If we think back in history, until the 19th century, the tomato was considered poisonous.
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Try to make half of your grains whole grains when choosing cereal.
Unfortunately, the popularity of potatoes suffered during the most recent “low-carb” diet craze and some people turned up their noses at them.
Hot peppers produce a burning sensation in your mouth because they contain a compound called capsaicin.
Some studies have shown that teens drink twice as much soda as milk.
Petting zoos certainly are fun places to visit at fairs and other summer events.
According to a report by the International Dairy Foods Association, ice cream and other frozen desserts are enjoyed by 90 percent of U.S. households.
Add flavor and enhance safety when enjoying your summer grilling.
Antibacterial products are linked by some researchers to the development of “superbugs” resistant to antibiotics.
Researchers have shown that children who help grow vegetables are more likely to eat them.
Test your food preparation knowledge by taking the quiz.
We have more avenues of receiving information of all sorts than ever before in history.
The salt in processed convenience foods typically is not iodized.
Reusable water bottles can become contaminated.
Microwave ovens are present in 90 percent of households.
Adding fresh and dried herbs can improve flavor and help reduce fat and salt in your favorite recipes.
Put your oldest food in the front so you use it first.
As spring events, including graduations, backyard barbecues and other celebrations, come into full swing, remember to keep “hot foods hot” and “cold foods cold.”
Eggs have fallen in and out of favor through the years.
The arrival of warmer weather brings more meetings, conferences, concerts, graduations and all sorts of activities.
People tend to shortchange themselves on dark green vegetables, along with orange vegetables.
Research has shown that strength training can help people who are healthy, as well as those who have some health concerns, including heart disease or arthritis.
Don’t lose track of your portion sizes.
Not only does soup comfort us during long, cold winters, but having soup more often also can be good for our waistlines and can improve our nutrition.
If you bypassed broccoli in your younger years, give it another chance.
According to a report, one in five teens in the U.S. has high blood cholesterol.
Are cooking games and cooking shows really teaching people about food or are they just entertainment?
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