Mexican cuisine makes great use of lime and chili, so it makes perfect sense that Tajin season was created by a Mexican company. If you are unfamiliar with the product then it was founded by Horacio Fernande in 1985. This company produces several varieties of condiments composed of salt, lime, and chili. … Read more
Applesauce is made by cooking apples with apple cider, fresh apple juice, or water. More acidic apples will make a finer mesh such as sour Bramley apple creates a very fine mesh. For making applesauce, the apples may or may not be peeled. It is inexpensively and widely used in North America … Read more
Pineapple is known widely as a large, sweet and juicy trophic fruit with a tough, spiky skin. Beside its delicious taste; the fruit is packed with a bunch of less-known health benefits. Scroll through and get amazed! Background In the 17th century, European explorers found a spiky fruit in South America and … Read more
Granola is a popular snack or cereal for many of us. It’s a major ingredient in trail mixes, which is a staple for our road trips and other travels. Some may also prefer it to sugary cereal or plain cornflakes for their breakfast. Others mix it into yogurt or add several more … Read more
Chickpeas, scientifically known by the name Cicerarietinum, belong to the legume family and have been around for thousands of years in Asian countries. Chickpeas are the seeds of the plant belonging to the pea family (Fabaceae). They are grown for the nutritious seeds of the plant. This type of legume has a … Read more
Food journaling and keeping track of calories and nutrition consumed have never been easier. Several useful apps can provide helpful information about the food you eat. Food tracking helps you lose weight, commit to a specific type of diet, or keep track of your nutrition goals. Diet apps and food trackers count … Read more
It might be the first time you are hearing the term Sorghum. To your surprise, this is a type of grain that has been around for centuries. Not only does it pack powerful nutrients but could be easily added to your everyday meals and diet as well. Furthermore, it is used to … Read more
Black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) are edible seeds that are classified as legumes. Black beans belong to the plant family called Fabaceae (Leguminosae). Black bean is one of the varieties of a Kidney bean and is known by many names like turtle bean, caviar criollo, and frijoles negros. Appearance-wise they are hard and … Read more
Belonging to the family of plants known as Fabaceae, the beans and legumes are considered to be a type of fruit or seeds. They are an amazingly rich source of healthy fiber and numerous B vitamins. Beans are deemed an essential and very effective part of weight-loss diet plans as they are … Read more
Pulses belong to the legumes family and are referred to as dried seeds. The most common types of pulses include dried beans, peas, and lentils. Moreover, they are packed with fiber and protein with minimal fats. This nutritional property of beans and pulses makes them the most suitable replacement of meat. For … Read more
Scientifically known as Phaseolus vulgaris, Pinto beans are a common variety of beans. These common beans are an extremely popular ingredient in most of the Mexican dishes. Other beans of this family are kidney beans, navy beans, and black beans. Pinto beans are also commonly known by several other names such as … Read more
Beans come from the Fabaceae family, known as the pea, legume, or bean family. Beans either grow in pods or capsules that develop from flowers. Some legumes include peanuts, peas, and lentils, which can be bought dry, canned, or frozen. For some beans, only the seeds are edible, while some have their … Read more
The cranberry bean, also known as the borlotti bean, is a rich nutty-flavored bean that is native to Columbia. Also known by the names of Roman bean, Saluggia bean, Gadra bean, or Rosecoco beans, it is a tan-colored bean streaked with magenta or black and used in various cuisines around the world … Read more
As children, we have all been regularly commanded to finish our beans. No matter how odd or ridiculous they looked or how repulsed we felt, we had to eat them. Ever wondered why our parents were so stubborn about this whole bean affair? Turns out, there is more to it than just … Read more
The tropical, evergreen cashew tree produces the cashew fruit and the cashew nut. We have covered the cashew fruit here. The cashew tree is native to Brazil and was exported by the Europeans to Southeast Asia, where it is widely cultivated today. The cashew nuts are incredibly nutritious nuts that are also … Read more
This weekend the New York Times attacked the topic of “Why You Can’t Lose Weight on a Diet”. The article, written by neuroscientist Sandra Aamodt led with, “The problem isn’t willpower. It’s neuroscience. You can’t – and shouldn’t – fight back.” Dr. Aamodt is the author of the forthcoming book “Why Diets … Read more