Food

What You Need To Know Before Putting Bacon In The Oven

If there's one task in life that's worth perfecting, it's bacon cookery. Here's what you need to know before putting bacon in the oven.

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Celebrity Chefs Who Don't Eat Their Own Food

Not tasting your food while you're cooking is considered a rookie mistake, but some of the most famous chefs won't eat some of their own culinary creations.

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Here's What It Really Means When You Crave Cheese

Craving cheese might not be an uncommon occurrence for many of us, but sometimes, this craving may come from a lack of certain nutrients, such as a healthy amount of fat and protein. But that's not the only reason you might want this dairy snack. Here's what it really means when you crave cheese.

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Why You Should Add Chives To Your Diet

The chives that come on your fries or baked potatoes may be doing more good for your body than you think. These little green leaves, which are nutrient-dense and loaded with vitamins and minerals, may be beneficial to your health in numerous ways. Here's why you should add chives to your diet.

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The Reason You Should Drink Herbal Tea During Pregnancy

With low levels of caffeine, high levels of polyphenols and a cozy taste, tea makes a worthy addition to your routine while you're expecting. Tea's many different types and flavors come in handy during pregnancy due to their antioxidant, anti-nausea and soothing properties.

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Here's Why You Should Be Eating Ginger While Pregnant

Perhaps one of the trademarks of pregnancy, morning sickness often stops women in their tracks when they're expecting. Here's why you should be eating ginger.

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Brand Name Originals That Are Worse Than Kirkland Signature Products

Costco is a favorite go-to for grocery shoppers looking for a bargain. Not only can you can you buy some of your favorite brand names in bulk (Hello, giant box of Cheerios!), but the store has its own Costco brand, Kirkland, that allows you buy products similar to your favorite brands for less.

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The Pioneer Woman's Actual Name Is More Complicated Than You May Think

Ree Drummond, the Pioneer Woman, comes in second only to Laura Ingalls Wilder as America's most beloved prairie-life icon. But not everything is as it seems, and in this case, Ree Drummond's image is carefully crafted to full effect. Even her name isn't an original.

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You Don't Need A Coffee Maker For Great Coffee. Here's Why

If you love coffee, deciding on the coffee machine you want to buy is a difficult choice. But we're going to save you some time and money: you actually don't need any machine to make great coffee, there are a few much more inexpensive tools that'll help you get the perfect cup.

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Here's Why Bubble Tea Isn't As Healthy As You Think

Because it contains tea, a drink long known for its health benefits (including certain cancer-preventing properties), many people assume that bubble tea is a healthy alternative to drinks such as coffee or soda. If you hold this belief, you may want to think twice before your next drink order.

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Why You Should Think Twice Before Making Rice

Rice surely has come in for some bad PR lately, but it turns out carbs really aren't as bad as certain fad diets of the past few decades have led us to believe. That said, rice isn't without its problems. Here's what nutrition and food safety expert Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND says about rice.

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You Shouldn't Put Coffee In The Freezer. Here's Why

If you're not taking good care of your coffee beans before you grind them, your java could taste as terrible as if it came straight from an expired K-cup. So how do you treat your beans with the respect they deserve? Never, ever store them in your freezer.

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This Is How Beets Can Help With Muscle Recovery

Beet juice no longer bears the stigma of being your grandma's favorite drink. Besides offering tons of flavonoids from their bright pinkish-red pigment, beets are now widely known as synonymous with an energizing, healthy vegetable - and, perhaps, muscle recovery.

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The Reason You Should Be Eating Almond Butter

Nut butter consumption has gone through the roof over the last decade with the classic peanut, cashew, and even pistachio varieties. However, one has stood out as a healthy favorite. A valuable source of protein, fats, and minerals, this is the reason you should be eating almond butter.

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This Is What Happens When You Have Too Much Vitamin C

Taking vitamin C is an essential part of many of our wellness routines. And why shouldn't it be? Experts say vitamin C not only helps boost your immune system to avoid sickness during cold and flu season, but may reduce your risk of chronic disease and lower your risk for heart disease.

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The Best Foods To Eat During A Gut Cleanse

We've all felt it before. All dressed up and yet not feeling our best. Bloating is a major bummer and sometimes we can blame our gastrointestinal tracts, or guts for those frumpy feelings. Luckily, there are a number of foods that can come to our aid while doing a gut cleanse.

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Think Twice Before Buying Seafood At Aldi

Like your seafood tasty and scandal-free? Then you may want to steer clear of this selection at Aldi, since the grocer doesn't have the best track record.

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These Are The Brands You're Not Going To Find At Costco

Sometimes it seems like you can find anything in the massive shelves of Costco. After all, it sells everything from wedding cakes made of cheese, to coffins, to advent calendars for your dog. However, there are some famous brands that you just won't find, and often for some pretty dramatic reasons.

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This Is The Trader Joe's Dessert You Need To Be Buying

Trader Joe's lovers can write an ode to their dessert collection. Their frozen food aisle is always stocked with a wide selection of tasty desserts.

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These Foods May Be Difficult To Buy This Fall Due To COVID-19

We remember pre-pandemic and that slight annoyance felt when we saw that a product on our grocery list was sold out at the store. Then spring came and COVID-19 entered our lives, changing our grocery lists and shopping habits for the unforeseeable future.

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The Detoxifying Ingredient That Will Elevate Your Avocado Toast

Packed with nutrients, avocado toast is the breakfast of champions for many millennials. But, an ingredient that adds even more goodness to your toast: cilantro. A powerful herb that detoxifies as it supports your system, read on to discover more about this avocado toast topping.

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Read This Before You Put Filet Mignon On The Grill

If you're a steak fan, chances are you've explored different ways to cook your favorite cuts to bring out the best possible flavor and texture. And if you consider yourself something of a grill master, perhaps one of the ways you've learned to perfect your meat is on the grill.

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Nutritionist Exposes Everything Kate Hudson Eats In A Day

One look at Kate Hudson, actress, entrepreneur, author, and mom of three kids, and it's clear she is fueling her looks (and boundless energy) from the inside out. From breakfast through dinner -- with room for a few snacks and indulgences along the way -- Hudson has a wholesome, well-balanced diet.

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The Secrets Sam's Club Bakery Is Keeping From You

Sam's Club shoppers love the warehouse store for their impossibly large bottles of condiments and super-sized packs of paper towels. Another perk? The fragrant bakery. If you think you know all there is to know about Sam's Club bakery, think again. Here are the secrets of Sam's Club bakery.

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The Pioneer Woman Lied To You About Cooking. Here's How

Ree Drummond, famously known as The Pioneer Woman, has the kind of life most women would envy: a sprawling country ranch, a popular Food Network program, an equally popular website, and an adorable Oklahoma country store/cafe, The Mercantile. Most of all, she has her rep as an expert cook.

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Walmart Will Pay You For Using Their Coupons. Here's Why

You already know Walmart is one of the most cost effective stores to shop. But did you know the store's coupon policy is actually pretty generous — in fact, more so than its competitors. In fact, according to some extreme couponers, you can get paid at check out, rather than owing the cashier money.

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What Your Peanut Butter Craving Really Means

When a peanut butter craving really hits, you can't eat just a little bit! Here's what your peanut butter cravings are really trying to tell you.

By Nicole Width Read More