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,…
The incidence of foodborne illnesses from cross-contamination in home kitchens is seldom as widely reported as similar occurrences in restaurants. This explains why the 2024 FoodNet data suggests that a whopping 58% of all foodborne illnesses are from foods eaten outside the home. However, a considerable amount of the foodborne diseases also occur in the…
