Cooking Tips

Bananas are curved because they grown against the pull of gravity. They begin growing downwards, but as they get larger, they grow upwards to catch more sun, resulting in a curved shape.

Symptoms of food poisoning include: feeling sick (nausea), diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps, high temperature 38C or above, and feeling generally unwell (such as feeling tired or having aches and chills).

No, cane sugar is not the same. These two sugars vary in many ways. Cane sugar's extraction process involves heating cane juice and filtering it while retaining natural molasses and moisture. Cane sugar is organic because it's still in its rawest form.

This type of fish has a very mild flavor (somewhere in between seabass and halibut) with a light, sweet taste and large, chunky flakes, almost like lobster or crab. Thanks to its subtle flavor that easily absorbs dressings and marinades, grouper is excellent however you serve it.

It's always better to undercook than overcook. And cookies will continue to cook on the tray after you take them out of the oven.

Garlic presses are a waste of money, they compromise the texture of your beloved allium, take time to clean, and actually slow things down. So mince garlic yourself!

Pecorino, and it's most famous family member, Pecorino Romano, is also a hard, salty cheese. At first glance, it may seem similar to Parmesan, but it's far from identical. Pecorino Romano is made from sheep's cheese, which gives it a more grassy and earthy flavor.

Endorphins are the natural pain killers produced by your body. They work by binding to the opioid receptors in your brain to block the perception of pain. Spurring increased production of these natural hormones can substantially help reduce your pain, as well as produce profound feelings of pleasure and satisfaction.

Research has found that Oregano has been traditionally used in the treatment of kidney stones. It acts as a diuretic which increases urine volume and reduces supersaturation of crystals and anti-spasmodic agent or relieves pain. Oregano increases the dissolution of kidney stones.

It is available for organic wholesale supply from January through to April. The distinctive red coloring of blood oranges is due to the presence of naturally occurring pigments called anthocyanins. Raspberries, blueberries and black rice are amongst the most common foods where we find anthocyanins.

Sweet onions: Walla Walla and Vidalla are the most common kinds of sweet onions. These onions lack the sharp, astringent taste of other onions and really do taste sweet. They are fantastic thinly sliced and served in salads or on top of sandwiches.

Perkins Long Pod Okra is an old Southern heirloom that grows long and tall. This variety will grow to be to 5' and produces bright green pods that are up to 8" long. Perkins Long Pod is an early maturing okra that should be harvested at 3-5" in length for most crisp, tender pods.

Made from peanut plant seeds, peanut oil, also known as groundnut oil, is commonly used in baking, sautéing, frying, and other forms of cooking. While peanut oil offers a slightly nutty flavor, it’s generally a good, neutral option to use for most recipes.

Portobello mushrooms are mature, white button mushrooms, and a healthy, edible type of fungus. Benefits of Portobello include high levels of B vitamins, antioxidants, phytonutrients like selenium, copper, potassium, phosphorus, and even some plant-based protein.

Truffles are generally considered as a type of mushrooms that are seasonal, extremely difficult to grow and take many years to cultivate. They also have a short shelf life and require a very specific climate to grow, lots of oak trees, that's why they are often found in woodland and are so expensive.

When it comes to deciding what to eat on the keto diet, the rules are pretty simple: Eat mostly healthy fats (about 75% of your daily calories should come from fats), moderate protein intake (about 20%) and minimal carbs (no more than 5%).

Calcium Carbonate is a dietary supplement used when the amount of calcium taken in the diet is not enough, essential for healthy bones, muscles, nervous system, and heart. It is what makes up all the shells you see on snails and other creatures and stones, such as marbles, limestone or chalk. It is also used as an antacid to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach.

Dried figs are high in sugar and calories, so they should be eaten in moderation. They may be more effective at treating constipation then fresh figs. Dried figs are an excellent source of dietary fiber and are full of essential minerals such as potassium, magnesium, iron and calcium.

Fresh or Dried Tarragon: It has a similar licorice or anise finish to the flavor. You can use equal amounts of fresh tarragon or dried tarragon to substitute for fresh dill or dried dill.

GRAPESEED OIL: this oil is about 70% omega-6 fatty acid which is way too many and this high quantity of omega-6 causes inflammation which is true cause of heart disease and can lead to other health problems like cancer and autoimmune disorders. It is also an industrially processed oil, so it becomes oxidized while it is made, leading to hormonal imbalance and thyroid damage.

SOFT DRINKS: everyone knows these contain sugar, but that amount varies. A 355 ml can of Coca Cola has 10 teaspoons of sugar (39 grams), while a Mountain Dew has over 11 (47 grams).

1- Toss the table sugar (white and brown), syrup, honey and molasses. 2- Swap out soda. 3- Eat fresh, frozen, dried and canned fruits. 4- Compare food labels and choose products with the lowest amounts of added sugars. 5- Add fruit. 6- Replace it completely.

Millets contain much higher amounts of fiber and essential minerals than wheat, rice and other cereal grains.

Barley is a cereal grain that people often eat as food. It is rich in many beneficial nutrients. It reduces hunger and may help you lose weight. It can improve digestion, may prevent gallstones, and reduce heart disease risk.