popsicles often come...

New coffee center in Northern California aims to give a jolt to research and education

Jun. 21, 2024 13:03 PM EDT

DAVIS, Calif. (AP) — A college in Northern California is now home to a center devoted to educating students and closely studying one of the most consumed beverages in the world known for powering people through their day — coffee. The University of California, Davis, launched its...

What does science say about the ingredients in functional beverages?

Apr. 15, 2024 06:28 AM EDT

Functional beverages — or drinks promoted as offering mental or physical benefits beyond hydration — are growing in popularity around the world. Hundreds of companies have jumped into the market, hoping to get some buzz with trendy and sometimes unfamiliar ingredients. Here are...