Sprouts are becoming more popular as people are starting to understand and recognize their nutritional value. Sprouts form when little seeds are germinated and grow into very young plants, which are then harvested. Popular types of sprouts are alfalfa, mung bean, and broccoli sprouts. These sprouts can be enjoyed raw or boiled, but which is…
Drinking your nutrition and protein has become an easy and popular way to improve your health without forcing you to dramatically change your eating or cooking habits, because, let’s be real, who has time for that? Greens powders are an incredible source of vitamins, minerals, and other phytonutrients and, when added to your favorite juice…
Oats have been a staple of human diets for more than 4000 years, whether they were eaten as porridge or used for making beer. That doesn’t mean we don’t still have questions about this humble grain, especially when taking into context modern methods of processing, packaging, and selling. Raw oats are small kernels, similar to…
There are so many supplements and powders on the market these days that promise to help us lose weight, stay young forever and never get sick, but it’s hard to figure out which ones are worth actually taking the time to order and buy. Amla and camu camu are two such powders that sound completely…
We’ve all heard how incredible leafy green vegetables are for your health: high in vitamins, minerals and fiber and yet low in calories. They’re usually considered an unlimited food choice regardless of diet, so it’s useful to learn how to incorporate various options into your eating habits. If you’re on such a mission, there’s a…
Rice is a common staple in many cultures, from Columbia to China, and comes in different varieties. It’s a versatile food that will take on the flavor of anything you cook it with. This means that if you continuously use rice in recipes with different flavor profiles, you’re not likely to get bored of this…
Peeling fruits and vegetables in the kitchen can be laborious, and this can be made even worse when you are using a dull peeler. Having the right peeler at home can make the process so much easier, and you might actually end up enjoying the therapeutic repetition that is endless peeling. So how do you…
Protein powders are the biggest selling supplements on the market and have been for many years now. Everyone wants to make sure they’re getting enough protein to both lose weight and support their exercise habits. As more and more people begin to feel the necessity for supplements that provide vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants in addition…
If you’ve ever gone shopping for bread, you’ve probably come across common white bread and rye bread. They’re both made from grains within the wheat family, though rye is a lot heartier and is considered an ancient grain. So what’s the difference between rye berries and wheat berries? Rye berries and wheat berries are grown…
You might think that butcher paper and freezer paper are the same things. Let’s face it, there are an overwhelming number of papers for kitchen use and it’s hard to keep track. From wax paper to parchment paper to butcher paper to freezer paper, what is the difference? Do butcher paper and freezer do the…