Reporter: Chandan Das

'Coca-Cola, MacDonald’s Innovative Packaging Can Be Converted Into VR Headsets

It may seem incredible to many, but the fact is that food giants like Coco-Cola and McDonald's are trying to entice more customers not with their products, but with innovative packaging. Recently, both these companies have released their products in special cardboard packaging that can be folded to make virtual reality (VR) goggles!
  • 'Six Ways To Reduce Salt In Diet And Still Enjoy Your Food

    While adding a little salt is enough to enhance the flavor of your food, too much of it may result in various health problems, including hypertension, diabetes and fluid retention.
  • 'Will Beef Prices Witness Double-Digit Drop In 2016?

    A Denver-based supply chain management firm has predicted a double-digit drop in beef price in 2016.
  • 'Fruits In Your Diet Can Prevent & Treat Cancer

    Several studies undertaken over the past few decades have explored the potential of fruits and vegetables in combating various forms of cancer. During the course of these studies, scientists found that apart from the health benefits of fruits and vegetables in fighting cancer, it is also important to consider the effect of how they are harvested, handled and stored in order to assist development of new strategies to prevent cancer.
  • 'Shaking Up the Craft Cocktail Scene: How Gen Y Transformed Booze, Wine Industry

    Not long back, people wanting to savor the best craft cocktails would have to visit premium bars and pray for a real face time with cocktails gurus of the likes of Derek Brown or Todd Thrasher. Over the years, things have undergone a sea change, with hotels adopting inventing menus, customized drinks and on-demand services, encouraging cocktail enthusiasts to visit them.
  • 'Sterling Vineyards Exclusive Wine Servers for Oscars 2016 Governors Ball

    Sterling Vineyards, the prominent Napa Valley winery, has created a sort of records by being the exclusive wine supplier at the Oscars Governors Ball for the tenth consecutive year. The landmark winemaker provided premium wines to pair with legendary Australian-American Chef Wolfgang Puck's majestic menu for 1,500 VIPs at the 88th Academy Awards after-party on Sunday night.
  • 'Canada Gets Two-Week Deadline to Act on Food Safety

    The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has asked the Canadian Food Inspection Agency to get its food safety act together by mid-March. Failure to comply with the FSIS recommendations will result in blocking food exports from the neighboring country, the U.S. agency warned.
  • 'Warming Oceans Ruin Lobster Fishery

    Here is some bad news for seafood aficionados. Two recent reports have warned that climate change is resulting in the decimation of their favorite seafood including lobsters. In fact, saltwater diseases are more prevalent in oceans with warmer temperatures.
  • 'Oscars 2016: Celebs Feast on 30 Pounds of Edible Gold Dust

    The Oscar Award ceremonies are a vast affair and thousands of people toil hard to make the event memorable. While most people are only attracted to the glitz and glamour associated with the event, very few are interested in the behind-the-scene happenings. One of the major events of any Oscar Award night is the after-party, popularly known as the Governors Ball.
  • 'Subway Takes First Step to Offer Antibiotic-Free Meat Products

    Last year, Subway promised to plans to switch to antibiotic-free meat over the next several years following pressures from advocacy groups. Taking the first step in this direction, the fast food chain has started selling chicken sandwich prepared in rotisserie style from March 1.
  • 'Netherlands Disallows Kosher, Halal Meat Export to Promote Animal Welfare

    In a move to minimize the negative impact on animal welfare, the Netherlands has imposed a ban on exporting kosher and halal meats. An announcement in this regard was made by the Dutch junior minister for economic affairs, Martijn van Dam, on Wednesday.
  • 'Pope Francis Resigns Spicy Food: What Food Does The Pope Actually Like?

    Pope Francis is an octogenarian. Hence, it is essential he takes food that are nutritious, less spicy and, at the same time, easily digestible. Many reputed chefs, who have had the opportunity to cook for the head of the Roman Catholic Church, say that they were very cautious while preparing his food.
  • 'Britons Change Eating Habits: Junk Food Consumption Rises

    The latest details of the National Food Survey data published by the United Kingdom Environment Department (Defra) reveal that the eating and drinking habits of consumers have undergone several changes through generations. The new figures come as a surprise because they show that Britons are moving away fast from their old favorites and are now adopting junk foods.
  • 'Excessive Sugar Intake Detrimental For Brain, Cardiovascular Health

    It is common knowledge that excessive intake of sugar is harmful for our weight and dental health. However, findings of two recent studies showed that intake of excessive sugar has severe damaging effects on our brain as well as the cardiovascular system.
  • 'How to Read and Understand Food Labels

    Have you ever been duped after you picked one grocery item over another just because its label claimed several health benefits? It is likely that you have picked the product because of terms like fat-free or all natural. However, you later found out that these are fake claims. You are not the only one to have done so and later felt frustrated.
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