Chia seeds have a number of reported health benefits for people. They can lower blood sugar, stabilize blood pressure levels and help with the overall body. However, chia seeds can sometimes have an adverse effect on certain people. Here are 6 reasons chia seeds can be bad: Digestive issues. Possible choking hazard. Allergic reactions. May…
Peanut butter is one of the most delicious foods on the planet and tastes amazing both in sweet and savory combinations. Every peanut butter isn’t always the healthiest option. Therefore when choosing one, let’s answer this question. Why natural peanut butter? Natural peanut butter is better because its main ingredient is peanuts and doesn’t have…
Avocado oil is a natural oil extracted from the pulp of an avocado. It’s being used for many reasons, health and otherwise. It’s becoming more favored for cooking which is making some people wonder, why use avocado oil? 11 reasons why you should use avocado oil for cooking: High smoke point. Versatile for many cooking…
The oil used depends on the type of cooking and the food. When it comes to frying, it’s essential to choose the oil carefully. If the oil used has a low smoke point, it can affect the taste and make the dish unhealthy. Therefore, is avocado oil good for frying? Avocado oil is good for…
There is more than 7,500 varieties of apples. Therefore, it’s not uncommon to experience large sections of them in the supermarket. Once the type of apple is chosen, deciding on the best ones in the bunch may not be easy. Therefore, let’s find the answer to, how to choose apples? The best way to choose…
Chinese leaf or Chinese cabbage, as it’s sometimes called, is a staple vegetable in many East Asian dishes. Aside from being delicious, many people might be wondering how it’s good for you. Therefore, let’s answer the question, what are Chinese leaf benefits? The 10 health benefits of Chinese leaf include: A good source of vitamins…
One of the main qualities looked for in apples is the level of their sweetness. Because I’m always suggesting apples during my health coaching sessions, many of my clients ask, which apples are the sweetest? The sweetest apples are the Fuji, Kiku, Ambrosia, Gala, Honeycrisp and Opal varieties. These varieties are naturally high in sugar…
Intermittent fasting is the new craze promising to have a plethora of health benefits. Although not eating for a fixed time seems simple enough, you may want to drink certain things while keeping your fast. Almond milk is a healthy substitute for dairy milk, but can it break your fast? Almond milk will break a…
Stuffed cabbage rolls are a comfort food staple of cuisines across the globe. The ingredients can vary from culture to culture and the deliciousness of cabbage rolls is universal. This may make you wondering, are cabbage rolls healthy? Cabbage rolls are unhealthy because they are traditionally stuffed with high-fat meats and prepared with lard and…
Almonds are rich in protein and an excellent healthy snack. Flour made from almonds, like blanched almond flour can be used as a baking ingredient. You may have heard of almond flour before but what is blanched almond flour? Blanched almond flour is made from ground almonds with skins removed. It’s a gluten-free alternative to…
In a quest to lead healthy lives, we’re always on the lookout for drinks and foods that promise to give us the best as far as our dietary needs are concerned. Almond milk is one of the drinks popping up in almost every search. If digestion is a concern, you may be asking, can almond…
When you visit the grocery store, there is a vast selection of different breads. Some are fresh from the store’s bakery, while others are shipped from outside sources. You might be wondering about the ingredients and asking, is homemade bread healthier than store bought? Homemade bread is healthier than store bought bread. Store bought is…
After a long day at work, the microwave seems like your dearest friend. Especially on a hot day, the last thing you want to do is heat up the oven. When you put your chicken in the microwave, it starts making popping sounds! Most times you’ve probably wondered, why does chicken pop in the microwave?…
Strawberries are already naturally sweet. It’s part of the reason why they’re a beloved fruit. However, not all strawberries are the same, and some are sweeter than others. Knowing which strawberries to look out for can help you choose the best-tasting strawberries. So, let’s answer the question, what strawberries are the sweetest? The sweetest strawberries…
Frying eggs in a pan is probably the first thing anybody learns to do in the kitchen. Although that method is super easy and delicious, you can savor fried eggs in many other cool ways. A delicious way to cook fried eggs is to crack ten eggs in a baking sheet and bake at 425°F….
If you’re cooking at home more, you might have encountered the term “minced” garlic and don’t know what it is or how to make it. If you have limited kitchen gadgets, you might not have a garlic mincer on hand. Therefore, you may need the answer to, how to mince garlic without a mincer? To…
During my Health Coaching Sessions clients often bring up kale. Since it’s beneficial, many people may want to eat more of it. This may lead you to wonder, how much kale should you eat per day? The USDA recommendation for dark green vegetables, including kale, is consuming 1 1/2 cups per week based on a…
There’s nothing better than blueberries to fight the ugly winter blues. Even though it’s difficult to find fresh blueberries in the winter, you can still cook pies, cakes and muffins with frozen berries. But the question begs itself, should you thaw blueberries before baking? You should thaw blueberries when preparing pancakes, waffles or anything with…
When it comes time to lose a few pounds, people turn to ‘miracle’ pills and fad diets. Searching for foods with “negative calories” is also a common strategy. Of all the supposed “negative calorie” foods, celery is probably the most well-known, but does celery really have negative calories? Celery doesn’t have negative calories although it…
If you’ve ever bitten into a Mango and had your mouth flooded with the overwhelming flavor of a pine grove, you may have wondered exactly what’s going on. Some people love them, while others don’t. However, this leaves many people asking, why do mangos taste like pine? Mangos taste like pine because they’re not fully…
Asparagus goes well with so many dishes. It’s used in pasta, along side your salmon and even on pizza. Besides ordering it in your favorite restaurant or purchasing it at the supermarket, you might enjoy growing your own asparagus. If so, you’ll need to answer, are asparagus berries edible? Asparagus berries are not edible. They…
Farm-raised salmon is something covered quite often. It’s because the topic prompts many questions. More and more people are trying to find the healthiest and best ways of consuming essential food like salmon. Therefore, in this article, we’ll be answering the question: Can farm-raised salmon be organic? Farm-raised salmon cannot be organic. The United States…
Whether it’s just for convenience or if you prefer the taste, you might be considering eating raw mushrooms. Many restaurants offer up salads that have raw mushrooms in them so you’d think it’s okay. I think the following question is worth looking into, can mushrooms be eaten raw? Most button mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms and white…
Chances are when you were young your mother forced you to finish your broccoli. It’s good for you, she claimed. Turns out your mother was right. These days broccoli are at the top of the super food lists and are tossed into many different dishes. It can be prepared in a variety of ways. With…
There are many reasons why people enjoy consuming fruit and some only do it for the health benefits. Pomegranates may be one of those fruits but other people equally enjoy them for their taste and enjoyment. I consume some form of the fruit almost everyday. Therefore, you may be wondering, can pomegranates increase weight? Pomegranates…
The fact you are asking this question excites me because not many people know you can choose various varieties of the same fruits. This includes strawberries. Knowing you can purchase diverse varieties, you might be asking yourself a few questions like, which strawberries taste the best? The best tasting strawberry is the Earliglow strawberry. Other…
Aside from kiwis’ great taste, it’s equally known to help manage blood pressure, boost the immune system, aid digestion of proteins and help treat asthma 1. This is due to the high number of antioxidants and vitamin C content. Therefore, what can you do with lots of kiwis? A few specific recipes are the most…
Pomegranates have to be one of my favorite fruits and I think that shows because I write about them quite a lot. This also means I get many questions about pomegranates, and one of the most common is, what to do with unripe pomegranates? Unripe pomegranates can be used in many food dishes, drinks and…
The commonly known kiwi fruit originally came from China and is called the Chinese gooseberry. It is a green or golden-colored fleshed fruit that is nutritious and delicious 1. And Kiwis are quite famous worldwide. But can you eat the whole kiwi? Kiwi fruit is entirely edible, skin included. Most people who eat kiwi fruit…
Blueberries are one of the most famous fruits. I’ve published a bunch of blog posts on them because they’re filled with nutrients and antioxidants. They also taste great and go well with almost any fruit salad and smoothie. When deciding which one to use you may ask, what blueberries are the sweetest? The sweetest blueberries…