Annatto is a bright reddish-orange powder derived from the seeds of the achiote fruit and is typically used as a natural food coloring. Researchers at the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy have discovered that a compound found in annatto called bixin, prevents the formation of cancer cells and skin damage from UV radiation in […]
Butter Oil, Ghee, Clarified Butter: What’s the Difference?
Butter oil. Ghee. Clarified butter. What’s the difference? All are oils extracted from milk fat, but they each have their own advantages and differences… Clarified Butter You might think that butter is all fat, when in fact, it’s a more complex substance, containing small amount of water, proteins, and milk sugars like lactose. These proteins […]
Health Benefits of Red Onion
Filled with anthocyanins, flavanols, phenols and other health-promoting compounds and nutrients, red onions are a dietary staple that may often get taken for granted in terms of how beneficial they are for health. Red onions offer a pungent kick to the palate, and alongside this comes a healthy dose of antioxidants, anti-inflammatory effects and heart-health […]
Health Benefits of Pine Nuts
Health Benefits of Pine Nuts Hailing from 20 different species of pine trees, pine nuts have been a global culinary staple for centuries. These creamy, sweet nuts have been researched for their multiple health benefits, and have been found to have positive effects on cholesterol levels, obesity, diabetes and cancer proliferation. Whether toasted and added […]
10 Bizarre Health Foods (You’ve Probably Never Heard Of)
Okay, maybe if you’ve traveled the world or are an avid viewer of Food Network’s Chopped, you may have heard of a few of these. But some of these are just off-the-wall. Could one of these strange foods be the next big food craze in the U.S.? You be the judge. 10. Natto Not strange at […]
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