Popular coffee chains throughout America like Starbucks and Dunkin’ are known for whipping up some very high-calorie crafted beverages – it’s the price you pay for their often sweet and creamy deliciousness. Krispy Kreme is no exception. Just like its counterparts, there are some items on the Krispy Kreme menu that pack in even more calories than you might expect. You’ll find there’s one specific culprit on the menu in [...]

Just like its popular rival Dunkin’, Krispy Kreme offers not just delicious donuts but also a rotation of decadently flavored coffee creations available in pretty much any form you fancy: hot, iced, or frozen. It probably comes as no surprise that just like Dunkin’, many of Krispy Kreme’s beverages are packed with added sugars and calorie-rich ingredients. The question is, can you sip on anything low-cal at Krispy [...]

It’s in the name – Five Guys Burgers and Fries is a favorite for well…burgers and fries! Because the menu at Five Guys is mostly limited to burgers and other meat-based menu items, there aren’t many vegan options – even for dessert. We scoured the menu and scraped up several vegan items, but they aren’t likely enough to make a true meal out of it. (The good news is that you can eat the fries!) For the complete list of [...]

You’ve probably seen both corn syrup and high-fructose corn syrup in the ingredient list of a food or drink before. What are the differences between these two ingredients, and are there any benefits of using one vs. the other? Both corn syrup and high-fructose corn syrup are refined sweeteners made from corn, but the main difference is that high-fructose corn syrup undergoes an enzymatic process that converts a significant [...]

Are you on the hunt for the perfect alternative to SunButter (sunflower seed butter), perhaps due to allergies, or taste preferences, or just want to switch things up in your recipes? Look no further! In this guide, I'll introduce you to seven fantastic substitutes for SunButter, each with its own unique flavor and best uses. 7 Best SunButter Substitutes I've rounded up my top 7 SunButter alternatives (explanations [...]

Iron is an essential mineral we all need but might not think about often enough. It plays a key role in transporting oxygen in our blood and helps with energy production. Without enough iron, we can end up feeling tired and run down, and in more severe cases, it can lead to anemia. So, how can we make sure we’re getting enough iron? The best way is to make sure you include plenty of iron-rich foods in your diet. Here’s [...]