For thousands of years, varieties of apples have existed and intrigued humans. Legend says the Trojan War began because Paris gave an apple to Aphrodite, who, in turn, got Helen to fall in love with Paris. Some say it was …
What’s your go-to drink? If you said milk, you’re not alone. Cow’s milk is a popular drink for most North Americans’. You’ll be hard-pressed to find a household that doesn’t carry this beverage. But it wasn’t always this way. How …
You may think “nutritional yeast” sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s a vegan food that’s loved by vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Nutritional yeast, also known as Nooch, has made its way into many recipes because it …
Do you worry about your weight during the holiday season? If so, you’re not alone – a whopping 42% of Americans set New Year’s resolutions to lose weight at the beginning of 2020. Chances are, you’ve got some weight-loss (or …
If you’re reading this, chances are you hear or read about carbohydrates at least once a week. Right? Good, bad, high-carb, low-carb, complex carbs, simple carbs. If you feel overwhelmed, you’re not alone! There’s so much information about carbohydrates, yet …
Happy Holidays! Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or Kwanzaa, it’s the perfect time to rest and spend quality time with loved ones. December can be a time of festivities, family, fun, and, best of all, food. However, it can also …
If you’re like most people, it can be challenging to imagine life without coffee! You might find comfort in having a warm cup in your hands while you read the morning news, or maybe you love dashing to your favorite …
After a hectic afternoon of meetings, you finally have time to breathe and grab a convenient, no-brainer snack. Do you reach for chips and cookies? Fair enough – they’re so convenient! But, there’s another option that won’t lead to a …
Have you noticed the recent spike in Vitamin D’s popularity? You may have read food packages boasting “added vitamin D” or seen stores selling Vitamin D in supplemental form? If so, you might wonder what all the fuss is about …
Almonds are highly nutritious tree-nuts that have been cultivated and enjoyed for thousands of years. They originated in Iran but are now famous worldwide. Egypt’s King Tut even had almonds buried with him in his tomb. Today, this nut is …