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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
How social media can influence what we eat
In today's fast-scrolling world, what's on your plate might just depend on what's on your feed. A new study of 5,000 U.S. adults found 77% of Americans now make mealtime decisions based on what's trending online. And many believe fries are at the top of many trends. Commissioned by McCain and conducted by Talker Research reveals that for many, food content isn't just entertainment - it's inspiration. The poll found that nearly everyone (93%) regularly encounters food on social media, and food-related posts make up almost 40% of their feeds. More than half (58%) have saved enough viral recipes to fill a cookbook of their own. Platforms once known for dance challenges and memes are now home to amateur chefs and late-night snackers. From discovering cooking hacks (56%) to exploring new dishes (44%) and prepping their first viral meal, the kitchen has officially gone digital. One standout star for many are loaded fries - 72% of Americans who find viral recipes online say they've seen this decked-out dish online, and millennials prove especially devoted (76%). Other viral staples, like Caesar salad with fries - a.k.a. the now-iconic "Girl Dinner" - and espresso martinis have also etched themselves into the social food canon (30% and 17%, respectively). Pairing martinis and fries are also a hit for 8% of respondents. But it's fries that reign supreme in shareability and viral potential: 69% of respondents say fries are the most likely to blow up online, beating out chicken (67%), pasta (63%), and pizza (62%). "Food content is so popular because it's a creative outlet and a shared language," said Tracy Hostetler, vice president marketing, North American Potato. "Fries are the perfect canvas - they're familiar, flexible, and loved by everyone. That's what makes them so viral and so unifying." The survey also found food culture today is about more than what looks good on screen - it's about connection. Six in 10 Americans say they regularly share food with friends in person, and nearly half (47%) also pass along recipes or food content digitally. Fries again take center stage, nearing the top the list of favorite shareable foods - second only to pizza (71% and 73%, respectively). Chips, wings, and dips round out the table. For the 6% of people who enjoy a little chat over chow - or "this and yap" - fries (72%), pizza (61%), and chips and dip (61%) were go-to favorites. Respondents say this is because fries are easy to love (66%), hard to argue with (56%), and nearly impossible to resist (44%). Of course, even shared snacks come with their own code of conduct. Sixty-eight percent enforce a no double-dipping rule, while 43% agree that asking before grabbing the last fry is sacred etiquette. "Whether you're swapping fries from the same basket or trading viral recipes in the group chat, food connects us," added Tracy. "Fries are a food that invite everyone to the table - whether that table is physical or digital. "From 'girl dinner' spreads to Friday-night 'this and that' hangouts, food culture is evolving-and fries are at the center of it all. McCain is proud to fuel these moments of togetherness with fries that are made to be shared, remixed, and loved." Survey methodology: Talker Research surveyed 5,000 American adults, with 100 respondents from each state; the survey was commissioned by McCain and administered and conducted online by Talker Research between May 28 and June 5, 2025. We are sourcing from a non-probability frame and the two main sources we use are: Traditional online access panels - where respondents opt-in to take part in online market research for an incentiveProgrammatic - where respondents are online and are given the option to take part in a survey to receive a virtual incentive usually related to the online activity they are engaging in Those who did not fit the specified sample were terminated from the survey. As the survey is fielded, dynamic online sampling is used, adjusting targeting to achieve the quotas specified as part of the sampling plan. Regardless of which sources a respondent came from, they were directed to an Online Survey, where the survey was conducted in English; a link to the questionnaire can be shared upon request. Respondents were awarded points for completing the survey. These points have a small cash-equivalent monetary value. Cells are only reported on for analysis if they have a minimum of 80 respondents, and statistical significance is calculated at the 95% level. Data is not weighted, but quotas and other parameters are put in place to reach the desired sample. Interviews are excluded from the final analysis if they failed quality-checking measures. This includes: Speeders: Respondents who complete the survey in a time that is quicker than one-third of the median length of interview are disqualified as speedersOpen ends: All verbatim responses (full open-ended questions as well as other please specify options) are checked for inappropriate or irrelevant textBots: Captcha is enabled on surveys, which allows the research team to identify and disqualify botsDuplicates: Survey software has "deduping" based on digital fingerprinting, which ensures nobody is allowed to take the survey more than once It is worth noting that this survey was only available to individuals with internet access, and the results may not be generalizable to those without internet access. The post How social media can influence what we eat appeared first on Talker. Copyright Talker News. All Rights Reserved.
New York Post
2 days ago
- General
- New York Post
This is an easy way to figure out if someone has a high ‘body count', study says
How many people someone has slept with is a personal thing that most don't want to disclose — unless maybe you're on a reality TV dating show like Love Island, where they created an entire challenge around the topic. However, according to a Washington State University study, there is a simple way to determine if a person gets freaky in the sheets often — and it has to do with how much strength they have. Lead researchers Caroline Smith and Ed Hagen analyzed data from 4,300 US participants. They found that people — both men and women — with upper body strength reportedly have a high number of sexual partners. Advertisement People aren't hitting the gym just to feel good. It would be assumed that most people hit the gym to get strong and fit — little do they know that it could also be improving their sex lives. 'We found a main effect of strength on mating success proxied by lifetime number of sexual partners and current partnered status, but not past-year number of sexual partners or age at first intercourse,' the study abstract read. Advertisement So if your significant other can crank out pushups without breaking a sweat — they might have a high body count. And there is such a thing as the ideal number of sexual partners for an individual. The magic number for men is 4 to 5 partners in their lifetime and for women, that number shrinks to 2 to 3 partners, according to a study featured in Social Psychological and Personality Science. Upper body strength can tell a lot about a person. Igor Mojzes Advertisement The word 'ideal' is used because it's a person's prerogative how many people they want to get it on with — but if it's higher than what the study said, be prepared to have judgy Karens looking at you sideways. Considering the average American has only slept with 14 people, according to a poll conducted by Talker Research for LELO, the 'perfect' numbers for both genders are fairly low. It shouldn't come as a surprise that the average body count number for people in the US is lower than 20, because America is not having nearly as much sex as it should. Advertisement The average American is only getting it on once a week, according to sad sack statistics, released by mattress company NapLab. New York and New Jersey need to step it up. New Yorkers are only doing the deed 1.39 times per week and New Jerseyians are getting freaky only 1.21 times a week.
New York Post
2 days ago
- Health
- New York Post
Shockingly high amount of Americans will have summer travel plans ruined by illnesses: research
One in four Americans will have their summer travel plans ruined by illness this year, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 Americans found 27% of respondents said digestive upset interferes with their ability to enjoy traveling in the summer — threatening to ruin potentially millions of trips this summer. Advertisement Forty-two percent of participants said they have gut health issues and 38% experience some form of digestion problem, such as constipation or bloating, when they travel. 6 A survey of 2,000 Americans found 27% of respondents said digestive upset interferes with their ability to enjoy traveling in the summer. nicoletaionescu – The survey conducted by Talker Research on behalf of NBPure pinpointed how worrying about gut issues can impact people and found many are understandably cautious in their behavior. In fact, 26% of Americans won't try new foods while on vacation, while over a third (36%) make menu and meal choices based on how they think their stomach will cope. Advertisement 6 In fact, 26% of Americans won't try new foods while on vacation. SWNS / NBPure Forty percent said they even have to pick restaurants or make plans based on bathroom proximity (40%). The fear of digestive mishaps or discomfort while traveling is so prevalent that half (49%) bring supplements, snacks or medicine with them to help reduce the chances of a travel nightmare. 'It's clear that digestive health isn't just a private matter — it's a driving force behind everyday decisions, from what we eat to where we go and those considerations are only exacerbated when traveling,' said Danna Pratte, Founder & CEO of NBPure. 'People are tuning into their bodies more than ever to ensure their trips aren't derailed by gut issues.' Advertisement 6 Forty percent said they even have to pick restaurants or make plans based on bathroom proximity (40%). Yura Yarema – And it's of course not just while traveling that our guts are on our minds — the average respondent said they avoid certain foods because of how they affect their stomach 10 times per month. They'll also avoid or decline invitations or change a location due to digestive issues twice per month on average, according to results. 6 The average respondent said they avoid certain foods because of how they affect their stomach 10 times per month. SWNS / NBPure Advertisement From graduations to auditions to missing flights, one in five (20%) say they've even missed a key milestone in their life due to gut-related issues. But, many are taking action to manage their gut health, 69% said they take proactive steps to avoid future discomfort, with over a third (36%) doing this often. On the bright side, taking action can really pay off — one in five (21%) thinks their digestive health has improved in the last 12 months. 6 One in five (20%) say they've even missed a key milestone in their life due to gut-related issues. PheelingsMedia – And the more that stigma is removed from digestive issues, the more people feel comfortable addressing their gut health. Fifty-five percent of those surveyed said they were comfortable discussing digestive health with friends or family. 'These findings highlight just how much digestive health shapes our daily lives — often in ways we don't even realize,' added Pratte. 'From the foods we choose to the plans we make, gut discomfort can be a quiet but powerful influence. The more we talk about it, the more empowered people feel to take steps toward feeling better.' 6 One in five (21%) thinks their digestive health has improved in the last 12 months. SWNS / NBPure Advertisement Survey methodology: Talker Research surveyed 2,000 Americans (1,000 women and 1,000 men); the survey was commissioned by NBPure and administered and conducted online by Talker Research between May 6 – May 12, 2025.
New York Post
3 days ago
- Health
- New York Post
Americans average thousands of minor injuries over a lifetime: study
The average American racks up 4,000 cuts, scrapes and bruises over a lifetime, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 adults revealed just how injury-prone we are — and why. More than half (51%) say they're more likely to get hurt in the summer, with distraction (34%), clumsiness (22%), and kitchen mishaps (19%) topping the list of causes. 5 A survey of 2,000 adults revealed just how injury-prone we are — and why. Pixel-Shot – 5 More than half (51%) say they're more likely to get hurt in the summer, with distraction (34%), clumsiness (22%), and kitchen mishaps (19%) topping the list of causes. SWNS / Curad That adds up to a surprising 35 scrapes and bruises each year. And while most of us get our fair share of bumps and bruises, not everyone is willing to admit it. Only one in five acknowledge they're more accident-prone than most, with Gen Z leading the charge (37%). Nearly half (47%) think they're just average when it comes to klutziness. Conducted by Talker Research for Curad, the survey found that phones aren't helping: More than 80% say they've had a near-miss while being distracted on their phone. Parents are in the thick of it, too. Nearly half of parents surveyed with kids under 18 (45%) say their child is even more accident-prone than they are. Schoolyards, backyards and playgrounds are the top danger zones, and a third of parents say their kids come home with at least three new bumps or scrapes per school week. 5 Only one in five acknowledge they're more accident-prone than most, with Gen Z leading. SWNS / Curad How prepared are we when these scrapes and bruises strike? While most people keep first-aid supplies in the bathroom, many also stash kits in their car (25%), bag or purse (15%), or even at work (12%). Yet plenty admit they're rarely ready for common injuries like burns (34%), blisters (35%), or bruises (30%). Despite that, 19% always treat even minor cuts and scrapes, and many believe modern first-aid products help injuries heal faster. 5 How prepared are we when these scrapes and bruises strike? Dan Race – 5 A similar percentage expect people to ask about their injury if they have a clearly visible bandage (24%), and one in eight actually want them to. KMPZZZ – 'Modern medicine and first-aid items are often the first thing that comes to mind when treating minor scrapes and cuts — they're accessible, easy to use and help with the healing process,' said Kurt Schmidt, a CURAD senior consumer marketing manager. 'However, it's surprising to see that plenty of respondents weren't aware of the benefits of pairing these items with holistic and natural solutions. So, we're excited to offer adhesive bandages infused with ingredients like aloe vera and baking soda that offer soothing relief.' Wound care can be touchy, though, as nearly a quarter of Americans worry about others perceiving their strength or pain tolerance if they see a bandage on them (23%). A similar percentage expect people to ask about their injury if they have a clearly visible bandage (24%), and one in eight actually want them to. Others use it as a conversation starter — or even an excuse to dodge tasks, from skipping chores to doing the dishes to avoiding helping friends move furniture. Every morning, the NY POSTcast offers a deep dive into the headlines with the Post's signature mix of politics, business, pop culture, true crime and everything in between. Subscribe here! 'Pesky cuts and scrapes are inevitable but can be a real inconvenience for everyday life activities,' said Schmidt. 'No one wants to be kept down for too long, which is why proper wound care is important. Treat even the smallest cuts, scrapes or blisters with care, applying first-aid with natural elements to encourage your body to heal. With proper care and ingredients that soothe your skin, no minor injury will keep you down for too long.' Survey methodology: Talker Research surveyed 2,000 general population Americans; the survey was commissioned by Curad and administered and conducted online by Talker Research between April 23 and April 29, 2025.
Miami Herald
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Where are America's most adventurous pets?
Alaska, Kansas and Wyoming have America's most adventurous pets, according to new research. A survey of 5,000 cat and dog owners, with 100 in each of the 50 states, explored the unique ins and outs of pet ownership, aiming to uncover some "pet owner superlatives," including who is most likely to take their pet on an epic adventure. Results revealed that The Last Frontier has the most adventurous pets, with 62% of Alaskans saying their pet always wants to explore, while 26% of Kansans said they tend to get into mischief outside. But that's not the only superlative that Alaskans can boast: the results found they're also the most attached to their pets. North Carolinians also ranked in the top five most attached and 56% said they have a second shadow - wherever they go, their pet goes. Commissioned by Banfield Pet Hospital and conducted by Talker Research, the survey found plenty of pet-obsessed owners in other states, too - such as who is most likely to seek veterinary care, celebrate their pet's special day and pamper them. Kentuckians take their pets with them for good reason: they were the most likely to bring their pets to the vet. That was followed by two other Southern states - Alabama and Tennessee, who are surely most likely to be on a first name basis with their veterinary team. Tennessee pet owners take things a step further, as they're the most likely to have more apps on their phone for their pet's wellness than their own. In Massachusetts, respondents know how to throw a party - as pet owners here were the most likely to celebrate their pet's birthday. Florida and Maryland were the other states most likely to celebrate their pet on their special day. Forty-five percent of Bay Staters surveyed will get their pet a birthday treat every year, and 12% admit they look forward to their pet's birthday more than their own. Outside of their special day, owners in Maryland know their pet still deserves extra attention, which might be why they're the most likely to pamper their dog or cat. While some of this pampering includes brushing their fur regularly (35%) and staying on top of their bath routine (32%), those in Maryland take things to another level. Seventeen percent of Marylanders have done photoshoots with their pets, and 14% said their pet has various outfits to wear. "One thing we know at Banfield is that while each pet owner has a unique approach, we all share a common passion and love for our pets," said Alea Harrison, Chief Medical Officer of Banfield Pet Hospital. "These pet owner superlatives reinforce the growing human-animal bond and importance of regular preventive veterinary care. Some respondents don't want to leave home without their pets - resulting in Louisiana, New York and Florida having some of the most well-traveled pets. Owners in Louisiana are the most likely to travel with their pet, but they're not going the farthest: Pets in Florida have traveled to the most states with their owner, while those in New York and Washington are most likely to have traveled internationally. Others prefer to stay home with their pets: respondents in Nevada reported spending the most time with their pets. Those in Connecticut earned the superlative for having the cuddliest pets and respondents in Indiana have the most "homebody" furry friends of all. PET OWNER SUPERLATIVES STATE-BY-STATE Alaska - most likely to take their pet on an adventureAlaska - most attached to their petsCalifornia - most likely to prioritize their pet's needs over their ownConnecticut - home of the cuddliest petsColorado - most likely to prioritize their pet's mental and emotional wellnessDelaware - most likely to use tech to manage their pet's careFlorida - most well-traveled pets (number of states)Georgia - most likely to have a wellness plan for their petIndiana - spends the most time being "homebodies" with their petsKentucky - most likely to take their pet to the vetLouisiana - most likely to travel with their petsMaryland - most likely to pamper their petMassachusetts - most likely to celebrate their pet's birthdayMichigan - where pets are the No. 1 most routine-oriented and least likely to try new thingsNevada - spends the most time with their petOklahoma - most likely to spend more on their pets grooming than their ownSouth Carolina - most likely to never miss a flea and tick treatmentTennessee - most likely to have more apps on their phone for their pet's wellness than their own Survey methodology: Talker Research surveyed 5,000 cat and dog owners, with 100 in each of the 50 states; the survey was commissioned by Banfield Pet Hospital and administered and conducted online by Talker Research between April 10–25, 2025. We are sourcing from a non-probability frame and the two main sources we use are: Traditional online access panels - where respondents opt-in to take part in online market research for an incentiveProgrammatic - where respondents are online and are given the option to take part in a survey to receive a virtual incentive usually related to the online activity they are engaging in Those who did not fit the specified sample were terminated from the survey. As the survey is fielded, dynamic online sampling is used, adjusting targeting to achieve the quotas specified as part of the sampling plan. Regardless of which sources a respondent came from, they were directed to an Online Survey, where the survey was conducted in English; a link to the questionnaire can be shared upon request. Respondents were awarded points for completing the survey. These points have a small cash-equivalent monetary value. Cells are only reported on for analysis if they have a minimum of 80 respondents, and statistical significance is calculated at the 95% level. Data is not weighted, but quotas and other parameters are put in place to reach the desired sample. Interviews are excluded from the final analysis if they failed quality-checking measures. This includes: Speeders: Respondents who complete the survey in a time that is quicker than one-third of the median length of interview are disqualified as speedersOpen ends: All verbatim responses (full open-ended questions as well as other please specify options) are checked for inappropriate or irrelevant textBots: Captcha is enabled on surveys, which allows the research team to identify and disqualify botsDuplicates: Survey software has "deduping" based on digital fingerprinting, which ensures nobody is allowed to take the survey more than once It is worth noting that this survey was only available to individuals with internet access, and the results may not be generalizable to those without internet access. The post Where are America's most adventurous pets? appeared first on Talker. Copyright Talker News. All Rights Reserved.
