fact or fiction

Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the food universe.

The KFC and McDonald's Secret Recipe Is Public. Here's Why You Still Can't Copy It.
The Real Secret Recipe of KFC and McDonald's: It's in Plain Sight, and You Can't Copy It KFC's official China website lists its major suppliers. Sunner, Beijing Capital Agribusiness, Nestlé, Coca‑Cola—they're all there.
By Jin2 months ago in Feast
Say No To Vegan?. Content Warning.
Introduction I got an Instagram like by someone with the handle "Say No To Vegan" and while I noticed it, and they were commenting on an anti-patriarchy post of mine. You can see the post and the user if you follow this link:
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 months ago in Feast
Is Nasi Lemak Actually Healthy?. AI-Generated.
Yes, nasi lemak can be part of a healthy diet —but the classic “everything also add” version is more like a sometimes-treat than a daily staple, especially if you’re watching weight, cholesterol, or blood pressure.
By Eina Liban3 months ago in Feast
The Direwolf Who Refused to Die: How a Scripted Execution Became a Lifelong Bond
The Direwolf Who Didn't Take a Bow Ned Stark drew his sword. Lady lay still, her neck pressed into the mud, her tail motionless. The camera cut to Sansa's face; her lips trembled, but no sound came out. The blade fell. That was just the script.
By Jin3 months ago in Feast
Does Coffee Actually Dehydrate You? What a 50-Person Clinical Trial Found
Somewhere along the way, “coffee dehydrates you” became one of those facts everyone just knows — filed away next to “cracking your knuckles causes arthritis” and “you swallow eight spiders a year.” It gets repeated by well-meaning relatives, printed in decade-old diet books, and used to justify a slightly smug glass of water ordered “to counteract the coffee.” It's also, as far as the actual research on regular coffee drinkers goes, not true.
By Dana Whitfield3 months ago in Feast
A Boat Doesn’t Find Itself
Ethan Cross was on his third double espresso when his right eyelid started twitching. He had been staring at the numbers jumping on the trading terminal for eleven hours. The box of antacids beside his keyboard had one last foil tab left. At 2:47 a.m., in the restroom, he threw up the only thing in his stomach, black coffee, and looked at the face in the mirror. Thirty-two, dark circles under his eyes, the corners of his mouth turned down in a permanent downturn, like a short position on himself that he had never covered.
By Jin3 months ago in Feast
My Honest Pop & Bottle Matcha Review
Water is great on a hot day. But, sometimes, you want more from your drink, and that's why I stock up on lattes and juices whenever a heat wave strikes. I'm always on the lookout for new treats, and on a recent Target run, I spotted three Pop & Bottle matcha lattes in the juice cooler. The labels promised no dairy or refined sugar, which sounded like a good way to cool down without overloading your body.
By Kaitlin Shanks3 months ago in Feast
Researchers find that oral microorganisms are significantly more varied than anticipated.
Saliva continuously passes through your mouth, cleaning your teeth, tongue, and gums while transporting any bacteria it comes into contact with. There is nothing that prevents a microbe from moving from one side of the mouth to the other.
By Francis Dami5 months ago in Feast
Is Almond Butter Good for Health? Benefits, Nutrition, and How to Use It Right
Almond butter has become a popular alternative to traditional spreads, especially among people looking for healthier, plant-based options. The real question, though, is whether almond butter is healthy. The short answer is yes. When consumed in moderation, almond butter can be a highly nutritious addition to your diet.
By Joe Jackson6 months ago in Feast
I Learned the Hard Way That Every Hunger Isn't A Need For Food. Top Story - April 2026.
There was a time in my teenage years when I was always hungry — or at least, that’s what I believed. I would eat, get up from the table, and still feel that familiar ache. My aunt eventually grew tired of hearing me say the words “I’m hungry.”
By Margaret Minnicks6 months ago in Feast
Why Good Chefs Lose Good People: What Calm Leadership Looks Like in a Real Kitchen
Why Good Chefs Lose Good People: What Calm Leadership Looks Like in a Real Kitchen People often think kitchens break because they are busy.
By Cristian Marino6 months ago in Feast
Black Americans Face a Dementia Crisis No One Is Talking About..
Let's have an honest conversation for a moment. Somewhere right now, there's a grandmother in Atlanta who keeps forgetting her grandchildren's names. Her family chalks it up to old age. A retired pastor in Birmingham who is getting confused during sermons — his congregation assumes it's stress. A 67-year-old man in Chicago who can't find his way home from the corner store he's visited a thousand times. His wife quietly starts driving him everywhere, never once thinking to call a doctor.
By Soibifaa7 months ago in Feast