A new survey of snacking habits around the globe has revealed some rather unfortunate results: snacking appears to be replacing meals for a significant part of the population.
While there is nothing wrong with a healthy snack in between meals,...
You probably know that eating an avocado is good for you, but surprisingly, its seed offers a multitude of benefits too. Instead of tossing it out next time, grind it into a fine powder using a powerful food processor...
We all know that the main points of healthy living center around the way we eat, exercise, sleep and manage our stress. However, there are certain other habits which are very important to incorporate into your life, in order...
The system currently in place for determining whether meat and dairy products are fresh is the sell-by-date. While this date can serve as a guideline, it also encourages food waste, as many people - and retailers - throw away...
If you've ever had a panic attack, you know how truly dreadful an experience it can be. While exact symptoms are different for everyone, they often include nausea, rapid heartbeat, sweating, shortness of breath and a feeling of absolute...
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Vegetable oils are extracted from plant seeds such as rapeseed (canola), corn, safflower, sunflower and were not even present in our diet until extraction methods were fine tuned in the early 1900's. These oils are extracted using harsh chemicals and...
While we all know that if we drink too much beer, one of the unfortunate side effects may be a lapse in memory. Nevertheless, according to new research from Oregon State University, a flavonoid antioxidant found in hops could...
You already know that eating fruit is good for your health, and your complexion, but did you know that they can also serve as an ingredient in beauty creams to help improve the condition of your skin from the...
When we think of juicing fresh produce, we usually think of fruits, as well as certain veggies, including carrots, kale and even beets. But potatoes? These rarely enter our realm of thought regarding juice.
However, the juice of raw potatoes...
Even if you keep your kitchen sparkling clean, odds are that in some places, there are still plenty of germs lurking around. When microbiologists at NSF International analyzed a wide variety of common kitchen tools and appliances for the...
