If you’re looking for recipe inspiration, there’s no better place to start than on social media—especially TikTok. The video-sharing platform is chock-full of cooking hacks, original recipes, and unique twists on classic dishes. Last year, cloud bread, baked oats, and charcuterie boards were just some of the many viral food trends that dominated TikTok. This year, a new group of recipes infiltrated the social media platform, racking up copious views, likes, and comments. These trends span across multiple categories, including snacks, […]
Month: July 2023
Q: I’m a healthy 75-year-old male. I’m a bit frustrated after seeing my regular doctor for a checkup and receiving a call from his medical assistant that he is suggesting a low-fat, low-carb diet. I asked for more specific diet suggestions, as I admit I am nutritionally ignorant (my late wife always bought groceries and prepared meals for us). Other than beef and bread, I’m not even sure what a carbohydrate is. My LDL cholesterol is 152 mg/dL, my triglyceride […]
Good morning. There’s some very nice writing about recipes in The New York Times Magazine this week, not surprisingly under the byline of Ligaya Mishan. Her subject is a hummus recipe (above), dating back to 13th century Syria, that Lucien Zayan of the Invisible Dog Art Center in Brooklyn served at a dinner series he runs, la Salle A Manger. We don’t have a lot of recipes that are so old. In fact, Ligaya reports, there is no documentation of […]
Nuts are a tasty, convenient treat that can be enjoyed on all kinds of diets — from keto to vegan. Despite being high in fat, they have many impressive health and weight benefits. Here are the top 8 health benefits of eating nuts. Nuts are seed kernels that are widely used in cooking or eaten on their own as a snack. They’re high in fat and calories. They contain a hard, inedible outer shell that usually needs to be cracked […]
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a healthy 75-year-old male. I’m a bit frustrated after seeing my regular doctor for a checkup and receiving a call from his medical assistant that he is suggesting a low-fat, low-carb diet. I asked for more specific diet suggestions, as I admit I am nutritionally ignorant (my late wife always bought groceries and prepared meals for us). Other than beef and bread, I’m not even sure what a carbohydrate is. My LDL cholesterol is 152 mg/dL, […]
DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a healthy 75-year-old male. I’m a bit frustrated after seeing my regular doctor for a checkup and receiving a call from his medical assistant that he is suggesting a low-fat, low-carb diet. I asked for more specific diet suggestions, as I admit I am nutritionally ignorant (my late wife always bought groceries and prepared meals for us). Other than beef and bread, I’m not even sure what a carbohydrate is. My LDL cholesterol is 152 mg/dL, […]
Westford, USA, Nov. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Islamic dietary law mandates that meat, poultry, and seafood be supplied halal, meaning that they must meet certain religious requirements concerning the way they were killed. The Islamic faith is the second most practicing religion in the world after Christianity, with approximately 1.98 billion followers worldwide and over 26 Muslim countries. There are two main reasons for the growth in demand for halal food market: First, Muslims are increasingly looking to follow […]
The only way to fully appreciate the Summer Fancy Food Show, the massive gourmet trade expo held annually at the Jacob Javits Center in New York, is to put on your walking shoes and shelve preexisting opinions you might have about cinnamon churro-flavored pork rinds. With more than 2,000 vendors set up over 300,000 square feet on two levels, it’s the rare occasion where you can simultaneously triple both your daily step count and caloric intake. The show, which just […]
Some fats are healthy, but nutrition experts recommend avoiding or seriously limiting saturated fat. This type of fat can raise your LDL (or “bad”) cholesterol and lead to weight gain, heart disease, and other cardiovascular diseases. You can look up the exact amount of saturated fat on nutrition labels and websites or use this handy guide as a reference. Here are 22 foods that are high in saturated fat. GoodFocused / Shutterstock.com In addition to being packed with sodium, […]
In the pursuit of a healthy and balanced lifestyle, breakfast plays a pivotal role in setting the tone for the day ahead. For individuals aiming to achieve their fat loss goals, the importance of a nutritious breakfast cannot be overstated. Beyond the conventional three meals a day, breakfast snacks serve as essential mid-morning fuel, providing sustained energy and staving off unhealthy cravings. Understanding the link between breakfast and weight management is crucial. Numerous studies have shown that those who regularly […]
