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In the Middle East and North Africa, dates have symbolized hospitality, abundance, and celebration for centuries — and …
Your gut hosts more than 3,000 bacterial species. We know those microbes help digestion and support immunity. But could they also push us toward certain flavors and dishes — in…
Repellents are a primary line of defense against mosquitoes and the diseases those insects carry. The most common active ingredient in mosquito products is N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide, better known as DEET. Effective,…
A quick oven dinner: a savory pour-over pie with fish. This version uses salmon or trout with spinach and green peas, and you can use fresh or frozen ingredients —…
Salmon is many people’s favorite fish — we cure it at home, grill it, and serve it raw in sushi and tartare. How a parasite gets into fish Like other…
Spinach isn’t just a garnish — it’s a nutrient-dense green that works in salads, pasta, bakes, soups, and smoothies. People eat it raw, boiled, sautéed, roasted, or preserved. Its popularity…
Garlic packs a punch of flavor — and people have long hoped it can do the same for health. For centuries folks have used garlic to fight infections, aid digestion,…
Herb pasta usually starts with classic Italian noodles tossed in olive oil, garlic, parsley, and basil. This version, though, gets a creamy, satisfying finish without a drop of cream: a…
After 50, a lot of people start watching their blood sugar. Some have been diagnosed with diabetes, others were simply warned to “be careful with sweets and starchy foods.” What…
There’s plenty of evidence that simply slowing your eating can cut your calorie intake without making you feel deprived. Unlike counting calories or cutting carbs, eating more slowly is a…
A team at the University of Sydney watched a common house cricket (Acheta domesticus) carefully groom an antenna that a heated pin had poked — not just twitch away in…
Why peas cause bloating Green peas contain certain carbohydrates our bodies can’t digest — humans lack the enzyme that breaks them down. Those carbohydrates pass into the large intestine unchanged,…
Spring pea soups are light, satisfying, and exactly what you want when the season drags you down: peas pack protein, fiber, vitamins C, K, and E, plus antioxidants that support…
Excavations organized by the University of Vigo returned to Castro de Hortas this spring. The campaign ran from late April to early May 2026 and was the second excavation at…
Sugar by itself isn’t the direct cause of cavities, but it fuels the process. Cavities happen when acid-producing bacteria break down tooth enamel. Those bacteria feed on food residue on…
Researchers studying people who live to 100 and beyond have repeatedly noticed how important gut health is for longevity. Here’s a striking example. In 2024, Spanish-born María Branyas, the world’s…
What we expect to see on New Year’s tables under a thick layer of mayonnaise has about as much in common with the original as an old scooter has with…
Why is this vegetable more valuable than meat, which type of peas are eaten fresh, how should you cook them correctly, what health benefits do they offer, and who should…
Vegetable cocktails made with mineral water or milk combine leek, romaine lettuce or parsley, apples, and carrots. The main difference between base options is that a milk-based vegetable smoothie feels…
Scientists at Tufts University conducted the first comprehensive study of the eating habits of children of centenarians. The team began surveying the children of 100-year-old parents back in 2005 at…
Most people have wondered what causes that funny, frantic head shaking. Often after eating, drinking, or a cheek scratch, cats whip their heads back and forth at incredible speed. Dogs…
Researchers at the British consumer-rights group Which? have put together a comprehensive cheat sheet for removing different kinds of stains. While compiling it, the experts found that the best way…
Rhubarb pie has even become a national favorite in Britain. The plant’s standout feature — its red stalks — turns jelly-like when cooked, so using it as a pie filling…
On Svalbard, bears are eating bird eggs by the hundreds and appear better fed than they did before, and in southern Greenland scientists have found signs of rapid reshuffling in…
Stinging nettle is a longtime favorite in home hair care. Decoctions, infusions, and masks made from this plant strengthen hair, stimulate growth, and help fight dandruff and shedding. Here’s how…
Don’t put off pleasure until the last possible minute. Remember what thrills you, and make an effort to feel that joy again. Any day can become a happy day if…
Researchers from the Federal University of Pelotas (Brazil), New York University, and the U.S. National Institute on Aging found that weight gain is linked to having fewer teeth and to…
Stinging nettle gathered in spring is a treasure trove of plant protein, carotenoids, phytoncides, organic acids, chlorophyll, tannins, iron, magnesium, calcium, zinc, copper, phosphorus, silicon, and vitamins C (nettle has…
In one of the world’s cleanest countries, South Korea, eating on city buses is banned and heavy fines penalize polluters. Both indoors and out, South Korean citizens adhere to high…
A new study from the University of Hawaii Cancer Center in Manoa (Honolulu), published in the journal Neurology, found that eating high-quality plant foods is linked to a lower risk…
People usually spoil their pets with treats and toys, but this parrot got even luckier. His owner, Steven Loyer, took the bird snorkeling in a custom-built personal submarine. Bebe, a…
Experts say very few people meet the recommended five portions of fruits and vegetables a day. For example, only 29 percent of British adults meet that target. But if you…
Primrose Fristoun, a leading microbiologist at the University of Leicester (UK), warns that even refrigerated leftovers can still make you sick. “Food poisoning happens when you eat food contaminated with…
The fork feels as natural today as the air you breathe or your morning coffee, but its road to the dinner table was longer and thornier than some pop stars’…
BBQ chicken pizza is a speedy dinner for anyone who values their time — you can make it in the microwave in just one minute. You can skip roasting chicken,…
Earth’s population is about 8 billion people right now. But by the late 2070s that number will swell to a staggering 12.4 billion people, and that would be extremely dangerous…
How do you preserve memory as you age and lower your risk of dementia? Simple daily habits can significantly slow cognitive decline and help maintain brain health even after 60.…
Researchers at Drexel University and the Oregon Research Institute (USA) found convincing evidence that eating the same meals every day helps with weight loss over several months. Sure, that sounds…
Studies show red (purple) cabbage contains more vitamins and antioxidants than regular green cabbage. Red cabbage is considered good for heart health and metabolism. It strengthens the immune system, blood…
Light, vitamin-rich, and easy to make, this soup is especially welcome in spring. The base of this homemade Italian soup is white beans, fresh spinach, garlic, vegetable or chicken broth,…
Crab sticks are a popular imitation of crab meat made from surimi (fish paste). The fake crab is easy for the body to digest. But it also has contraindications and…
The number of calories your body actually absorbs depends on when you eat, how quickly you eat, and even how thoroughly you chew. These and other factors are forcing a…
Pineapple smoothies are a tried-and-true way to boost energy and support weight loss, and that benefit increases when the vitamin-packed drink also includes spinach. Pineapple is a valuable source of…
In 1921 the walls of the Washburn-Crosby office—the food empire whose Gold Medal Flour sat in nearly every American pantry—started to crack under pressure. Letters from homemakers poured in by…
Spring borscht is a bright green soup made with herbs, eggs, and sour cream. Use any greens you like: traditional sorrel, the folk choice of young nettle, or trendy—and very…
Young cabbage is rich in vitamins A, B, C, K and U and contains the beneficial minerals potassium and magnesium. This early, fresh vegetable fills you up thanks to its…
So, are potatoes, bread, and rice bad for you? Which are best to eat, and how should you eat them? Can they really protect your gut from cancer? Dietitian Sophie…
March’s fresh produce is exactly what your body needs after a vitamin-poor winter — add a healthy dish to your daily meals to invigorate you and boost your energy. Wild…
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