Bananas have been a popular fruit for thousands of years. In early times, bananas were held in such high esteem they became known as the ""fruit of the wise man"" and ""fruit of paradise.""

We have plenty of ways to use cereal while saving money and reducing waste along the way. We just need to think outside the box a bit.

About 30 botulism cases are reported yearly in the U.S. and most of those cases are associated with food canned improperly at home.

Extra calories from any source can lead to weight gain.

As part of an overall healthful diet, asparagus and other healthful foods may reduce our risk for cancer, heart disease and diabetes.

We have many oil choices in the grocery store, and some of them are more healthful than others.

Eggs are one of the most versatile, economical and nutritious foods available.

Our spring season beckons us to enjoy dining and cooking outdoors.

Walking can reduce our risk for heart disease, cancer, diabetes, osteoporosis and several other diseases.

Those who sit most of the day may face a greater risk of high blood pressure, heart attacks, obesity and cancer.

Protein in food form is tasty and packed with nutrients.

Half of the people who responded to a national phone survey said they use social media, such as Facebook, to learn about food.

Sometimes, when children move away, the incentive to cook leaves along with the family members.

The latest sleep research making the news suggests that a 30-minute power nap can offset the wide array of effects of a poor night’s sleep.

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends that we have at least 1 1/2 cups of dark green vegetables per week.

At some point in our lives, most of us have found a colorful, fuzzy surprise when we opened a bread bag.

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Researchers found that having soup before a meal can take the edge off your appetite.

Obviously, diet products are big business, especially since two out of three people are overweight.

Some reports say that cold virus droplets can spread at least five feet and up to 30 feet.

Exercise and food choices go hand in hand for maintaining and improving health.

You don’t have to spend a lot of money to give a thoughtful gift.

Simplifying expectations, eating a healthful diet, getting plenty of exercise and scheduling time for relaxation can help you cope.

Incorrect measurements and mixing can affect your final product.

Quick breads are mixed and baked immediately.

Regardless of how you decide to prepare your bird, ensure a successful and safe turkey dinner by taking some precautions.

We can reduce waste in many ways in our kitchen and potentially save some money in the process.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention refers to hand washing as the single most important means of preventing the spread of disease.

Kitchen fires are the most common cause of home fires.

Most people consume about 20 pounds of onions per year. In fact, we are eating 70 percent more onions than we did just a few years ago.