The bill would exclude "soft drinks, candy, ice cream and prepared desserts" from being purchased using SNAP benefits.

On a research trip to Taiwan, writer Kat Chen studies late Taiwanese memoirist Sanmao and gains a new understanding of her mother.

We tried the Ninja Thirsti Max Custom Hydration System and four of its diet soda flavors. See how well this appliance produces quality drinks at home.

In other beverage news, a protein water maker is hoping its reformulation will catch the attention of fitness-minded consumers.