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Nourishing Breakfast Ideas to Kickstart Your Day

It’s often stated that breakfast is paramount in daily routine, and rightly so. A healthy breakfast provides the nutrients and energy needed to jumpstart your day with vigor and vitality. But what exactly constitutes a healthy breakfast, and why is it so crucial? In this article, you will learn the elements of a nutritious breakfast ...

Viena Abdon

Bowl of oatmeal with sliced strawberries and almonds.

How Safe Is Your Food: The Most Prevalent Bacteria in the Food Industry

Humans require safe, healthy, nutritious food to lead a quality life. However, if the food is not handled correctly, it can be contaminated with bacteria, viruses, harmful chemicals, and parasites. These can cause mild to chronic illnesses affecting mainly children and seniors.  So be vigilant to ensure that food is handled safely from production to ...

Nathan Machoka

Artist's drawing of E. coli bacteria.

Exploring the Intriguing Tradition of Tian Op

Tian op is a unique Thai culinary practice where ingredients like vegetables, meats, and seafood are gently cooked in a special container using the heat of small candles around it. This method, known for its unhurried approach, allows flavors to blend slowly, creating distinctive tastes. Beyond its culinary appeal, tian op holds cultural significance, fostering ...

Viena Abdon

A tian op candle.

Japanese Natto Explored: Why This Traditional Dish Is Good for Your Health

The traditional Japanese dish natto is popular in Japan, but it is commonly unheard of in the Western world. Aside from its unique taste, the dish has substantial health benefits due to its nutrition. This food is unique and is sometimes even described as an acquired taste since, admittedly, not everyone that tries it the ...

Mike West

A bowl of Japanese natto.

Spanish Tapas: All You Need to Know

Trying Spanish tapas for the first time can be overwhelming because of the amazing combination of foods. However, most people who start with a little often want more. Most people try their first Spanish tapas at a Spanish event or restaurant, so it’s often hard to tell a good tapa from a bad one. This ...

Mike West

Different types of tapas.

Top 10 Ranking Foods for Summer

During the summer, we should eat nutritious foods that will help to build our immune system and increase our immunity in preparation for the winter season. The top 10 healthy foods ranked in order from 1 to 10 1. Eggs Eggs are a complete nutritional food. They are rich in complete proteins (they contain all ...

Tatiana Denning

A plate of scrambled eggs.

White Rice Explained: Is It Healthy or Not?

Rice is the primary staple food for more than half the world’s population — with Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, and South America the largest consuming regions. The bulk of global rice is classified as Oryza sativa, a plant species believed to have originated in Asia from the Graminaceae (grass) family. Although brown rice is promoted as “healthier” because of ...

Mike West

A bowl of white rice.

Eating Raw Eggs: Yay or Nay?

Eating raw eggs has been a subject of debate for ages. Some swear by their health benefits, while others express concerns over potential risks. This article will thoroughly examine and provide accurate, reliable information to help you decide about eating raw eggs. The pros of eating raw eggs Raw eggs are a nutritional powerhouse, containing ...

Viena Abdon

Groceries, including a a carton of brown eggs.