Sarah is a baker, cook, author, and blogger living in Toronto. She believes that food is the best method of healing and a classic way of bringing people together. In her spare time, Sarah does yoga, reads cookbooks, writes stories, and finds ways to make any type of food in her blender.
Consumer Reports (CR) found heavy metals in dark chocolate bars from various brands. Although dark chocolate can contain health benefits, these products can potentially cause many health issues. The Consumer Reports researchers tested 28 dark chocolate bars and found cadmium and lead in all of them. These included products from five of the most well-known […]
Alcohol is so commonplace that many people don’t realize how many activities and events involve drinking. Beer at sports games, wine at dinner parties, champagne at weddings, cocktails at business events, or any kind of booze to ‘take the edge off’ after a hard day. Therefore, it might be no surprise that most people don’t […]
Researchers in Australia have created a supercomputer with an algorithm that predicts serious brain bleeds in patients before they happen. This program can save many lives. Brain bleeds, also known as intracranial hemorrhages, can result in brain damage and death. The outcomes can depend on the location and severity of the bleed, but it also […]
Finland has been ranked the happiest country in the world for five years in a row, according to the annual World Happiness Report. This report started ten years ago and is funded by the United Nations. The rankings are based on opinion polls asking citizens about their happiness levels in addition to other important information, […]
When talking about grapes, most people think of the standard green or red variety, maybe even black. But there are many types of grapes, with different colors, flavors, shapes, and health benefits. Moon Drop grapes stand out because of their elongated shape and almost black skin. Unlike most grapes, these were invented in 2004 by […]
Cancer is the #1 leading cause of death worldwide, causing almost 10 million deaths in 2020 [1]. It’s also the second leading cause of death in the United States, just behind heart disease [2]. Because of its commonality, almost everyone has some connection to the disease. Those who never experienced it firsthand most likely know […]
Nutrition affects our mental health as much as it affects our physical health. This is no surprise; we’ve all experienced feeling energized after a healthy meal and groggy after an unhealthy one. However, food’s impact on brain health goes beyond energy levels. It can also affect mood, emotions, cognition, and even psychiatric disorders like depression. […]
Dishwashers are a mainstay in many homes, schools, restaurants, and anywhere that serves food. Previously, people had to spend hours washing dishes in the backs of bars and cafes, but now the task can be completed with the press of a button. However, a new study from the University of Zurich found that dishwashers may […]
Many people are in the habit of washing poultry before cooking it. After all, rinsing chicken and turkey helps remove bacteria, just like with produce, right? However, this is far from the truth. Raw turkey and chicken can be contaminated with bacteria like campylobacter and salmonella, which can cause foodborne illnesses. But rinsing poultry doesn’t […]
This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links. Alcohol is known to cause liver damage, and in particular, alcoholic fatty liver disease. However, this disease can also arise unrelated to alcohol consumption. Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a term describing […]
This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links. Garlic is a popular ingredient in many foods, from garlic bread to pasta sauces. It’s rumored to ward off vampires, but its potent smell can definitely ward off people too. Mythology and bad […]
This site contains product affiliate links. We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on links in this article. 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 […]