No, You Shouldn’t Wash Raw Chicken Before Cooking It. So Why Do People Still Do It?

Food safety authorities and regulators around the world recommend you don’t wash raw poultry before cooking. That’s because washing chicken can splash dangerous bacteria around the kitchen. It’s best just to thoroughly cook the chicken without washing it, so it is safe to eat. Despite this, chicken washing remains common. A survey by Australia’s Food ...

Troy Oakes

Cutting chicken meat.

Ditch Your Regular Shampoo and Try These 5 Healthy Alternatives

Are you using the wrong shampoo and damaging your hair? From the no-poo movement to coconut oil, learn about the five natural options and their benefits. Shampooing is just one of the essential grooming rituals, right? It’s true, but it may also cause more harm than you think. Your product should cleanse your scalp and ...

Nathan Machoka

A young woman choosing a shampoo.

20 Amazing Uses for Baking Soda

Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate as it is also known, is a common household ingredient with a wide range of uses. From cleaning and deodorizing to enhancing the beauty of plants, baking soda is an effective and versatile tool. It is classified as “food grade” or “industrial” so be sure you check out the label ...

Mikel Davis

A glass jar of baking soda.

The Magical Effects of Celery Juice

Celery is rich in protein and contains cellulose which invigorates the stomach, helps lower blood pressure, improves the skin, and it also supports regular bowel movements. Celery can be fried, steamed, or used as a filling for dumplings and steamed buns. In recent years, celery juice has become popular all over the world. Many celebrities, ...

David Jirard

A glass of celery juice.

The Benefits of Using Green Cleaning Products

As the world continues to become more conscious about the environment, the trend of using green cleaning products is growing rapidly. Green cleaning is the practice of using cleaning products and methods that are environmentally friendly. It is an important part of sustainable living and can be used by both businesses and households. Green cleaning ...

Jack Roberts

Eco-friendly green cleaners.

How to Overcome Being Overweight

Being overweight or obese is now the leading cause of preventable death in Australia, overtaking smoking. This month’s findings in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health have revealed the seriousness of obesity in this country. The study from Western Australia revealed that more than 60 percent of adults and one in four ...

Sheridan Genrich

Obesity.

6 Easy Caffeine-Free Tips to Kickstart Your Morning

About 1 billion people consume coffee daily across the globe. This magical brew that originated from Ethiopia is a crucial part of most people’s morning routine. Caffeine is among the many available stimulants of the central nervous system, and due to its ability to increase concentration and boost your mood, many people feel like they ...

Nathan Machoka

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How to Tackle Overeating and Foster Longevity

Food and its abundance have become a trademark for a developed society. Overeating is becoming the norm and causes little concern to those who enjoy food, except for those who strive for longevity. Studies have shown that coming away from meals being slightly less satiated is far more beneficial for one’s health and longevity. The ...

Emma Lu

Six people having a very large meal.

6 Ways to Help Prevent Diabetes

Many people worldwide have diabetes, but many more don’t know how to prevent this disease until symptoms become apparent. Diabetes is a condition in which the body does not properly process food for use as energy. Most of the food we eat is turned into glucose, or sugar, for our bodies to use for energy. ...

Emma Lu

Equipment for measuring diabetes.

Reviving the Ancient Nutritional and Culinary Value of Buckwheat

Buckwheat is a pseudo-cereal commonly grown in China, Kazakhstan, Korea, Japan, Russia, and Central and Eastern Europe. It is usually processed into flour, groats, and noodles and can also be used to make tea.  Two types are widely grown for human consumption: common and Tartary buckwheat. Nutritional benefits of buckwheat The plant originated in northern ...

Nathan Machoka

Buckwheat in a wooden spoon.