Chili peppers can add a lot of flavor to Mexican, Chinese, Thai and Indian dishes. They can also add a lot of heat and spiciness, with levels that range from subtle to suicidal. Although shoppers can easily purchase fresh chili peppers at many grocery stores there are even more varieties available in the spice section, where dried and dehydrated chili peppers come in various types, sizes colors... read more »

I too love berries, great snack. Here's what I found... One word: Blueberries. They are quite possibly the healthiest berry there is. Ranked #1 by the USDA Human Nutrition Center in antioxidants. Also known among the health community as the 'brain berry' the blueberry can protect the brain from the effects of aging as well as cut down on cell damage which leads to cancer. The blue... read more »

Hi, How many of you have heard of Tender coconut as a drink? and how many of you have tasted it? If you have visited any of the east Asian countries, then I'm sure you have seen it and probably tasted it. Not many know the true benefits of tender coconut Tender coconut is a wholesome food which is easy to digest, can keep your body cool on hot summer days and highly refreshing. It is t... read more »

Before the supermarket aisles were packed wall-to-wall with boxes of cereal with cutesy names such as Cap'n Crunch, Frosted Flakes and Sugar Pops, there was that trusty round box with the drawing of the "Quaker" man on the front. Yes, Quaker Oatmeal. Not everyone wanted to eat oatmeal when there were so many other brands from which to choose, but oatmeal is one of the most wholeso... read more »

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Bento boxes are used in Japan to pack creative and nutritious lunches and the custom is starting to become popular in the United States with American mothers who are making lunches for their children to take to school. A bento box is nothing more than a small container that has several smaller containers or compartments hidden inside. A lunch made for a bento box (according to Japanese traditio... read more »

Hi, I'm sure all of you have heard a lot about probiotics, read about them on the internet, and are bombarded with a multitude of ads on both natural and artificial products containing probiotics. But here is an introduction to probiotics to folks who are not in the know and a refresher to all those who have some knowledge on it. Probiotics are friendly bacteria which have a symbiot... read more »

Coughing up enough money this season for holiday gifts may be tough, since the economic downturn has everyone tightening their belts. However, `tis the season to be jolly and for gift giving, so if you're in a bind about what to give some of the names on your list, why not consider a gift from the heart … and your kitchen? Homemade edibles, mixes, flavored oils and other jarred food i... read more »

Summer is a time when state and local fairs and carnivals are scheduled all throughout the United States. It's a wonderful time to check out the great exhibits, including the prize-winning livestock, homemade pies, jams and jellies, and the beautiful bounties from backyard gardens. It's also a fun time for the kids, as they play carnival games and take advantage of the amusement rides.... read more »

Salads are usually served at the beginning of a meal, but a salad can also make a healthy, low-calorie meal all by itself. When you use lots of fruits and vegetables, they can also be loaded with vitamins and antioxidants. The key to keeping salads interesting is to change the ingredients each time you make one. Don't just think of the simple garden salad, but imagine adding fruits, nuts, an... read more »