Overseas visitors to China are often mesmerised by the multifarious culinary dishes the country boasts. As a result of the vast expanse of the nation and the different lifestyles of its varied populations, some offerings which are seen as delicacies by locals appear grotesque to others. We look at four of the most bizarre dishes…
This time of year, Valentine’s Day spirit is everywhere – from gift boxes and cards to conversation hearts, heart-shaped chocolates and even heart-shaped balloons. While we all have our favorite heart-shaped treat (mine are Reese’s hearts), we should also take some time think about the most important heart – the one in our chests. Since…
As the U.S. population ages, more adults are developing thinking and memory problems, called mild cognitive impairment. Scientists have been looking for ways to prevent or delay this type of mental decline and more severe disorders, like dementia. Some studies have found links between healthy eating and improved thinking and memory. Nutritionists emphasize that the…
Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day but scientists have found when it comes to losing weight, men and women should make very different choices. Men looking to lose weight should opt for high-carb breakfast items like bread, oats and grains, while women are better off eating higher-fat breakfasts, such as…
The International Food Information Council (IFIC) 2024 Food and Health Survey reports nearly three-quarters of Americans (74%) believe that the food they consume significantly impacts their overall mental and emotional well-being. The deep dive into the food habits of more than a thousand Americans age 18-80 reveals a majority identify ‘fresh’ food as the top…