So much has been said lately about how bad carbs are for you. There are so many diets now based on cutting down on carbs. But now there are findings that suggest some carbs may help you live longer. A new study has found that eating carbohydrates in moderation may be best for boosting longevity. The study involved…
It may seem hard to believe but researchers have found that what time you eat influences your body fat. According to a study published in the Journal of Nutritional Sciences, small changes to breakfast and dinner times can reduce body fat. The 10-week study on ‘time-restricted feeding was conducted by researchers from the University of Surrey. Led by Dr Jonathan Johnston, the research investigated…
California is an amazing state to live in. With beaches, deserts, forests, and mountains it is as diverse geographically as are the people who live here diverse in ethnicities and cultures. California has a lot to offer when it comes to food too. Here are some interesting and fun facts about California and food. California grows…
Not everyone is cut out to run a successful restaurant but that doesn’t keep people from trying. Recently there has been a surge in new restaurants opening, mostly in response to a growing number of people who are choosing to eat out more often. Many of these new restaurants will fail. Here are some things…
There are a lot of chocolate lovers out there who wish they could have chocolate without hurting their diets. Well for all those people there is some good news. There are some ways you can include some chocolate into your healthy diet. Dark chocolate is soothing and satisfying, and it may have health benefits, including…
Here in the United States we are not accustomed to eating crickets, or any other kinds of insects for that matter. But there are many parts of the world in which eating insects, including crickets is common. In fact, people in many parts of the world think it’s strange that we don’t eat crickets. Well…
There are a lot of people out there who don’t have time to make meals at home and end up eating out more than they should. If you are one of these people that eat out a lot of the time, there are some things you can do to make it a little healthier. You…
We all know about food “sell by” or “use by” labels and other expiration indicators on food. Sometimes people simply throw away and product that has passed one of these dates. But what most people don’t know is that food doesn’t necessarily become unsafe to eat just because it’s past the expiration date. Most people…
Summer is here, and people are taking advantage with barbeques and picnics with friends and family. While many of us are more active during the summer months, we also have a tendency to indulge in the many wining and dining opportunities that always seem to be available. But even while you’re having all that fun you should still try to…