The truth about superfoods is that the name is more of a marketing gimmick than an actual classification of food. Let us explain how the glamour of food marketing lets reason out the door. When people are discussing food like açai, avocado, caviar, exotic grapes or goji berries, they often describe them with the word…
Understanding food allergies can save many people from reactions to foods that don’t sit well with their system. A bite of peanut butter, and suddenly the throat tightens, goosebumps litter the skin surface, and panic starts to set in. Trust us, you don’t want this to be you. Food allergy is an immune response to…
How would you like to get some food myths debunked? There are widespread claims that brown eggs are healthier. Or are you of the lot thinking that eating carbs can lead to weight gain? You should embrace a paradigm shift when the facts come bare. Like the tales of Bigfoot or the boogeyman, many common…
Welcome to the DIY guide on how to store holiday leftovers and hacks on post-feast meal planning. A holiday feast has just ended, and your fridge is filled to maximum capacity. What next? Managing food during such periods of surplus can become a lighthearted aside, particularly when the food in question is leftovers. Even when…
A quick scenario to help understand the relationship between food texture and enjoyment. Imagine biting into a soggy potato, slimy carrot, soft apple, or stone-hard pizza. It is safe to agree that such food items will receive a one-star review from the average consumer. Why, food texture influences how much we enjoy a meal. The…
