As you may know, I love trying out new fruits that aren’t as mainstream as, for example, apples and bananas.
There are so many fruits out there that we may have never seen or heard of because they’re not so readily available in our local grocery stores.
One of those not-so-well-known exotic fruits is the delicious cherimoya fruit. While it’s getting easier to find cherimoyas, they are still quite unique and also a bit pricey.
Learn how to remove pesticides from fruits and veggies with this guide, outlining five ways to clean fresh produce if you can’t buy organic.
In recent years, consumers have become much more aware of the need to avoid pesticides. Similarly, there has also been a significant increase in organic food sales.
Discover the unique bitter melon, a fruit that may taste very bitter but packs a punch when it comes to nutrition.
Bitter melon, also known as karela and bitter gourd, is a plant that produces a unique fruit. Unique both in taste as well as in appearance, but the nutritional benefits of bitter melon also stand out.
Even though bitter melon has a strong nutritional profile, it is still a somewhat underappreciated fruit, most likely because many people are ignoring this fruit because of its bitter taste.
In the latest installment of my never-ending quest to find different exotic fruits and excitingly unique vegetables, I am now going to discuss the longan fruit.
Longan fruit is a small tropical fruit with delicious, soft white flesh. It’s not always easy to find, but wow, do they taste good!
In my quest to find new, exciting fruits to try, I had the pleasure of eating snake fruit during my recent travels through Southeast Asia.
While snake fruit, also known as salak, is perhaps not as delicious and refreshing as other exotic fruits I’ve tried in the past, I was pleasantly surprised by this fruit’s unique flavors and texture.
Avocados are delicious, but can you also eat the pit? Find out if avocado seeds are edible and what some of the benefits and uses are.
We all know how tasty and nutritious avocados are, but what about that big, bulky seed inside? Most people will consider it as waste and throw it out, but did you know that the pit of an avocado is actually edible? Not only that, there are lots of other uses of avocado seeds that may surprise you.
A guide explaining the differences between brown rice versus white rice to help you decide which type of rice is best for you.
I don’t know about you, but I love rice dishes. I could eat rice every day and not get tired of it. On that note, Japanese food has been my favorite international cuisine ever since my first visit to the land of the rising sun many years ago. And perhaps that is where my love for rice stems from.
Do you love a good cup of tea in the afternoon as much as I do? I usually stick with black or green tea, but I do occasionally pour myself a refreshing cup of Rooibos tea.
Did you know that tea is the second most popular drink after water? Yes, I was also surprised, but it makes perfect sense when you think about it. Tea is so easy to prepare, and most people enjoy drinking it.
Raw, white, or brown sugar, which is the best choice? This guide explains the differences between the various types of sugar.
Let’s face it, we all have a bit of a sweet tooth. Most of us love a little snack in the afternoon or a delicious dessert after dinner. Nothing wrong with that.
But when we use sugar as an ingredient in our cooking, or when we put sugar in our coffee or tea, what type of sugar should we choose?
A guide with 11 of my favorite fruits and vegetables high in vitamin K, plus different ways to best prepare and serve them.
Vitamin K is essential for the body in different ways. It is best known as the vitamin that helps to form blood clots and prevent excessive bleeding. It is also suggested that vitamin K helps with the formation and repair of bones.
A guide with ten interesting Japanese food facts, because Japanese cuisine is not only delicious but also plays an important cultural role.
Ever since my first visit to the land of the rising sun, Japanese food has been my favorite international cuisine. The simplicity, the bright colors, the freshness, the unique flavors; I could eat Japanese food every day.
This guide explores the nutritional benefits of roasted seaweed, also known as nori, a Japanese staple with a unique taste.
I have always been quite a bit of a sushi addict. The freshness of this type of Japanese food, the many flavors, the variety in colors; I could literally eat it every day.
Sushi ingredients like salmon, egg, tuna, and chicken are typically quite tasty and nutritious, but what about that crunchy layer of green goodness that holds everything together?
Reviews of five of the best all-natural whey protein powder supplements, based on price, ingredients, protein content, and more.
Whey protein powder is a popular supplement that helps with building lean muscle and supports the recovery process after a workout.
While some prefer to consume protein from natural food sources, for others, a whey protein supplement is a better solution. If you’re looking for the cleanest protein powder, choose a natural product without unnecessary ingredients.
Ever since I discovered dragon fruit, I have been on the hunt for more exotic fruits that we can’t easily find in the major supermarkets.
I recently stumbled upon the kiwano fruit, otherwise known as kiwano melon or horned melon. This odd-looking fruit goes by many names, and its unusual, spiky appearance immediately caught my attention when I first saw it.
A list of 35 exotic fruits from around the world with pictures. Rare, and sometimes even weird, tropical fruits with unique shapes and flavors.
When looking at the range of fruits available in the supermarkets, you may think there is a lot to choose from, but this range is only the tip of the fruit iceberg. There are so many lesser-known fruits out there that we may have never seen or heard of before, which makes them all the more exciting.
This guide explores 15 unusual and weird vegetables from around the world. Rare veggies with unique shapes, flavors, colors, and nutritional benefits.
If you’ve read my list of exotic fruits, then you know I’m all about trying out new things. Why stick to bananas and apples if there are so many unique and delicious fruits out there?
A guide explaining the differences between white turmeric and yellow turmeric, what curcumin is, and different ways to consume turmeric.
Turmeric is a spice that is very diverse and offers great nutritional benefits, but it is also still relatively unknown in Western cuisine. A few years ago, I started experimenting with turmeric in my dinner recipes, and it has slowly become one of my favorite spices.
Can whey protein make you gain weight or even fat? This guide explains how whey protein fits into a balanced diet and workout regime.
The term whey protein is often associated with bodybuilding and weight lifting, as it is known to help build and repair muscle tissue. As such, whey protein is a popular nutritional supplement.
The question often comes up whether the consumption of whey protein can make you gain weight or even fat.
Nuts are considered nutritious, and most people love eating them as snacks. But why are we so attracted to nuts, and are they really good for us? This guide explores the pros and cons of eating nuts.
We all know that nuts are generally considered a healthy food. I don’t know about you, but I love snacking on almonds, walnuts, or macadamia nuts any time, any day.
Nuts are also very popular with vegans and raw foodies. In fact, most people who go vegan or raw for the first time typically find themselves overeating on nuts as it’s so easy to do.
If you’re interested in maintaining a nutritious and balanced diet, you’ve probably also considered eating organic food.
The organic food debate is surprisingly controversial, so I decided to explore the topic from both sides to help you make your own informed decisions.