13 Foods That Could Contain Cochineal Bug Extract For Its Color

Pierre Van Zyleat

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Cochineal extract, also known as carmine, natural red 4, or E120, is a natural dye derived from the cochineal bug. Despite its “icky” origins, this FDA-approved additive is widely used for its vibrant red color. Here, we explore the history…

18 Foods To Toss As Soon As They Expire

Pierre Van Zyleat

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We often hear that many food items remain safe and edible beyond their expiration dates. While this might be true for certain products, there are specific foods that should be discarded immediately after their expiration date to avoid potential health …

11 Healthy Seeds You Should Be Including in Your Diet

Pierre Van Zyleat

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Seeds may be tiny, but they pack a mighty nutritional punch that can significantly enhance your diet. Incorporating a variety of seeds into your meals can provide you with a substantial dose of healthy fats, protein, and various micronutrients. Here ar…

8 Reasons You Should Be Eating Bananas

Pierre Van Zyleat, Health Awareness, Weight Loss

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Bananas are one of the most popular fruits worldwide, known for their sweet taste, convenient packaging, and impressive nutritional profile. From boosting heart health to aiding digestion, these berries offer a myriad of health benefits that make them …

9 Foods You Should Only Eat With Your Hands

Pierre Van Zyleat

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Since the Stone Age, humans have developed and refined the use of cutlery to prepare and eat their food. However, some foods are best enjoyed in their most natural form—eaten with your hands. Cultural norms and traditions around the world celebrate thi…

What Do Those Colored Circles on Food Packages Mean?

Pierre Van Zyleat

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Have you ever taken a closer look at a snack wrapper or bag of chips? Beyond the nutrition facts and serving sizes, which often seem designed to make you feel guilty, there’s usually a feel-good story about the brand’s history. These narratives aim to …

FDA Issues Recall of 60 Ice Cream Products from 13 Different Brands

Pierre Van Zyleat

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Certain pints of ice cream, ice cream cakes, ice cream cones, and more are being recalled due to possible Listeria contamination, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced in a safety alert issued on Monday. Scope and Reason for the Recall The r…

17 Iron-Rich Fruits To Pump Up Your Iron Levels

Pierre Van Zyleat, Snacks + Sides

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Many of our most important bodily activities require a regular supply of iron. Lean meat, shellfish, and leafy greens are ideal iron sources, but fruits can also help you fulfill your daily intake. Just so you know, adult men under 50 should consume 8 …

8 Foods You Should Consider Eating Raw (and 5 You Should Cook)

Pierre Van Zyleat

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Understanding the nutritional value between raw and cooked foods can help you make better dietary habits and improve your overall health. While some foods retain more nutrients when raw, others become more beneficial once cooked. Here we highlight eigh…

7 of The Best Butter Brands You Can Spend Your Money On

Pierre Van Zyleat, Kitchen Hacks

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Butter is a kitchen staple. It’s required for many recipes, especially baked goods. And of course, it’s prominently featured on a stack of morning toast. But although butter is made of two ingredients, cream, and salt, no two butter brands are the same…

Which Drink Hydrates Best? (It’s Not What You Think)

Pierre Van Zyleat, Learn

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When it comes to hydration, many of us instinctively reach for a glass of water. However, evidence suggest that water might not be the most effective beverage for keeping us hydrated. Here are the most hydrating drinks ranked based on their hydrating c…

Health Benefits of Pickled Beets (Recipe Included)

Pierre Van Zyleat, Snacks + Sides

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You can pickle practically any kind of fruit or vegetable. Of course, the most popular kind is pickled cucumbers, appropriately called pickles. Many people may have also tried pickled cabbage, eggs, fennel, carrots, onions, radishes, and more. Perhaps …

40+ Easy Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Snack Ideas

Pierre Van Zyleat, Snacks + Sides

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People on gluten and dairy-free diets often hear the same question: “What can you eat?!” The answer is: quite a lot! In fact, most foods are acceptable on this diet. Yes, you have to avoid the grocery store snack aisle of pretzels, cookies, and granola…

Eat This Fruit Daily To Help Preserve Your Bone Health for Years to Come

Pierre Van Zyleat

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In the quest for healthier bones, prunes have come up as a surprising and potent ally. Recent research indicates that adding them into your daily diet may significantly help preserve bone health, especially in postmenopausal women. Let’s take a l…

9 Reasons You May Want To Avoid Drinking Almond Milk

Pierre Van ZylDrinks, eat

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For vegans, people with dairy allergies, or anyone who dislikes regular cow milk, today is a great day to be alive. There are so many milk alternatives and they are becoming increasingly available in coffee shops and restaurants. Grocery stores are sto…

14 Mistakes to Avoid When Using Garlic

Pierre Van Zyleat, Kitchen Hacks

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Garlic is a staple in many cuisines and most home kitchens. It has a sharp, distinct smell and flavor that compliments many foods like soup and sauces. It’s also the highlight in recipes like garlic bread and confit. Garlic can pack a punch or provide …

7 Vegan Foods High In Protein That Make Meat Obsolete

Pierre Van Zyleat, Learn

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Throughout this list I will be exploring my top 7 plant-based proteins you can start enjoying today! Many people ponder a solution with regards to eating meat as their main source of protein. This list is mainly geared towards vegans, because this is a…

Woman Lost 100lbs Following 5 Simple Habits

Pierre Van Zyleat, Weight Loss

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In 2013, following the birth of her first child, Nissa Graun weighed 245 pounds. Despite being a lifelong yo-yo dieter, losing the same 20-40 pounds since the age of 12, she faced the daunting challenge of needing to lose over 100 pounds this time. Was…