Food labels. Who's got time for decoding them? With only so many hours in a day, most of us would rather not waste precious minutes trying to decipher meat, dairy and egg carton claims. Well, ...
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The headlines came fast and furious last week, after a panel under the auspices of the World Health Organization (WHO) said there’s sufficient evidence that processed meats cause colorectal cancer. This puts bacon, ...
It’s no wonder that there's much confusion about what oils, fish and nuts are considered healthy fats and which ones are not. Most have heard of omega-3 fatty acids and maybe even omega-6 fatty acids, ...
Found in just about every kitchen pantry across the globe, black pepper has been deservedly dubbed the "king of spices" thanks to its versatility and pungent flavor. However, while black pepper may be the most ...
Pterostilbene (pronounced terro-still-bene) is a beneficial dietary compound that is found in antioxidant-rich foods like blueberries, cranberries and grapes. In both human and animal studies, it has been shown to offer protection against many neurological, cardiovascular, metabolic and ...
Do you have a waffle maker lying around that just doesn’t get the use it should? Try these wild and healthy waffle recipes for a healthy breakfast, lunch, dinner and even dessert!
Note: I recommend using natural sweeteners ...
Has anyone else noticed that the FDA sometimes approves ingredients without really understanding how they might affect the human body? The preservative known as tBHQ is no exception.
tBHQ — or tertiary butylhydroquinone, also referred to ...
If you are looking to spice up your meals, while adding loads of nutrition and texture, it's time to try nutrition-rich quinoa and the best quinoa recipes out there!
Quinoa is a seed that acts like a grain but beats ...
Figs were first cultivated in Egypt thousands of years ago and have a long culinary history that can be traced back to many ancient populations. In fact, nutrition-rich figs were even mentioned in the Bible ...
There are benefits and risks to following a low-carb diet which is why you probably don't want to follow one all the time. However, when you do, those low-carb meals aren't complete without low-carb desserts to top them off.
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