A healthy eating pattern can be both nutritious and tasty when highlighting fresh, seasonal produce. One of the best ways to include fruits and vegetables in your meals isadding them to a salad. But if you’re hesitant to use romaine lettuce as the base, we can understand why. Getty Images Over the past few years, romaine lettuce has been prone to foodborne-illness contaminants, includingE. colioutbreaks in2018,2020and even as recent aslast year....
It’s only natural for your onions to eventually sprout, but does that make them unsafe to eat? Plus learn how to keep onions from sprouting in the first place. You may be left wondering whether it’s still safe to eat sprouted onions. Getty Images Why Do Onions Sprout? Those hairs are the onion roots. And like a flower bulb, an onion isn’t the whole plant. Onions grow stems, and sometimes a flower emerges from the top of that stem....
Here’s what you should know before cooking that green or sprouted spud. Key Takeaways: Potatoes are a nutritious and versatile vegetablewhetherfriedormashed, they’re delicious in all forms. Those littlespuds pack plenty of health benefitsand are rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals. Getty Images / Mikhail Dmitriev That’s why it’s best to monitor the appearance of the potatoes you’re storing. “Fresh potatoes should not look sprouted or have any green hue on the skin,” says Harris-Pincus....
So there’s nothing more disappointing than going to eat your berries only to discover mold. It’s tempting to just wash off or cut away moldy parts and consume the rest. But is it safe? Getty Images / Rok Stritof / EyeEm Is It OK to Eat Moldy Strawberries? A moldy strawberry should be thrown out. A small amount of this mold is unlikely to make you sick. What If Just One Strawberry Is Moldy?...
The bang out of bottle makes a big difference. For busy people on the go, the car often acts as a portable storage unit. You suddenly remember the case of water sitting in the trunk. Photo: Getty Images Before you dive in, consider these risks. According to theNational Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, BPA is found in some plastic water bottles. Numbers 3 and 7 may contain some BPA in the plastic....
Heres what you gotta know amid concerns about microplastics and toxic chemicals. A good rule of thumb is to check the manufacturers directions. What Are Plastic Storage Containers Made Of? Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. This is not to demonize plastics or turn a blind eye to their widely positive impact on modern society. Modern storage containers are quite different from what was produced at the turn of the 20th century....
Learn the risks, the best storage methods and when its time to toss it. We can, of course, make healthier versions of these foods in an air fryer or oven. But the irresistible qualities of particular fried delights are incomparably delicious when subjected to the magic of cooking oil. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. Many of us reuse it to save money, reduce waste and enhance flavor. Some dishes even taste better when cooked in previously used oil, which has developed character....
Reduce, reuse and then recycle. But there is no denying the serious issues of overusing and improperly disposing of plastics. One easy solution to cut back on plastic waste is to simply reuse your existing plastic bags. Photo:Getty Images. EatingWell design. You will want to be careful to not be too aggressive with this process. Avoid turning the bag inside out, as this could damage the seams. Breaking the seams would, of course, make the bag less effective and will shorten its life....
Hint: You may want to optimize your gut health in other ways if you’re pregnant. Plus, it’s absolutely delicious! But is it safe for pregnant women to drink? Photo: Getty Images / Premyuda Yospim / Kelvin Murray First, What Is Kombucha? SCOBY is also known as “the mother.” This is a slimy, living, plant-based culture that is the kombucha’s probiotic source. In short, a SCOBY is to kombucha as astarter is to sourdough bread....
Often enjoyed on summer vacations, lobster is a true specialty food. But is it good for you? Here, we explore the nutritional benefits and potential reasons to limit lobster consumption. Antonis Achilleos There’s really nothing like that sweet and buttery bite of lobster, however you like to eat it. Choline is important for brain function and may play a role in cognition. The omega-3 content in lobster may also contribute to its brain-boosting benefits....
It is widely used as a condiment and an ingredient in Japanese sauces and soups. Its bold umami flavors add richness to a variety of dishes. What also makes miso a globally popular ingredient in recent years are its potential health benefits. What Is Miso? The mold,Aspergillus oryzae, is used in fermentation. This is the same mold used to make soy sauce and the Japanese alcoholic beverage sake. Together, they form an ingredient called koji, which means fermentation starter in Japanese....
Nothing says “breakfast” like a glass of orange juice. But when it comes to nutrition, does your cup of sunshine fall short? But is orange juice good for you? Getty Images / Pineapple Studio / Savany Juice is often deemed as the less-nutritious option compared to eating whole fruit. Fresh-squeezed is also a great option but often more expensive when compared to packaged varieties. Fresh-squeezed juices also don’t have the same amount of calcium and vitamin D as their fortified counterparts....
Is this tasty sauce too good to be true? Here, we break down the nutrition of pesto and tell you more about how to enjoy it. Over the years, I have changed my mind about pesto. I used to worry that because it was so delicious, it couldn’t possibly be good for me. Well, I’m happy to say I’m a pesto convert and a huge pesto lover now. You’ll want to be mindful of the sodium content....
