Elderberry is a small, dark purple berry that has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. It is scientifically known as Sambucus nigra, and gradually is gaining significant attention for its potential health benefits. Just like organic acai and goji berries, modern research continues to explore the remarkable properties of elderberry. In this article, we …
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With the growing awareness of sustainability in various aspects of our lives, the food industry is no exception. Apple cider vinegar is a pantry staple for many. While usually only the health benefits are discussed, the sustainability and environmental aspects often receive less attention. In this article, we delve into the relationship between apple cider …
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Turmeric is a vibrant yellow spice commonly found in kitchens all across South Asia. It has found its use in many ways beyond the obvious culinary uses. Oral care is one such field where turmeric has recently gained traction. The rise in awareness around turmeric has offered a natural alternative to traditional toothpaste. In this …
Teflon has been a household name for decades. It has been celebrated for its exceptional non-stick properties in cookware and various industrial applications. However, concerns about its impact on health and the environment are something which is less known. We discussed the dangers of plastic utensils and why bamboo utensils are a better option. Similarly, …
Most matcha buyers obsess over one thing: ceremonial grade vs culinary grade. The packaging leans into it hard, with words like “first harvest,” “stone ground,” and “Uji origin” plastered across every tin. What almost nobody tells you is that “ceremonial grade” has no legal definition. No government body certifies it. No independent lab verifies it. …
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Cilantro is a very well known herb that goes around by the name coriander in some regions. It’s a very traditional herb used in various parts of the world in various dishes to add a unique taste to the food. However, its uses are beyond just being a culinary item. In recent years a lot …
Some links in this article are affiliate links. No brand paid to be included. Two independent labs tested bone broth for heavy metals within a year of each other. One found nothing concerning across ten products. The other found lead over California’s warning threshold in ten out of eleven. Same basic category, almost opposite results. …
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Some links in this article are affiliate links. No brand paid to be included. Bone broth gets sold as one of the cleanest things you can put in your body. Simmered bones, real collagen, nothing processed. But bones are also where animals store lead they were exposed to over an entire lifetime. Simmering for hours …
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Earlier we covered organic Brazil nuts and organic almonds as superb sources of nutrition and how they help our environment too. Today we bring yet another unique nut which is native to the beautiful continent of Africa. Yes, African walnuts, scientifically known as Coula edulis, are native to the rainforests of West Africa. Beyond their …
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Some links in this article are affiliate links. No brand paid to be included. When Consumer Reports found that most dark chocolate bars on shelves exceeded California’s safety thresholds for lead or cadmium, the story got reported as one problem: heavy metals in chocolate. It isn’t one problem. It’s two, and they have almost nothing …
