If you are a big fan of beets, you've probably already tried and love pickled beets. What if you're someone that normally doesn't enjoy the taste of beets? I would highly recommend trying this root vegetable in pickled form. First off, pickled beets are not eaten hot. They also spend time bathing in vinegar and salt —…
Hepatitis C symptoms often go overlooked because they are similar to common illnesses, like the flu. In fact, most people with hepatitis C don't experience symptoms until decades after they contract the virus — after their liver is damaged. That's the scary thing about hepatitis C — it often becomes a chronic condition before people…
What is a parsnip? Well, it's not a white carrot even though it looks a lot like one. Parsnips may be root vegetables in the carrot family, but they're separate species. They have a nuttier taste and typically a larger size than carrots, and parsnip nutrition does differ from carrot nutrition. What about a wild parsnip? Wild parsnip is actually called…
If you're eating gluten-free, pasta night can pose a real challenge. While gluten-free noodles exist, they often lack many of the benefits that whole-grains can add. Until soba noodles, that is. These wheat-free noodles aren't just a tasty alternative to typical pasta, but they come with a host of health benefits, too. And when they're…
What causes cancer? While we definitely don't know everything that can trigger this disease, what is clear is that more people are dealing with this disease. According to the National Cancer Institute, approximately 39.6 percent of men and women will be diagnosed with cancer at some point in their lives. (1) Previous research shows that genetics…
Looking for a gluten-free way to enjoy noodles? Look no further than the kelp noodle! Many of you may also be looking for a kelp noodles recipe because you're watching your waistline and trying to lower your intake of calories and carbs. Kelp noodles are a great way to experience that beloved noodle texture, yet they have…
If you've ever eaten out at a breakfast joint, you know that the hash browns are one of the best parts. Perfectly browned and crispy, they make an awesome side to eggs or a stack of pancakes. But those hash browns usually come from a boxed mix of white potatoes and then drowned in unhealthy…
Imagine that, just by swabbing your cheek with a piece of cotton, you could figure out if you might be susceptible to a particular disease. Or, you could know whether your future children are at risk of inheriting a disease that runs in the family. And never mind having to do this at a doctor’s…
Have you ever had an egg on pizza? It may sound strange at first, but once you give it a try, you're likely to quickly become a fan. When cooked just right, egg pizza includes a mouth-watering burst of yolk, not to mention all the protein and other nutrients of eggs. Of course, this is assuming you…
Once considered a very severe childhood disease, scarlet fever is now easy to treat, and the prognosis for recovery is excellent. Physical signs include a very red sore throat and scarlet fever rash, a red rash that appears on the neck, under the arms, or in the groin area, which spreads quickly over the rest…
