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Penne Arrabbiata Sauce Recipe | Spicy Pasta Arrabiata
Recipe for penne all'arrabbiata. Arrabbiata means "angry" in Italian. Arrabiata sauce is most often used with penne pasta but it's also great with other pasta shapes or on chicken or shrimp.
Can You Freeze Avocado? | Freezing Avocados
Can you freeze avocados? Learn how here.
How Many Calories in Shrimp?
How many calories are there in shrimp? I often hear people say that shrimp have a lot of calories and should be avoided if one is trying to lose weight. This is simply not true.
Avocado and Shrimp Salad Recipe
This easy avocado shrimp salad recipe is full of nutrition and flavor. Tomatoes and cucumbers add extra zing and goat cheese, mango, and walnuts can be added for extra punch.
Is Avocado a Fruit or a Vegetable?
Is the avocado a fruit or a vegetable? Find the answer here.
What Is a Pescetarian Diet? | Definition of Pescetarian
What is a pescetarian diet? Pescetarians are not vegetarians. Learn the definition of pescetarian here.
Red Meat and Processed Meat Linked to Prostate Cancer
A new study has linked the consumption of red meat and processed meats to the development of prostate cancer.
How Many Calories in an Avocado?
How many calories are there in an avocado? Find out here.
2009 California Avocado Festival
The 2009 California Avocado Festival will take place this weekend in Carpinteria, California. There will be food booths, arts and crafts vendors, and music on three stages.
Taco Bell Mexican Pizza Recipe - Vegetarian
A healthier, vegetarian recipe for the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza. The tortillas are baked instead of fried and soy meat is used in place of ground beef.
Denny's Sued Over High Sodium Menu Items
The Center for Science in the Public Interest is suing Denny's over the high sodium content in many of their menu items.
8 Health Benefits of Chamomile Tea
Chamomile tea is known as a sleep aid, but it also has many other health benefits, including cancer prevention, easing of menstrual cramps, and diabetes management. Here are 8 health benefits of this popular tea.
UMF Active Manuka Honey
UMF active manuka honey is a type of raw honey that has remarkable healing properties. It is used to treat burns, ulcers, staph infections, sore throats, and many other conditions.
Basil Ginger Salmon Marinade Recipe
A basil ginger marinade for grilled salmon - this marinade is also great when grilling chicken, shrimp, and vegetables!
How to Make Ginger Tea - Ginger Tea Recipe
How to make ginger tea - an easy ginger tea recipe that you can make at home in minutes.
10 Health Benefits of Ginger
The health benefits of ginger are many - this powerful herb has been shown to be useful in the treatment of everything from cancer to migraines.
Quotes About Wine
Quotes about wine from some of history's most famous drinkers.
Panko Crumbs - Japanese Bread Crumbs
Panko crumbs are a type of Japanese bread crumb made from the soft part of bread and are used as breading in fried and baked foods.
Tyson Chicken Loaded with Antibiotics and Corruption
Tyson Foods wants the right to label its chickens as raised without antibiotics when they are in fact full of antibiotics.
Dairy Free Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe
A recipe for dairy free pumpkin cheesecake.
Dairy Free Pumpkin Pie Recipe
A recipe for dairy free pumpkin pie using coconut milk instead of evaporated milk.
Vegan Pumpkin Fudge Recipe
A recipe for vegan pumpkin fudge with walnuts made the old fashioned way.
10 Facts About Pumpkin Pie
Ten facts and trivia bits about that favorite Thanksgiving staple, pumpkin pie.
Get More Organic Bang for Your Buck
Tips on how to save money this holiday season plus links to coupons for popular organic products.
Organic Pumpkin at Trader Joe's
Trader Joe's has organic canned pumpkin at a reasonable price.
Obama Is Not a Fan of Beets
President Elect Obama hates beets but loves chili, spicy food, Mexican food, and Italian.
Pumpkin Spice Recipe
Make your own pumpkin spice with this easy recipe.
How to Make Pumpkin Pie
Want to learn how to make pumpkin pie? Here's some advice from Minnesota kids.
Pumpkin Face Masks and Skin Treatments
Pumpkin is a popular ingredient in many homemade skincare recipes, like face masks and scrubs. Here are a few recipes.
Recall: Blue Plastic Found in Lean Cuisine Chicken Dinners
Nestle is recalling several hundred thousand pounds of Lean Cuisine after reports that they contained pieces of blue plastic.
Do the Barcodes on Products Reveal the Country of Origin?
An e-mail circulating on the Internet claims that one can tell where a product is from if you look at the first three numbers of the barcode. Is this claim true or false? Find out here.
Oprah Goes on a 21 Day Vegan Cleanse
Oprah Winfrey is doing a 21-day vegan fast, giving up all animal products, sugar, alcohol, caffeine, and gluten.
10 High Potassium Foods
A list of ten foods other than bananas that are high in potassium.
Dark Chocolate During Pregnancy May Prevent Preeclampsia
Eating dark chocolate during pregnancy may prevent preeclampsia, according to a new study.
Spicy Grilled Shrimp Marinade Recipe
Spicy grilled shrimp marinade recipe that will give your grilled shrimp amazing flavor and just the right amount of spicy kick!
How to Make Cinnamon Toothpicks Using Cinnamon Oil
How to make cinnamon toothpicks using cinnamon oil. Cinnamon toothpicks are great if you're on a diet, trying to stop smoking, or just want a sugar free way to freshen your breath.
25 Facts About Bananas
25 interesting facts about bananas, the first fruit to be cultivated by man and one of the most popular fruits in the world today.
How to Crack a Coconut Open without Cracking Up
A video demonstration of how to crack a coconut open while retaining the coconut water. Cracking a coconut is not as hard as you think. Watch and find out how!
Calories in Mexican Food
A look at the calories in Mexican food. Did that burrito you just ate have more calories than a Quarter Pounder with fries? Find out here.
Dairy Free Banana Bread Recipe
A dairy free banana bread recipe that is very moist thanks to lots of bananas and easy to make.
Moist Banana Bread Recipe
Recipe for a very moist banana bread recipe that uses lots of bananas, uses basic ingredients, and is easy to make.
Wild American Shrimp vs. Farmed Shrimp
A look at wild caught American shrimp vs. imported farmed shrimp. Both the health and environmental concerns are discussed.
Spicy Food and Pregnancy
Is it safe to eat hot, spicy food during pregnancy? Find out here.
Cream Cheese Salsa Dip Recipe - Dairy Free and Vegan
A cream cheese salsa dip recipe using vegan cream cheese that is lighter in calories and fat than regular cream cheese salsa dips.
Cayenne Pepper Tea
Cayenne pepper tea is great for boosting the metabolism, giving energy, and treating various health problems. Find out how to make it here.
Asparagus and Urine Odor - What Causes It
Does your urine have a funny odor after eating asparagus? If so, you're in company with about fifty percent of the population. Find out what causes this smelly issue.
How to Freeze Asparagus
How to freeze asparagus so you can enjoy it many months after asparagus season is over.
Healthy Banana Bread Recipes Month
This month, I'll be making a variety of different health banana bread recipes, including gluten free, dairy free, vegan, low fat, and even a raw vegan version.
Playfood Vegan Cheese - It's No Play Food
Playfood is a raw vegan cashew cheese created by former Home Improvement star Taran Noah Smith. No play food, this is a really great non-dairy, soy-free cheese alternative.
Spicy Food Addiction Caused by Endorphins
How eating spicy food and peppers that contain capsaicin releases endorphins in the brain and may make spicy food addictive.
Stan Sesser Eating a Bhut Jolokia Pepper
Video of Wall Street Journal reporter Stan Sesser eating a bhut jolokia chili pepper for the first time.
Where to Buy Naga Jolokia Peppers or Seeds
Find out where to buy Naga Jolokia or Bhut Jolokia chili pepper seeds, plants, and sauces. Links to several online resources.
Dorset Naga Pepper
The Dorset Naga pepper is one of the hottest chili peppers in the world. It rates over 1,000,000 on the Scoville scale. Can you handle the heat?
Naga Jolokia or Bhut Jolokia Peppers
The Naga Jolokia or Bhut Jolokia chili pepper is ranked by the Guinness Book of World Records as the hottest chili pepper in the world. It rates over 1,000,000 on the Scoville heat scale.
Scoville Heat Units - Chili Pepper Rating Scale
The Scoville scale ranks chili peppers with heat units (HU) according to how much capsaicin they contain. Find out how your favorite peppers rank.
How to Freeze Blueberries
Instructions on how to freeze blueberries. Freezing blueblerries is easy and a great way to save fresh blueberries that you can't finish.
Raw Nut and Seed Cheese
Raw nut cheese and seed cheeses are great alternatives to dairy cheese. They can be made from cashews, macadamia nuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, pine nuts, and ...
First Cold Pressed and Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil
A look at the reasons why it's best to buy cold pressed or first cold pressed extra virgin olive oil and why you need to be careful buying olive oil produced in the United States.
Fear of Bananas - Bananaphobia
Bananaphobia is a fear of bananas. Some people are so afraid of bananas that they can't even be in the same room with them.
How to Pronounce Gnocchi
How to pronounce gnocchi, those delicious Italian potato dumplings. The pronunciation might surprise you!
How to Ripen an Avocado
Have some unripe avocados and you need them ripe fast? Here's how to ripen an avocado quickly.
Whole Foods or Whole Paycheck?
People often refer to Whole Foods market as Whole Paycheck, so what is it about this grocery store that makes us spend so much? And what are the alternatives?
How to Ripen Bananas Quickly
How to ripen bananas quickly using a simple method that takes about 24 hours.
Do Bananas Cure Hangovers?
Many people swear that bananas cure hangovers. So do they really work? Here are the facts about bananas and hangovers.
How to Freeze Strawberries
Freezing strawberries is easy. Here are instructions on how to freeze strawberries without ending up with a big clump of berries.
How to Freeze Bananas
Frozen bananas have a lot of uses. Learn how to freeze bananas for use in smoothies, banana bread, or to eat by themselves as a cold treat.
Calories in a Banana
Are the calories in bananas something you need to worry about? Find out here.
Banana Strawberry Collard Green Smoothie Recipe
A recipe for an easy green smoothie with bananas, strawberries, and collard greens.
Green Smoothies
Find out why green smoothies should be a part of your diet and how to make them.
Women Who Eat Bananas Get More Boys
Eating bananas increases a woman's chances of conceiving a boy, while dieting ups her chances of having a girl.
Don't Throw Away Those Brown, Overripe Bananas
Don't throw away that overripe banana or pear. Researchers have found a surprising benefit to eating fruits that have ripened to the point of turning brown.
Collard Greens as Sandwich Wraps
Using raw collard greens as a healthy sandwich wrap is a healthy, low carb alternative to bread and tortillas.
15 Non Dairy Foods High in Calcium
A list of 15 non dairy foods that are high in calcium.
Chia Gel to Extend and Replace Mayonnaise
How to add chia gel or Salba gel to mayonnaise in order to cut calories and fat while not affecting the taste of recipe.
5 Ways to Eat Healthier for Yourself and the Planet
Here are five things you can do to eat greener and healthier for yourself and the environment.
10 Health Benefits of Avocados
Here are ten health benefits of avocado and ten reasons that an avocado a day might just keep the doctor away.
Dairy Free Chocolate Pudding Recipe with Chia
A recipe for dairy free chocolate pudding made with Salba or chia seeds.
Erythritol Sweetener
Erythritol is a natural sweetener made from a type of sugar alcohol. It has zero calories and does not raise blood sugar levels.
10 Health Benefits of Glucomannan Powder
Here are ten health benefits of glucomannan, the fiber from the konjac plant. It is used to make shirataki noodles and can be bought as a powder to be used as a dietary supplement or thickener in recipes.
Agave Nectar as a Sweetener
Agave nectar or syrup is a raw, vegan sweetener that is used as an alternative to honey and sugar. But is there a dark side to agave? Learn more about the agave debate.
Side Effects of Glucomannan Powder
A discussion of the side effects of glucomannan powder.
Glucomannan Powder
Glucomannan powder has been shown in studies to promote weight loss and regulate blood sugar in people with diabetes. It's also great in recipes as a thickener and fat replacer.
Make Your Own Shirataki Noodles
How to make your own low carb, zero calorie shirataki noodles using only two ingredients.
Shirataki Noodles
Shirataki noodles and tofu shirataki noodles are an increasingly popular pasta substitute. So how do they compare against regular pasta? I tried two kinds and share my results here.
Chia or Salba as a Gluten Free Flour Substitute
Chia or Salba can be used as a gluten flour substitute. Find out how to make chia flour to use as a flour substitute.
Chia or Salba Gel as an Egg Substitute
Chia gel or Salba gel makes a great egg substitute or replacer in any recipe. Perfect for vegans or people with egg allergies who love to bake.
How to Make Chia Gel or Salba Gel
Recipe for making basic chia gel or Salba gel and comments about its alien blobbiness.
Chia Seed vs. Salba
A discussion of the differences between Salba seeds and chia seeds or white chia vs. black chia.
Spicy Nacho Cheese Chips (Raw, Dairy free)
A recipe for spicy nacho cheese chips made in a food dehydrator. They are raw, dairy free, and vegan.
Spicy Nacho Cheese Sauce (Raw, Dairy-free)
Recipe for spicy nacho cheese sauce that uses red bell peppers, sunflower seeds, nutritional yeast, and cayenne pepper. Raw, dairy free, vegan.
15 Facts About Chia Seeds
15 facts about chia, or chia sage, a seed that was prized by the Aztecs and is higher in Omega-3 fatty acids than flax seeds. A variety of chia is also sold under the brand name of Salba.
Excalibur Food Dehydrator
I recently bought an Excalibur food dehydrator and am having fun experimenting with it.
10 Health Benefits of Mulberries
A popular folk remedy for everything from premature gray hair to anemia, mulberries are packed with nutrition and phytonutrients.
Beware of the Lemon Wedge
A recent study shows that lemon wedges in restaurants are often tainted with several different types of bacteria.
Boston Bans Trans Fats
Boston has become the third U.S. city to ban trans fats in restaurants, hospitals, and grocery stores.
In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto
A look at Michael Pollan's new book, In Defense of Food.
Meat Recall Reveals Sickness in Meat Industry
The meat recall has exposed a sickness in the meat industry, that of severe cruelty to animals and a total disregard for humane slaughter practices.
Banana Worm Bread, Anyone?
Ode Magazine has an article this month on the benefits of eating insects complete with recipes for those brave enough to try them.
10 Foods That Boost Memory
A list of ten foods that may improve your memory and protect against age-related memory loss like Alzheimer's disease.
Lutein and Eye Health
Foods containing lutein may be beneficial in the prevention of age-related eye diseases such as macular degeneration and cataracts.
10 Foods for Eye Health
A list of ten foods that promote eye health and prevent eye diseases like macular degeneration and cataracts.
Avocado Thieves Strike Before Super Bowl
Days before Super Bowl Sunday, thousands of dollars worth of avocados were stolen from a California farm, but avocado theft is a year-round problem.
Free Rice Is Nice
At FreeRice.com you can answer vocabulary questions and earn 20 grains of rice for those in need for every question you get right.
Cinnamon Pita Chips Recipe
Make homemade, healthy baked cinnamon pita chips with this easy recipe.
Thyme Tea to Treat Colds and Flu
Thyme tea is a great natural rememdy for colds and flu. It's easy to make at home using dried thyme.
Cherry Tomatoes Stuffed with Cilantro Pesto Recipe
A recipe for cherry tomatoes stuffed with cilantro pesto that can be made with or without dairy.
Oregano for Joy
According to Greek mythology, Aphrodite created oregano as a symbol of happiness and joy. Today, oil of oregano is used as a natural treatment for depression, with many people report success with it.
17 Facts About Thyme
Here are 17 facts, from fairies and knights to mouthwash and nightmare prevention, about the herb thyme.
How to Make Cinnamon Tea
Cinnamon tea is great for people with diabetes and other health conditions. This recipe shows you how to make cinnamon tea using cinnamon sticks.
Thyme for Courage
Since ancient times, thyme has been associated with courage and has been used as a natural antidepressant. Can smelling thyme bring you out of the doldrums and give you the courage to face the day?
Rosemary for Remembrance
Rosemary has long been associated with improving the memory. Since ancient times, it has been used at funerals in order to help people remember the dead. Find out if there's any truth to the idea that "rosemary is for remembrance."
Hotel Room Glasses - A Horror Story
An investigation reveals the shocking truth about how glasses in hotel room are cleaned (or not cleaned.)
25 Facts About Beets
Beets (beetroot) have been used as food and medicine since ancient times. Here are 25 facts about this colorful root, from the Hanging Gardens of Babylon to borscht in space.
Baked Pita Chips Recipe
This recipe for baked pita chips are a healthy and easy snack you can make in just ten minutes.
18 Facts About Cinnamon
Facts about trivia about cinnamon. From the mythological Cinnamon Bird to the over-the-top funeral of Nero's wife, cinnamon is quite an interesting spice.
Vegan Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
These peanut butter rice krispy treats are non-dairy, vegan, and delicious! They use puffed brown rice instead of Rice Krispies cereal and contain no marshmallows or butter.
25 Facts About Olive Oil
25 facts about olive oil, from nutrition facts to information about olive oil production and everything in between. Includes info about the different types of olive oil, from standard olive oil to extra virgin.
Orange Icing Recipe (Dairy-free and Vegan)
If you want an easy and delicious orange icing or frosting that is dairy-free and vegan and ready in five minutes, look no further.
20 Facts About Parsley
Parsley has been the subject of superstition and fascination over the centuries. Here are some interesting facts and trivia about this breath-freshening herb.
25 Facts About Carrots
From Caligula's twisted head games to their 16th century color change, carrots have a long and colorful history. Here are 25 facts about the cool carrot.
Easy Dairy-Free Icing Recipe (Vegan)
An easy dairy-free, vegan icing or frosting recipe that contains only two ingredients and is ready in minutes.
15 Facts About Brussels Sprouts
You either love Brussels sprouts or you hate them, but here are some things you may not have known about them!
25 Facts About Celery
From ancient Rome to modern times, celery has fascinated people and even heated up their sex lives!
Dairy-free Spinach Ricotta Filling Recipe (Vegan)
A dairy-free recipe for spinach ricotta filling that can be used in lasagna, stuffed pasta shells, stuffed tomatoes, manicotti, and more.
Dark Chocolate Frosting Recipe (Dairy free and Vegan)
A recipe for dairy-free, vegan chocolate frosting, great for brownies, cupcakes, or cakes.
Dairy-Free Cottage Cheese (Vegan)
A recipe for dairy-free, vegan cottage cheese that is great in salads, with fruit, on bread, or all by itself.
16 Facts About Eggplant (Aubergine)
16 facts about eggplant (or aubergine) from its use as a 5th century tooth dye to its relation to tobacco.
Dairy-Free Vegan Ricotta Cheese Recipe
An easy recipe for yummy dairy free, vegan ricotta cheese. Use it in lasagna, manicotti, stuffed jumbo shells, and even as a base for vegan dips and spreads.
20 Facts About Pineapples
20 facts about pineapples, from the origin of the word to the history of the pineapple and other fun trivia.
Some Ice Cubes Have More Bacteria than Toilet Water
A test of Chicago area restaurants found that toilet water is often cleaner than the ice cubes served in drinks.
50 Quotes About Chocolate
50 quotes about chocolate made by writers, philosophers and comedians over the centuries.
A Few Tips for a Healthier Thanksgiving
A few tips on how to have a healthier Thanksgiving.
20 Facts About Thanksgiving Food
20 facts about Thanksgiving food, from turkeys to pumpkins.
15 Facts About Cranberries
Cranberry sauce is a traditional Thanksgiving food. Here are 12 facts about cranberries you may not have known.
16 Quotes About Thanksgiving
16 Quotes about Thanksgiving and gratitude.
L.A. Launches Voluntary Anti Trans Fat Program
Los Angeles County has launched a voluntary anti trans fat program that encourages restaurants to ditch the artery clogging fats for healthier ones.
Three Diet Habits May Reduce Risk of Dementia
New research shows that eating a diet high in fruits and vegetables, omega-3 fatty acids, and fish may significantly reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
20 Facts About Avocados
20 facts about avocados, from the health benefits of avocados to the history of the avocado.
20 Quotes About Garlic
20 quotes about garlic, from Shakespeare to William Shatner.
10 Quotes About Tomatoes
Quotes about tomatoes from wise and witty people through the ages.
10 Quotes About Onions
Quotes about onions from Will Rogers, Robert Stevenson, Carl Sandberg, and others.
25 Quotes About Apples
Quotes about apples by authors like Henry David Thoreau, Jane Austen, Dorothy Parker, and more.
20 Facts About Apples
20 facts about apples, from the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden to modern day health benefits and facts about the apple.
Double Yolked Eggs - Are Two Yolks Better Than One?
An article about double yolked eggs, whether they're good luck or bad luck and how common they are.
10 Health Benefits of Apples
The health benefits of apples range from cancer protection to Alzheimer's prevention. Read our list of the ten reasons to eat an apple a day (or more).
10 Foods That Fight Prostate Cancer
Ten foods that may help prevent prostate cancer, including garlic, tomatoes, green tea, broccoli, and more.
11 Health Benefits of Pomegranate Juice
Pomegranate juice has many health benefits. It may prevent cancer, protect against Alzheimer's disease, and
Creative Ways to Get Kids to Eat Their Veggies
Some creative ideas to get kids to eat their vegetables without going into stealth mode.
8 Healthy, Creative Pumpkin Recipes
Eight healthy, creative pumpkin recipes such as vegan pumpkin pie, Brazilian stewed pumpkin, stuffed pumpkin, and more.
10 Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds
The health benefits of pumpkin seeds are many, from prevention of prostate cancer to a natural depression cure.
Chocolate Cravings May Be All in Your Stomach
New research suggests that people who crave chocolate may have different intestinal flora and metabolisms than people who don't crave chocolate.
The Cabbage Soup Diet
The cabbage soup diet has been around for a while. Is it just a fad diet or does it really work?
The Hard Boiled Egg Diet
A look into the hard boiled egg diet. We look at whether it works and, more importantly, whether it is healthy to eat nothing but eggs for an extended period.
How Much Seafood Should Pregnant Women Eat?
There's a new report by the National Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition which says that pregnant women should consume at least 12 ounces of seafood per week. However,
10 Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a popular home remedy for everything from arthritis to dandruff. Find out what the reported health benefits of cider vinegar are and whether it is right for you.
Flexitarians
Flexitarians are vegetarians or semi-vegetarians who occasionally eat meat for social or dietary reasons and
Orthorexia Nervosa - Healthy Eating or Eating Disorder?
Orthorexia nervosa is a term that refers to an eating disorder in which people are obsessed with eating healthy food.
20 Health Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric is one of nature's most powerful healers. It has shown promise in treating cancer, arthritis, Alzheimer's disease, obesity, psoriasis, melanoma, and many more health conditions.
Debate Over Gatorade and Other Sports Drinks in Schools
There's a debate raging over whether sports drinks and "energy" drinks like Gatorade, Powerade, and VitaminWater should be sold in school vending machines and snack bars.
A High-fat, Sugar-Free Diet May Fight Cancer
A diet high in healthy fats and low in sugar and carbohydrates has been shown to prevent and cure cancer in several studies.
Does Garlic Cause Strange Dreams and Nightmares?
Does eating garlic cause nightmares and bad dreams?
Dairy Products and Prostate Cancer
Over the past 50 years, a number of studies have been done examining the link between dairy products and prostate cancer.
Diet Soda Linked to Heart Disease
Diet soda has been found to increase heart disease risk just as much as regular soda.
How to Pronounce Bruschetta
Discussion of the proper way to pronounce bruschetta and why many restaurant servers have it wrong.
Soda May Cause DNA Damage, Cirrhosis, and Parkinson's Disease
An alarming new report says that an ingredient in many sodas, sodium benzoate, may cause DNA damage, cirrhosis of the liver, Parkinson's disease, and other degenerative diseases.
Garlic Soup Recipe
A recipe for garlic soup.
10 Health Benefits of Almonds
A list of 10 health benefits of almonds, from cancer prevention to weight loss.
Fast Food Calories and Nutrition List
A list of links to find fast food calories and nutrition information from restaurants like Wendy's, Taco Bell, McDonald's, Olive Garden, Cheesecake Factory, Kentucky Fried Chicken, and more.
10 Benefits of Flaxseeds and Flaxseed Oil
A list of 10 benefits of flaxseeds and flaxseed oil.
Cilantro Week Comes to a Close
Cilantro Week has come to a close on Eat This.
Cilantro Lime Dressing
A delicious, healthy recipe for cilantro lime dressing from Eating Well magazine.
13 Health Benefits of Coriander Seeds and Cilantro Leaves
A list of 13 health benefits of coriander seeds and cilantro leaves, from management of diabetes to protection against foodborne illness like Salmonella.
Cilantro Chelation Therapy - Heavy Metal Detox?
Does cilantro chelation therapy work to remove heavy metals such as mercury, lead, and aluminum from the body? A look into this topic.
Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe
An easy, healthy recipe for cilantro lime rice.
Growing Cilantro
Instructions on growing cilantro.
Raw Vegan Cilantro Pesto Recipe
A recipe for raw vegan cilantro pesto that will knock your socks off.
Cilantro - A Video Documentary
Trailer for a documentary about cilantro.
Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Chains Woman to Toilet
There is some concern that Reese's Peanut Butter Cups may be tainted with Salmonellasal as part of the contaminated peanut butter fiasco.
Mango Cilantro Salsa Recipe
Here's a unique salsa recipe that combines mangoes, cilantro, onions, and lime juice.
Cilantro Live! Raw Food Restaurant
Cilantro Live! in San Diego is a restaurant that features raw vegan food and dishes featuring lots of cilantro.
How to Freeze Cilantro
Sometimes you buy a bunch of fresh cilantro and can't use it all before it goes bad. So what's the best way to freeze it?
Cilantro Protects Against Salmonella
Coriander seeds and cilantro leaves contain an antibacterial chemical called dodecenal that kicks some serious Salmonella butt.
Julia Child Is Among Many Who Hate Cilantro
There are a lot of people who vehemently hate cilantro. I'm obviously not one of them since I love it. A lot of people think it tastes like
The History of Cilantro
Cilantro, or coriander, has been in use for thousands of years. The word coriander comes from koris, the Greek word for bedbug. It was so named because
Cilantro Week
Articles, recipes, and posts about cilantro, or coriander.
Italians, Nutella, and Trader Joe's to the Rescue
Fun factoid: Most Italians consider peanut butter to be schifoso. That's Italian for "really, really freakin' gross and disgusting."
Peter Pan Peanut Butter Recall
I know the contaminated peanut butter situation is very serious. Two people have died and many people have gotten sick. However, I can't help but be a bit obnoxious and declare that
Consumers Still Afraid of Green Leafy Vegetables
It's been five months since the Great Spinach Scare of 2006, but consumers are still wary of leafy green vegetables, according to survey.
Consumer Reports Recommends Organic Baby Food
Consumer Reports is recommending organic baby food to parents.
Enviga Investigation Opened in Connecticut
Connecticut Attorney General Richard Blumenthal has launched an investigation into a new green tea drink marketed by Coca-Cola and Nestle called Enviga.
Super Bowl Sunday is Avocado Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday is one of the year's biggest avocado and guacamole eating days.
Good Karma Organic Rice Divine Ice Cream
A review of Good Karma Organic Rice Divine dairy-free ice cream
Cloned Meat and Dairy Won't Carry Warnings
The FDA says cloned meat and dairy products won't have to carry warnings or labels.
Investigative Report on Aspartame
An investigative report on Aspartame.
Garlic and Onion Lovers Rejoice
Garlic and onions have been proved to ward off many kinds of cancer.
Vegan Hostess Cupcakes
Recipe for vegan Hostess cupcakes.
Happy Holidays and Happy Eating!
The holidays are upon us and for many people that means two tons of food are also upon their plates. How does one make it through to January without gaining weight? Here is a sensible eating plan from one source....
The Dairy Industry Wants To Control Your Nose
The Milk Board wants to control your nose.
When Kids Become Vegetarians
Parents should accept kids' decision to become vegetarian. It might just make the whole family healthier.
Antibiotics in Poultry Cause Antibiotic Resistance
New research has found that eating poultry filled with the antibiotic virginiamycin may cause antibiotic resistance in humans.
Black Tea Reduces Stress Hormone Levels
Black tea has been found to reduce stress hormone cortisol levels in the blood.
XanGo Mangosteen Juice Receives FDA Warning
The FDA has given the makers of XanGo mangosteen juice 15 days to prove they have stopped making unproven health claims.
E. Coli Found Near California Spinach Farms
Investigators have found E. coli in eight fecal samples taken near two of the farms that are believed to have been possible sources of the recent spinach contamination.
Overeating May Be an Addiction
A study has found that overeating can be a form of addiction. Researchers monitored signals from the stomach to the brain using a device called an Implantable Gastric Stimulator.
Concern About Vegetable Consumption After Spinach Scare
Are people going to stop eating vegetables because of the spinach scare?
Fresh Spinach Is Safe to Eat, Says FDA
The FDA announced that fresh spinach is safe to eat and that all E. coli tainted spinach had been recalled.
Nutrition Labels Are Often Misinterpreted
Many people are confused over nutrition labels and serving sizes and end up overeating as a consequence.
Consumer Reports Safety Blog
Consumer Reports has a new blog called "Consumer Reports on Safety." They'll be reporting on consumer safety hazards, including food hazards.
Organic Homemade Baby Food
How to make healthy, organic homemade baby food.
Hospital Food Goes Healthy
It's always been one of the great ironies of life. Hospitals that are supposed to be centers of health and healing usually serve unhealthy fare. That's why it's amazing to read that many hospitals across the U.S. are changing their menus.
Mentos and Diet Coke Video
A video of two guys taking a Diet Coke and Mentos experiment to a new level of art.
Lactose Intolerant Kids Advised to Drink Their Milk
Some people are so desperate to get everyone drinking milk that they're now recommending that parents of lactose-intolerant kids give it to them anyway. The "some people" in this case is the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), who has released new guidelines for parents of lactose intolerant children.
2 More Spinach Related Deaths
Two more deaths related to tainted spinach have officials worried.
All Fresh Spinach to Be Avoided
The FDA previously stated that bagged spinach should be avoided but has now widened its advisory to include all fresh spinach because of the E. coli outbreak.
People Underestimate Fast Food Calories
A new study has found that people tend to underestimate the number of calories consumed in fast food meals.
Boffins Cooking Up Self-Timing Eggs
The enterprising folks at the British Egg Information Service are working on the self-timing egg. The eggs will have indicators on the shells to let you know when they're ready.
Emeril Lagasse Launches Mashed Potatoes Into Space
Chef Emeril Lagasse has launched his food into space for International Space Station astronauts to enjoy. He has been planning the menu for nearly two years.
Curry and Onions May Shrink Polyps
Past studies have shown that curry may slow down the effects of Alzheimer's and dementia. The latest study demonstrates that curry shrinks colon polyps.
Room Temperature Watermelon Better than Cold
Room temperature watermelons have more lycopene and beta carotene than cold watermelons according to a new study.
Learning How to Eat American Food
It's fantastic that they're teaching refugees how to eat American food without getting fat. So who is going to teach Americans how to eat American food?
New Book by 'Fast Food Nation' Author Eric Schlosser
Eric Schlosser's 2001 book "Fast Food Nation" shook up the fast food industry and awakened people to the truths of the fast food industry. Now, he's focusing on children in his new book, "Chew on This: Everything You Didn't Want to Know About Fast Food."
End Pumpkin Cruelty Today!
I may never carve a pumpkin or make pumpkin pie again. End pumpkin cruelty today!!
Amazon Grocery Store Debuts
Amazon.com has opened its new online grocery store featuring over 10,000 non-perishable items. They have a great natural and organic section featuring raw food items, organic products, and other healthy stuff.
Map of Fast Food Restaurants in Los Angeles
After looking at this disturbing Google map of fast food restaurants in Los Angeles, I'm left thinking about the lyrics to the song, "Big Yellow Taxi."
CBS to Advertise New Shows on Eggs
Just when you thought the world couldn't get any more absurd, a story comes along that lets you know how very wrong you were. CBS is planning to advertise its fall tv lineup on eggs. Not on egg cartons, but on the eggshells.
Mexican Avocados Make a Run for the Border
After years of struggle, the Mexican avocado has finally gained the right to cross the border into California and onto our plates.
Blueberry - The Samurai Fruit
That's one adorable blueberry. I'm also digging the Flava Flavanoid.
Don't Eat the Chicken in Detroit
If you live in the Detroit area and were thinking about going out for Chinese tonight, maybe you better have Italian instead. Frozen geese, ducks, and chickens from bird flu infected areas of China have been smuggled into the Detroit and southeast Michigan area.
Buying Organic Food on a Budget
If you're on a budget and can't afford to buy everything organic, you can still reduce the amount of pesticides on your dinner plate by shopping wisely.
Eating Fish May Prevent Macular Degeneration
Two new studies suggest that a diet rich in seafood may protect against age-related macular degeneration.
Learning to Love Beets
Beets are often an acquired taste, but once you learn to love the beet and learn how to use it in creative ways, you'll never go back to a life without beets!
7Up - Natural or Unnatural?
7Up and its makers Cadbury Schweppes have been trying to convince everyone with a new advertising campaign that 7Up is "100% Natural." However, they've left in the very unhealthy high fructose corn syrup.
Avocado Slicer and Pitter
Williams Sonoma makes an avocado slicer and pitter that looks like it might be a handy tool.
Raw Vegan Recipe - Grape and Avocado Salad
A delicious raw vegan recipe called Grape and Avocado Salad that includes avocado, red grapes, red pepper, onions, bean sprouts, garlic, lime, and cilantro.
What Happened to Trinity Water?
The mysterious disappearance of Trinity water from store shelves has many people baffled. We get the to bottom of the Trinity water mystery.
CocoaVia Chocolate Bars
The new CocoaVia chocolate bars from Mars, Inc. are a healthy snack alternative, but should we believe the marketing hype?
Shrimp with Serranos - The Sonoma Diet
A recipe for shrimp with serrano chiles from The Sonoma Diet by Dr. Connie Guttersen.
Grilled Tuna with Rosemary - The Sonoma Diet
A recipe for grilled tuna with rosemary from The Sonoma Diet by Dr. Connie Guttersen.
10 Health Benefits of Eggs
The health benefits eggs include protection from eye disease, strokes, heart attacks, and more. Did you know eggs may even improve your cholesterol?
Electric Food Steamers Make Steaming Easy
Discussing of electric food steamers includes recommendations for the best food steamers, including the Oster 5712 and the Black and Decker food steamer.
Allergy to Cinnamon
A page discussing cinnamon allergy. Allergy to cinnamon can be difficult to pinpoint since cinnamon is a hidden ingredient in many products.
Breville Juicer | Breville Juice Fountain Elite
A review of the Breville Juicer / Breville Juice Fountain Elite. For those who want their juice fast, the Breville Juicer is the way to go. However, there are some drawbacks to this juicer.
Health Benefits of Noni Juice?
Are the purported health benefits of noni juice real?. Is it a scam or the real deal? Includes links to criticism of noni juice from reliable sources.
How to Crush Garlic
Information on the different ways to crush garlic, from whacking it to crushing it with a wooden spoon to using a garlic press.
Blackstrap Molasses - The Black Goo That's Good for You
An exploration of the goo that is blackstrap molasses and how to overcome its disgusting qualities in order to benefit from its health properties.
Dagoba Chocolate Recall Expanded
Dagoba Chocolate has expanded its recall of chocolate bars contaminated with lead. Commentary and links to the official site and blogger comments.
10 Natural Remedies for Arthritis
A list of natural remedies for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, focusing on food and including natural treatments such as cherry juice, omega-3 fatty acids, cinnamon, ginger, and more.
Dagoba Chocolate Lead Update
The reactions of people who unknowingly ingested lead in certain batches of the Dagoba Eclipse chocolate bar and two other types of Dagoba chocolate bars.
Blackstrap Molasses
A discussion of the health benefits of blackstrap molasses. Blackstrap molasses is a popular healing remedy that has been used to reverse gray hair and treat acne, cancer, arthritis, and other serious illnesses.
Cinnamon and Diabetes
Cinnamon has been shown to have positive effects on diabetes because of its regulatory effect on blood sugar. For people with Type 2 diabetes, cinnamon may be just what the doctor ordered.
Dagoba Chocolate Recalled for Unsafe Levels of Lead
Information about the recall of certain batches of Dagoba Chocolate. Affected bars include the Dagoba Eclipse 87%, Los Rios 68% and Prima Materia 100%.
Juicer Reviews and Comparisons
Juicer reviews and comparisons by people who own the juicers. Juice machines evaluated include the Omega 8005 juicer, the Breville Juice Fountain, and more. Read reviews or post your own juicer review.
Omega 8005 Juicer
A review and commentary on the Omega 8005 Juicer. Among the masticating juicers, the Omega 8005 juicer is one of the most popular models on the market.
10 Health Benefits of Cinnamon
Knowledge about the health benefits of cinnamon is increasing every day. Cinnamon has been shown to have positive effects on diabetes, cancer, high cholesterol, arthritis, memory, and many other conditions.
15 Health Benefits of Green Tea
From cancer to Alzheimer's disease to weight loss, knowledge about the health benefits of green tea is growing all the time.
20 Health Benefits of Garlic
A list of the health benefits of garlic. From cancer to heart disease, garlic is one of the best things you can eat for your health.
Tart Cherry Juice Health Claims vs. the FDA
Many people have found relief from arthritis pain thanks to tart cherry juice. So why is the FDA telling companies they can't make health claims about cherry juice?
Cooking for Dummies
Apparently we're a nation of culinary dummies. According to this article in the Washington Post, when food companies "want to create recipes that millions of Americans will be able to understand, there seems to be one guiding principle: They need...
Fish Oil Supplements
A discussion of the health benefits of taking fish oil supplements as well as precautions that should be taken when supplementing with fish oil.
Sweet Green Juice Recipe
A delicious green juice recipe that includes apples, Romaine, cucumber, celery, parsley, and optional garlic and carrots.
Carbon Monoxide Used in Red Meat Packaging
Think your meat is safe because it looks fresh and pink? Shoppers who judge the freshness of meat by its pink color may be deceived by a relatively new industry practice of treating meat with carbon monoxide, critics say. The...
McDonald's Fries May Contain Wheat and Dairy
It hasn't been a good month for McDonald's fries. First they were found to have more trans fats than previously believed. Now the company is being sued because the fries are alleged to contain wheat and dairy products. People with...
What Are Trans Fats?
We all hear about how bad trans fats are for us, but most of us don't know exactly what they are or why they're so bad. With the recent news that McDonald's fries are higher in trans fats than previously...
Spinach Artichoke Dip Recipe
One of my favorite things back when I still ate dairy products was spinach artichoke dip. Unfortunately, most restaurant versions contain cheese, sour cream, and heavy cream. So I've been researching a healthier, dairy-free version and have come across a...
The Different Types of Juicers
A discussion of the different types of juicers, including centrifugal, masticating, and triturating juicers.
The Benefits of Juicing
A longtime juicer talks about the health benefits of juicing. Includes a discussion of the benefits of juicing certain fruits and vegetables as opposed to others.
The Sonoma Diet
The Sonoma Diet is one of the latest weight loss books to sweep the nation. There's an article about it in yesterday's Washington Post. I haven't read the book but I can see why the premise is so appealing to...
Juicing Recipes and Information
I'm happy to announce that Rob Armstrong of BestJuicers.com will be writing a series of posts about juicing for Eat This. He'll discuss the different types of juicers available and will be sharing his favorite juicing recipes. Since I believe...
Dagoba Chocolate
This weekend I tried some of the Dagoba chocolate that some of my friends have been raving about. I was in a health food store and saw a Dagoba bar called Xocolatl that contains 74% dark chocolate as well as...
Children and Pesticide Exposure
My eyes popped while reading a couple of paragraphs in an article called "Are organic fruit, veggies worth the extra cost?" in the Seattle Post-Intelligencer: Children eating non-organic foods were switched for five days to an organic diet and pesticide...
Food Trends for 2006 - Organic Food, Chocolate, and ... Kangaroo Meat?
There's an interesting article about the top food trends for 2006. Organic food is on the list. I have noticed that supermarkets in my area, like Ralphs and Vons, are starting to carry more and more organic and natural products....
Jim Carrey Has Given Up Caffeine, Wheat, Dairy, and Sugar
I was impressed to read that Jim Carrey has given up dairy products, wheat, sugar, and caffeine. It's amazing how people don't realize how much food is affecting them until they make a change: JIM CARREY has never been happier...
Pomegranate Juice
I felt like I was coming down with a cold today so I bought some pomegranate juice at the health food store knowing it's supposed to be good for me but not knowing the details. So I've been reading about...
Aspartame Side Effects Include Cancer
I used to drink loads of diet soda. Two years ago, I stopped drinking it after reading about aspartame and its health effects. A lot of people shrug it off, saying "they wouldn't sell it if it was that bad...
Competitive Eating - Not the Healthiest Sport
This article (Down the Hatch, Then What?) about competitive eating gives me the shivers. Is it really necessary to make eating a competitive sport? Not only is it incredibly unhealthy, but people have actually died doing it. Is your life...
Gourmet Chocolate - Rich and Healthy
Gourmet chocolate or "premium" chocolate is more popular than ever this holiday season, with many companies offering luxe options: Like coffee before it, chocolate is going complex and upscale. This holiday season, look for Tasmanian honey wrapped in dark chocolate...
Vegetarian Thanksgiving
Here's a great article from Juicee News Daily about accommodating vegetarians at your Thanksgiving feast: What should I prepare, a tofu turkey? Most vegetarians do not require meat analogues at Thanksgiving. Yes, Thanksgiving is largely about the food. But it's...
Adding Beans to the Diet May Be Beneficial
A new study suggests replacing 10% of your carbs for beans and other healthy fats like olive oil and avocado can be healthy: Trading about 10 percent of carbohydrates in the diet for beans and healthful fats such as olive...
Google Cooking
I love this article about using Google to search for recipes using the obscure ingredients hanging around one's cupboard. I was unaware that there is actually a coined term for this activity: "Google cooking." "It's good when you don't have...
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
One of my fondest memories of childhood is roasting pumpkin seeds after removing them from the pumpkin. Stick your hand in the pumpkin and gather up all the seeds. Don't rinse them with water. Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Place...
Lactose Intolerance Warnings on Milk?
Okay, I'm not a fan of milk and don't consume any dairy products but I think this is ridiculous: Milk isn't for everyone, according to a new lawsuit demanding that each and every carton sold in Washington carry a warning...
Meat and Milk from Cloned Animals?
It seems that we as a species move further and further away from natural food with each passing day. From the Washington Post: The Food and Drug Administration is expected to rule soon that milk from cloned animals and meat...
Vegetable Lasagna Recipe
This vegetarian, vegetable lasagna is made without cheese, but soy cheese or regular cheese can be added. I use no-boil lasagna noodles. They make lasagna so much easier and because the noodles are thinner, it makes for a lighter lasagna....
New Food Pyramid for Children Unveiled
A new food pyramid targetted toward children ages 6-11 was unveiled today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This follows on the heels of a new food pyramid for adults earlier in the year. The federal government today unveiled the...
Choosing Low-Fat Appetizers
There's a good article in the Seattle Times today about choosing low-calorie, healthy appetizers when dining out. It compares different options such as French onion soup vs. minestrone: If you thought French onion soup would start your meal off healthfully,...
Milk Thistle Extract
In the October issue of American Family Physician, there's an article on the benefits of milk thistle (Silybum marianum) extract. Milk thistle has shown great promise in treating alcoholic liver disease: In a six-month double-blind study26 of 36 patients with...
Types of Squash
Since I mentioned the fact that squash is technically a fruit in the post about tomatoes, I thought I'd create a post about the different types of squash. There are both summer and winter squash varieties. Here's an explanation of...
Is the Tomato a Fruit or Vegetable?
There's often confusion over whether the tomato is a fruit or vegetable. Even though the tomato is a fruit, it is usually treated like a vegetable by chefs. The reason the tomato is technically a fruit is because it contains...
Green Onions or Red Onions?
Sometimes recipes call for onions without specifying which kind. An article in the Helena Independent Record explains the different kinds of onions and how they can best be used. About yellow onions, the article says: Yellow storage onions. Common cooking...
Organic Baby Food
Liz Hurley has told People magazine that she is developing a line of organic baby food. "It's in very early development," she said. "It is something I feel very strongly about and I have just turned my farm organic. Hopefully,...
Growing Garlic
There's an article in the Centre Daily Times today about growing garlic. According to the article, late September and early October are the ideal times to plant garlic. The garlic plant is frost hardy, and if planted in late September...
Potato Soup Recipe
Now that we're getting into fall, soup is starting to sound good, so I thought I'd share this potato soup recipe. Unlike most potato soups, this version does not contain bacon or dairy, so it is suitable for vegetarians and...
The Stinking Rose: Garlic
Being part Italian, I've grown up loving garlic. And really, what's not to love? Not only does it make almost any dish taste better (ever had garlic ice cream?), but it's also incredibly healthy. A person who doesn't like garlic...
Whole Wheat Pasta
There's a great article in the Washington Post today about whole wheat pasta. The author and chef Davide Megna try several different brands of whole wheat pasta and review them. The author writes about Megna's reaction after testing several brands:...
Natural Treatments for Acne: Zinc
Many people wonder what foods they should cut out of their diets in order to clear up acne. Perhaps they should ask what foods and nutrients they should add to their diets instead. One mineral that has shown great promise...
Diet and Rosacea Symptoms
The National Rosacea Society is asking rosacea sufferers to fill out a questionnaire on the effects of diet on rosacea symptoms. You can fill it out and mail it or email it to them by October. (survey) A lot of...
Health Benefits of Cayenne Pepper
The health benefits of cayenne pepper are many. Learn more about them here.
Cucumber Sandwich Recipe
An easy, healthy cucumber sandwich recipe that is great for those on a diet or those just wanting a light, refreshing meal.
Study: The Smell of Chocolate
There's an article about the smell of chocolate in today's New York Times: They got 11 volunteers to lie inside magnetic brain scanners with separate straws leading to the fronts of their noses (the part above the lip) and the...
The Water Cure
After my post on the health benefits of water, I received an email from someone letting me know about something called "The Water Cure." I hadn't heard about this before so I did some reading on it today. In my...
Pineapple Salsa Recipe
A great recipe for pineapple salsa that includes fresh pineapple, bell peppers, jalapeno, onions, and
Banana Almond Coffee Ice Cream Recipe
A recipe for dairy-free, vegan banana almond coffee ice cream.
Easy Guacamole / Avocado Dip Recipe
An easy recipe for a healthy guacamole. Avocado dip doesn't have to be unhealthy!
Dried Fruit and Vegetables
I made a discovery at Whole Foods this weekend. There's a company called Just Tomatoes that sells tubs of dried fruit and vegetables, many of them organic. I've never been a fan of dried fruit but their products are strangely...
Dairy Free Ice Cream
Discussion about the different ice cream options for people who don't eat dairy products.
Health Benefits of Drinking Green Tea
There was a great article about the health benefits of tea in yesterday's UK Times online. Here's an excerpt: But it’s green tea that has recently caught our imagination. It promises to waft the drinker to Shangri-La on soothing...
How to Roast Garlic
Easy, step-by-step directions on how to roast garlic in either the microwave or the oven.
Raw Cacao Nibs
If you read Rachel's post on the history of chocolate, then you know that chocolate is very bitter in its raw state before sugar is added. However, there are those who feel raw cacao is a "super food" that can...
Spicy Garlic Shrimp Recipe
A delicious recipe for spicy garlic shrimp that is healtheir than most garlic shrimp recipes but even more delicious.
The History of Chocolate
In honor of the new movie, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, I thought I'd write about the history of chocolate. Truth be told, I'll come up with any excuse to write about chocolate. It's hard for us to imagine a...
Cherry Juice
Cherries and cherry juice have a lot of health benefits. They are a remedy for arthritis and a
The Benefits of Drinking Water
The health benefits of drinking water explained. If you're a soda junkie, you have to read this!
Welcome to Eat This!
Welcome to Eat This!, a new collaborative Health Diaries blog focused on something we all love: food. We will post everything about food in relation to health, from folk remedies to recent studies. Food is more than just fuel for...