Walk into any grocery store, and you’ll see more produce variety than you would have seen twenty years ago. Modern food supply chains deceive us into believing that our favorite produce is available all year round. But the truth is, these fruits and vegetables are delivered worldwide to meet the consumer demand for year-round fresh…
Meal Prep Videos always seem to go viral. But between purchasing plastic containers in bulk, the toxicity of plastics, and the expensive aesthetic containers, one common thread seems to be missing. How can you meal prep with eco-friendly food containers? And which are the best non-toxic food storage containers? If you’re meal prepping, it’s inevitable you’ll…
Although most people think about soup with fall or winter, there are still a couple of weeks of cold weather in early spring that are deserving of a soup day. I’m convinced the perfect recipe for a cold spring night is a cannellini bean and leek soup. The seasonal leeks are freshly available at your…
For centuries, cultures around the globe have recognized the powerful link between food and well-being. This age-old wisdom is now gaining renewed attention through the food as medicine movement. But what is the food as medicine movement? It’s a movement that advocates for a shift in healthcare. It places a greater emphasis on the use…
To make cold brew coffee, all you need is cold water and fresh coffee grounds. Â The process is simple, but it requires double the grounds to brew a stronger brew. Cold brew coffee tastes great, but it does use a lot more coffee than you would expect. But now that you’re coffee supply is dwindling,…
What’s something that’s used for fifteen minutes but lasts forever? When it’s framed this way, disposable plastic utensils seem like a complete waste. While they offer the benefit of convenience, not having to wash them or worry about them vamoosing, there are options available that are better for the environment. If you’ve ever ordered takeout…
There’s a secret compound in your broccoli. Maybe your kale, too. It’s a compound called sulforaphane. It’s been gaining popularity over the past few years and, more recently, in the form of sulforaphane supplements. Sulforaphane is a naturally occurring plant compound that plays an important role in quite a few metabolic pathways. It has been…
Delivered! You just got your order of supplements in the mail. These health-promising capsules are filled with some super compound, guaranteed to deliver you the fountain of youth, a full head of luscious hair, or the ability to give you super intense focus. One thing you notice is that the supplements have a vegetarian shell….
As someone who’s been vegetarian for the past four years and leans towards a plant-forward diet, there are not always options to eat when you go to events. While catering places and restaurants have gotten more accommodating to different diets, vegetarian options are typically limited. If you’re hosting an event, we’ve provided you a few…
“What’s the difference between GMO bananas vs organic bananas?” is the first question I get asked Whenever I tell someone I am a food scientist. Bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the world. However, they are only grown in tropical regions. They are also really susceptible to diseases, which is one of the…
