Category: Health&Wellness
What are the health benefits of avocado oil?
Avocados are rich in healthy fats, making them ideal for making cooking oil. Although less well-known than olive oil, avocado oil’s flavor and aroma are beloved by many. Today, we’ll explore several key benefits. Avocado oil can help maintain heart health. Traditionally, avocado oil is made by pressing the natural oils from the avocado pulp.…
Why is grass-fed butter healthier than conventional butter?
First, let’s talk about the saturated fat in butter. In fact, butter was once considered unhealthy because it contains a lot of saturated fat. Many experts at the time believed that foods high in saturated fat increased the risk of heart disease, and they blamed butter, meat, and eggs for this. However, scientists now believe…
Does nutmeg make you “high”?
Nutmeg is a completely safe spice for cooking, but excessive intake can have negative side effects. What’s going on? The reason for the “high” Nutmeg is a common spice, commonly used in meats, baking, beverages, and other cooking applications. The chemical that causes the “high” in excessive amounts is called “myristicin.” It can be understood…
How can you preserve nutrients in boiled eggs?
Boiling eggs in hot water or boiling them in boiling water are both common cooking methods. But which method is better for preserving nutrients in the eggs? Boiling eggs in hot water vs. boiling them in hot water? Boiling eggs in hot water? Prepare hot water at 65-70°C without a thermometer. Pour one cup of…
What are good fats and bad fats?
Fats, also known as fatty acids, can negatively impact heart health, while others offer significant health benefits. Like proteins and carbohydrates, fats are essential nutrients for the human body. Which foods contain good fats or bad fats? Functions of Fat Fat plays a variety of roles in the body, with the following main functions: It…
Can I still eat bitter melon seeds if they’ve turned red?
Bitter melon pairs perfectly with sweet and bitter dishes. Summer is bitter melon’s peak season, and it’s not just the flesh that’s nutritious; the inner membrane and seeds also offer nourishing and therapeutic benefits. Have you ever cut open a bitter melon and found the seeds have turned red? Is it still safe to eat?…
Is aloe vera not suitable for everyone?
Besides being an ornamental plant and a post-sun soothing treatment, aloe vera is also commonly used as a beverage ingredient. Honey aloe and lemon aloe, for example, are great summertime heat relievers. However, there are six types of people who shouldn’t consume aloin. Only these two types of aloe can be consumed after the skin…
The Right Way to Prepare Vegetables
A balanced daily diet requires a variety of vegetables and their nutritional value. However, many people prioritize flavor and texture when preparing vegetables. This approach can lead to overlooking nutrient retention and loss. What are the unique nutrients found in vegetables? To fully absorb the nutrients, you need to prepare them correctly. When preparing vegetables,…
Why does white meat cook faster than red meat?
The meat we commonly eat can be roughly divided into two categories: white meat and red meat. When cooking, you may notice that white meat, such as fish, cooks faster than red meat. Why does white meat cook faster than red meat? How does the texture and taste of white meat like fish differ from…
Is inca inchi oil more nutritious than fish oil or flaxseed oil?
Inca inchi, a native South American oil plant, is a popular oilseed plant. The oil extracted from its seeds is called “Inca Inchi Oil.” Because it’s rich in omega-3s, drought- and drought-tolerant, and rarely susceptible to pests and diseases, it’s particularly popular with consumers and growers. But is Inca Inchi Oil really that nutritious? How…
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