Triangle sushi is a rice ball, also known as onigiri, that’s shaped into the form of a triangle. Although onigiri can be made into various shapes, triangle-shaped onigiri is typically the most common. This popular Japanese food can be eaten cold or pan-fried, with or without toppings, making it a […]
Nutrition
Which diet is more climate friendly: Novel foods or vegan?
So-called ‘novel foods’ such as insect powder and algae are increasingly being touted for their environmental and health benefits. Now a new study finds that if widely adopted, these ‘future foods’ could indeed dramatically cut the global warming potential of European diets, while fulfilling key nutritional needs. But, the new […]
Eggplants: Nutrition, Recipes Ideas, Benefits
When was the last time you picked up an eggplant to make more than just eggplant parmesan? This underappreciated veggie can make a killer eggplant parmesan, but it can also make so much more. (Getty Images) Find out just how healthy eggplant is and check out some of the amazing […]
Nutrients, Benefits, Downsides, and More
Cheese is a big part of many people’s diets around the world. Numerous varieties of cheese that have originated in Switzerland may be identified as Swiss cheese. However, in the United States, Swiss cheese is a pale yellow, slightly firm cheese made from cow’s milk. It is inspired by Emmental […]
The Benefits of Berries Include Fiber and Fighting Inflammation
There’s a solid reason why everything from sour candies and cereals to antacids and energy gels come berry-flavored. It’s a crowd-pleasing, sweet flavor. But besides the undeniable deliciousness of artificially-flavored “berry” foods, the real deal is one of the best foods for runners. Blackberries, blueberries, cranberries, raspberries, and strawberries—as well […]
Supercharge Your Diet With These 5 Science-Backed Benefits of Grapefruit
Grapefuits are loaded with nutrients and health benefits. Grapefruits are one of those fruits that people either love or hate! But if they are to your taste, you could be giving your body a real boost by eating them regularly. All citrus fruits are good for you, but grapefruits are […]
Is Seaweed Good for You? Nutrition and Benefits
When you think of healthy greens, algae probably isn’t the first thing to spring to mind. So, is seaweed good for you? Absolutely. Seaweed is a rich source of thyroid-supporting iodine. It also contains minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants that could boost heart and digestive health. If you’re trying to lose […]
The Benefits of Eating a Plant-Based Diet
Forest fires, hurricanes, floods, droughts, species extinction — the news can be pretty bleak. Instead of throwing up our hands and feeling helpless, we each have the power to help the health of the planet and ourselves simultaneously, says registered dietician Dana Ellis Hunnes in her new book, Recipe for Survival, […]
Scientists Find No Benefit to Time-Restricted Eating
The weight-loss idea is quite appealing: Limit your eating to a period of six to eight hours each day, during which you can have whatever you want. Studies in mice seemed to support so-called time-restricted eating, a form of the popular intermittent fasting diet. Small studies of people with obesity […]
Are oysters really an aphrodisiac?
Oysters are a type of shellfish that many may consider a delicacy. Others may also consider them to be an aphrodisiac, or food that boosts sexual arousal. Although scientists have not proven their effects on libido, oysters contain several compounds that may improve sexual performance or desire. Oysters are bivalve […]