For some, the crock pot is just another kitchen tool collecting dust in a cabinet. For others, it’s a great way to make roasts, chili and a whole host of crock pot recipes. Do you have a crock pot collecting dust in a cabinet? Perhaps you bring out your slow cooker a few times a…
Chinese takeout, Japanese sushi, Thai noodles: Asian foods have long been a staple in American food culture. But over the past few years, there's another Asian cuisine that's been taking us by storm: Korean barbecue and, especially, beef bulgogi … aka fire meat. What Is Bulgogi? Bulgogi is thinly sliced, marinated meat that's usually cooked…
If you're a believer in "nose-to-tail cooking," you'll probably also be interested in what's called “root-to-stem” cooking. Both of these practices involve using as many parts as possible of the groceries you buy, grow or even raise, whether animal-derived foods or plants — such as garlic peels. Garlic and onions are staples in many people's…
"Toxic poop" is a term used to describe guck and impacted fetal matter that has built up in someone's colon over the course of months or even years. We hear about the potentially dangerous effects of toxic poop most often from people who promote colon cleanses in order to rid the body of lingering waste. In…
As gluten-free baking and cooking become more popular, people want to know: What are the best healthy starches and grains to substitute for wheat flour? Potato starch is one type of wheat substitute. What is potato starch used for? It's a starch derived from potatoes, and it’s often used to a thickener for sauces, soups and…
Is it okay to workout on an empty stomach? Ultimately, it depends on your body composition, goals, overall health and preferences. Working out while fasting, also called "fasted cardio," does have some advantages — such as potentially leading to more fat loss and preventing indigestion while exercising. On the other hand, it's not for everybody,…
For hundreds of years, shiitake mushrooms have been a popular food source in Asia. In fact, they're the second most popular and the third most widely cultivated edible mushroom in the world. Today, shiitakes can be found in most grocery stores because of their meaty and versatile flavor, but did you know that they're packed…
Caesar salad is one of those ubiquitous dishes you can find almost anywhere. It's popular for good reason, too — it tastes so good, and when you make it correctly, like the kale Caesar salad recipe I'm about to share with you, it can be healthy, too. But let's be honest. Even though it has…
