Archive for the ‘food’ Category

Fried breakfasts …

January 28, 2012

… aren’t bad for the heart – as long as you use sunflower or olive oil.

The Great British Breakfast may be healthier than you think – providing it’s fried in olive or sunflower oil. Scientists claim a fry-up doesn’t increase the risk of heart disease or early death, depending on the type of oil used.
by Jenny Hope

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Zuzana’s Power Balls

January 5, 2012

Zuzana's Power Balls

Keeping Greens Green

November 15, 2011

by C. Claiborne Ray

Q. When greengrocers drench vegetables with water every few minutes, does it keep them fresh or hasten spoilage?

A. The hydration of green vegetables is a delicate balance between too much and too little, said Randy W. Worobo, an associate professor of food microbiology at Cornell University.

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Waxworm Tacos

August 24, 2011


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Eating Ginger

January 18, 2011

The New York Times

Health

by Anahad O’Connor

Eating Ginger Helps Reduce Muscle Pain and Soreness

Ginger’s ability to calm an upset stomach is well known. But more recently, scientists have wondered whether its soothing effects might extend to sore muscles.

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Soap & Water

October 7, 2010

The New York Times

A soap-and-water rinse gets produce cleanest.

by Anahad O’Connor

The prospect of ingesting pesticides and other contaminants can make supermarket produce seem less than appetizing. Buying organic lowers the risk, but is no guarantee against food-borne pathogens.

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