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How Long Does Garlic Last?

For many, food is simply a way to stay alive and energetic. However, for others, food is a passion. A choice to create incredible flavor profiles, and share with the world, one’s own artistic abilities. Food has a way of bringing people together and comforting the soul and one of the most common savory flavors […]

Leah Berenson

Leah Berenson

Freelance Writer

 · 5 min read

3 Ways Wellness Culture Is ‘Making You Sick’

Opinion For many people, the term “wellness culture” is synonymous with the American health-obsessed culture, but the two are different. While it may seem like an overused buzzword, there is a difference between living a healthy and a wellness lifestyle. While the push for people to take charge of their health is amazing, this rhetoric […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

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Why your grandparents had fewer food allergies, but you don’t

Food allergies are rising, and it’s not just because we’ve gotten better at detecting and diagnosing them. Many of us are left baffled as to why our grandparents didn’t seem to have issues with allergies, while every year now, more and more children and adults are suffering from them. Theories abound on how and why […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

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Woman makes it her mission to teach people how to make healthy food from Dollar Tree ingredients

Rebecca Chobat knows how to stretch a dollar. Her TikTok account and YouTube channel are dedicated to teaching people how to make affordable and healthy food. She makes meals with groceries she bought only at Dollar Tree. Her recipes involve ideas for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks — all devised with a tight budget in […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

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Why don’t strawberries taste good anymore?

Nothing could beat a fresh strawberry on a breezy summer day. But many people are finding that store-bought strawberries taste blander than expected. They buy a box of perfect-looking, red, glossy strawberries only to experience a watered-down flavor of the once-vibrant fruit. There are many factors causing this dull taste, but fortunately, there are several […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

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This is the same beverage that hundreds of patients drank shortly before suffering a stroke

Alcohol is pretty well-ingrained in most of our societies. We drink it at sporting events, and celebrations like weddings and Christmas, and it’s an integral part of certain cultural and religious ceremonies. That being said, we also know that it’s not the healthiest of habits. Alcohol is a well-known risk factor for stroke, but a […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team

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Why Women Don’t Lick Their Babies Clean After Childbirth

Many animal mothers instinctively lick their newborns to clean them. This act of grooming is important for several reasons. One, it removes amniotic fluid, which conducts heat away from the body and warms the baby. Plus, it stimulates the newborn and brings their attention to their mother. Another possibility is that licking removes the smell […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

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10 Things That Happen To Your Body When You Stop Eating Sugar

Eliminating sugar from your diet can have a transformative effect on your health. From managing weight to improving heart health, the benefits are numerous. Here are ten things that happen when you stop eating sugar. 1. Helps Manage Weight Cutting out added sugars can significantly aid in weight management. Added sugars are high in calories […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

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There’s A Problem With Hybrid Cars, And Nobody Is Talking About It

Hybrid cars have gained significant popularity over the years, promising fuel savings and a greener alternative to traditional gasoline vehicles. Over 5 million hybrid vehicles have been sold in the past two decades, with models like the Toyota Prius leading the charge.1 However, there is an environmental issue with hybrids that isn’t getting enough attention. […]

Sean Cate

Sean Cate

Freelance Writer

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Turmeric supplements have been linked to liver damage in five people

As of May 2021, there have been over a dozen cases of liver injuries caused by turmeric supplements reported to the U.S. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. The number may be higher since some incidents may have gone unreported. Meanwhile, turmeric teas and supplements are popular, since they contain a compound […]

Sarah Biren

Sarah Biren

Founder of The Creative Palate

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10 Popular Foods Americans Love That Are Banned In Other Countries

The Standard American Diet isn’t exactly famous for being a healthy one. Often this is in reference to the excessive amount of sugar, salt, and fat in everyday American food products. However, these are the only aspects of this diet that we should be concerned about. American food products are also infamous for containing certain […]

Julie Hambleton

Julie Hambleton

The Hearty Soul Team