All of this threatens the local economy. People will lose jobs, incomes will falter and the future is less certain.”

In the kitchen, an ingredient’s taste is sometimes less important than its function. Cornstarch has rescued many a watery gravy; gelatin turns juice to Jell-O. Yet the substances that make bread fluffy, hold mayonnaise together, and keep the cream in ice cream have, according to the new stance of the United States government, “no culinary use.”

A new data tool shows how large the gaps are between environmental health risks and outcomes in Latino and white neighborhoods in Los Angeles.

The Food Standards Agency has warned that very high levels of exposure to glycerol, common in slushie drinks, can lead to shock, very low blood sugar levels and loss of consciousness

This habit, known as pagophagia, could be an early sign of an underlying health issue such as iron deficiency, experts say.

Studies have found that emulsifiers can alter the mix of bacteria in the gut, known as the microbiome or microbiota; damage the lining of the gastrointestinal tract; and trigger inflammation ...

Walk through any trendy suburb and you might find a new "wellness" studio offering ice baths or "contrast therapy" (a sauna and ice bath combo).

Major US dairy brands pledge to eliminate artificial colours from ice cream by 2028 as FDA approves new natural blue food dye.

The ICE raids are keeping immigrants from going to stores, healthcare appointments and other county services. What can LA County do about that?