Tiny sprouts provide big nutrition

Anke Neustadt

(Nataliya Kushnir/iStock via Getty Images) Move over baby carrots and petite peas. Even tinier vegetables are catching on as go-to healthy foods. Microscale vegetables, a growing food category that includes sprouted seeds, are miniature in size yet big in nutrition. Eating sprouts well before they become full-blown plants can crank […]

Soy milk: nutrition facts and health benefits

Anke Neustadt

One of the first plant-based milk alternatives on the market, soy milk helped millions of people to avoid dairy products back when veganism was in its infancy, and lactose intolerance was less understood. Now that there are so many more milk alternatives available, you may wonder how soy milk nutrition […]

Panko Breadcrumbs: Nutrition, Benefits, and Uses

Anke Neustadt

Panko is an increasingly popular ingredient in the West, as this versatile type of breadcrumb adds a satisfying crispiness to numerous dishes. Originally from Japan, panko gives a lighter, crispier texture to foods than the heavier, crunchier traditional Western breadcrumb. In Japanese cuisine, panko has long been used as a […]

Coconut milk: nutrition facts and health benefits

Anke Neustadt

Due to its distinctive flavor and creamy texture, coconut milk can add a nice twist to coffees, protein shakes and desserts. Although it’s nowhere near as popular as other plant-based milk alternatives in the US, it retains a loyal fan base.But how nutritious is this drink? And can it bring […]

Nutrition, Uses, Benefits, and Downsides

Anke Neustadt

Wasabi peas are known for their crisp texture and spicy taste. They are a popular snack in Japan and around the world. Wasabi peas are dried and roasted green peas covered in a mixture of oil, salt, sugar, and wasabi, a thick paste with an intense flavor. However, despite its […]

Oat milk: nutrition facts and health benefits

Anke Neustadt

If you’re considering switching from dairy to plant-based milk, you may be wondering how oat milk compares in terms of nutrition. There are many reasons why you may consider the switch – lactose intolerance, environmental concerns, animal welfare and simple curiosity, to name just a few.  For many, picking the […]