It is commonplace for grocery shoppers to opt for packaged foods with bold claims, even though most struggle with decoding food labels. Some bread loaves have ‘bromate-free’ boldly printed on the packaging material, and it won’t be surprising to see people buying without knowing its meaning. Similarly, most shoppers don’t know the legal implications of…
Beyond diet intentionality and paying attention to the nutrient density of what you eat, assessing the sustainability cost of superfoods on your plate is equally necessary. Capitalism has improved the standard of living in several Western nations over the years. Similarly, people in such countries can make better food choices thanks to their buying power….
Medieval feasts are far removed from what applies in the twenty-first century. Interestingly, many of these medieval dining customs have influenced modern dining habits. Try to visualize long tables lit by firelight, with towering dishes arriving in quick succession, and minstrels providing entertainment. However, contrary to the myths popularized by mainstream media about medieval banquets,…
The relationship between ultra-processed foods and the brain axis is one that science has reinforced as existing. Have you ever caught yourself reaching for sweets or chips when you’re not even hungry? That right there may be processed food cravings. Several ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are designed intentionally to taste so good. Interestingly, studies have found…
Try out some homemade seasoning blends once, and you may never buy condiments from stores again. Store-bought seasonings are undeniably convenient to use. However, shoppers are often restricted to just a handful of options. By ideating a personalized seasoning blend, it becomes possible to tweak the flavor of dishes in unfathomable ways. At the onset,…
