New research suggests that frequent consumption of ultra-processed foods is linked to a significant decline in mental ...

For now, RFK Jr. and other health officials are stuck with a convenience-store conundrum. The mini-mart embodies how hard it ...

Scientists are increasingly warning that the modern diet of grab-and-go snacks and heat-and-eat dinners is not just expanding ...

In today’s fast-paced world, processed foods typically receive harsh criticism. Often associated with low nutritional value and artificial ingredients, many health-conscious individuals dismiss them ...

79% of Americans doubt convenience store food safety. Are they right? In recent years, convenience stores have evolved from quick pit stops into full-fledged food destinations. Coffee bars, fresh ...

That frozen pizza or energy bar might be more dangerous than you think. A new meta-analysis published in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine links ultraprocessed food consumption to a higher ...

CHICAGO — Convenience Store News’ 2026 Foodservice Innovators Awards program is once again honoring 10 convenience retailers ...

A customer passes by an aisle and refrigerators full of items at a convenience store in Seoul. (Tina Hsu / For The Times) In many parts of the world, convenience stores are the shops of last resort: ...

Convenience foods can be nutritious and help support healthy blood pressure. Stock up on black beans, edamame, canned tuna, Greek yogurt, beets and prewashed greens. Start with small, gradual changes ...

In recent years, convenience stores have evolved from quick pit stops into full-fledged food destinations. Coffee bars, fresh sandwiches, and hot meals are replacing the reputation of c-store grub.