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What is keto: the fat-burning diet

Keto is the fad diet of the decade, but does it really work and is it safe?

Why is pork bad for you -- a look at what the science says

The cons outweigh the pros here.

What is Boba and is it actually good for you?

It's delicious -- that's the first thing you need to know.

It's time to rediscover the forgotten crops of the world

They are tasty, nutritious, and hardy to boot.

Different types of foods are associated with different types of stroke

If you want to have a healthy heart, eat more fruits and vegetables.

Is stevia a healthy alternative? Everything you should know

Despite coming from a plant, most of the stevia products don't actually have the whole leaf.

A Cheesy Topic: The Types of Cheese

Sit down, relax, and join us on a journey through cheese and time.

Is glyphosate safe? A close look at Roundup's key ingredient

Glyphosate has taken center stage recently in terms of discussions regarding public health and safety.

How much water should you really drink a day?

The best advice is to listen to your body.

Is Coffee good or bad? A critical view on the science behind it

Evidence points to the fact that coffee does more good than harm, indicating that it can be part of a healthful diet.

What is gluten intolerance, and what are its symptoms?

Most of them have to do with your belly -- but not all.

What are carbs? Are they 'good' or 'bad'?

There are many misconceptions surrounding carbohydrates. Let's have a look!

How What You Eat Affects Your Mental Health     

They say you are what you eat -- and this goes for mental health, as well.

Are GMOs bad? Science says they're safe

The scientific consensus says GMOs are safe but public opinion remains polarized.

Where sugar comes from: a journey through its history and production

All about the world's favorite sweet.

Is beer vegetarian? Well, there could be fish bladder in your beer

Who wants to drink fish guts?

What is pasteurization, and how does it keep milk fresh for 9 months at a time?

What wizardry is this!? Find out here.

Eight messed-up 'delicacies' you probably never want to touch

Fish genitalia, bird embryos, and corn diseases. Enjoy!

From Red to White: The main types of wine, with their delicious differences

It's deliciously interesting.

8 simple tips to help you become a vegetarian

It can be simple and fun!

What are free radicals and antioxidants?

Eat your fruits and veggies, folks.

What is gluten and why some people have gluten intolerance

Gluten Morgen!

Why eating lots of sugar makes you fat

How bittersweet...

How honey is made and other sweet facts

Ah, what is sweeter than honey?

What Wikipedia can't tell you about making cheese

DIY for the holidays!

Why do onions make you cry?

It's chemical warfare!

Why coffee makes me poop

For 3 in 10 people, coffee brings much more than just a morning buzz - it brings a bowel movement.

Meet Chuño, a space worthy food that the Incas made eight centuries ago

It's got an impressive shelf-life for something you prepare by leaving outside for a few nights then stomping on it.

Ancient recipes: Pullum Numidicum (Numidian Chicken)

Perhaps one of the most underappreciated aspects of archaeology is cooking. We know surprisingly little about how people used to cook in ancient times, although a few delicious recipes managed to slip through the cracks and remain recorded. Such is the case with Pullum Numidicum (Numidian Chicken), a simple, delicious and authentic Roman recipe. The dish […]

How to read the nutritional facts label

Nutritional labels can be daunting to read if you have no idea what to look for. Most of us don’t have the time and energy to work out what these mean, so we buy on impulse. Naturally, you’d think something as important as a product’s nutritional facts was presented in a more straightforward manner. But […]

Is organic food actually better? Here's what the science says

It happens to all of us. You’re in the supermarket, you’re buying vegetables and produce, and you’re faced with the inevitable choice: regular or organic? It’s a surprisingly complex question, that carries a different significance for different people. For some, organic means healthier, or more nutritious. For others, it means eco-friendly, or tastier. It can […]

Tea Histories: Yerba Mate

Mate Tea is one of the more uncommon and special teas you can have. Not exactly a tea, it’s been a favorite of millions for hundreds of years. Typically prepared from dried leaves of Yerba Mate, the tea is served through a metallic straw called a bombilla. But let’s take it slower, and start with the […]

How long does food stay fresh? Learn what expiration dates really mean

Experts did the math and they estimate that $165 billion worth of perfectly edible food gets tossed each year, due to it passing it's expiration date. But most of these dates are largely made up.

Is Dairy Addiction Real? Here's what science says

Dairy Addiction is one idea toted not only as a notion, but as a fact by a significant number of vegans, especially ones that do not link to any reliable source (if any at all) to provide any evidence to the conclusion they have reached. So I decided that I will take it upon myself […]

Why corn is a fruit, tomatoes are berries, rhubarb is a vegetable, and strawberries are neither

Fruits and vegetables – they’re tasty and they’re healthy… but do you know what they really are? Hank Green, which we know for developing EcoGeek, explained on Youtube why some things are fruits, some things are vegetables, and some things are neither. Prepare to have your mind blown: We generally consider vegetables as a side dish […]

9 Foods to Make Sure You're Eating Enough Potassium

Potassium is one of the more important nutrients in our diet, and the recommended daily dietary intake is 4700mg – but few of us actually get even close to that figure (you may need more or less potassium depending on your body and if you have certain medical conditions). Sure, you can take dietary supplements, but […]

We're heading for a chocolate crisis - cocoa shortage incoming by 2020

The world is running out of chocolate, and if we don’t take some significant action soon, we’ll be dealing with a major chocolate shortage in less then a decade. The Swiss Barry Callebaut Group, the world’s largest chocolate producer, has joined a host of industry experts in expressing concerns about “a potential cocoa shortage by 2020”. […]

Tomtato or Pomato? Half potato, half tomato plant increases crop efficiency

The pomato is produced by grafting a tomato plant and a potato plant.

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