Researchers have identified yet another fat-related pandemic that has affected the vast majority of the world’s population. New Zealand-based researchers have coined the term “overfat” to describe a condition where the amount of excess body fat is enough to increase the risk of adverse health conditions. Data from a recent study reveal that up to […]
Man’s best friend is known for being capable of amazing feats. For years dogs have been trained to do many extraordinary tasks. They have been trained to assist people with disabilities in a number of different ways or to become therapy animals. Our four-legged furry friends are also often taught how to sniff out bombs, […]
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Food Science, the color of a sweetener packet has a direct effect on an individual’s sweetness perception and overall satisfaction. In the study, a total of 500 participants were given five different sweeteners, each a different color. Sucralose was in a yellow packet, stevia was […]
Antimicrobial protein found in the blood of Komodo dragons could help scientists develop better treatment for deadly infections that have become resistant to antibiotics. A recent study published in the Journal of Proteome Research concluded that Komodo dragon blood plasma contains numerous antimicrobial peptides. This comes as no surprise to researchers. The saliva of the […]
Ingredients 1 tablespoon chopped capers, rinsed and drained 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons olive oil 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh garlic 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper 1 (15-ounce) can unsalted Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained Cooking spray 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets 1/4 teaspoon […]
Ingredients 6 ounces uncooked whole-wheat fusilli pasta 1 medium shallot, thinly sliced 1 garlic clove, thinly sliced 3 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed and finely chopped 8 ounces shredded skinless, boneless rotisserie chicken breast (2 cups) 2 teaspoons cider vinegar 3/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive […]
Ingredients Cooking spray 4 (6-oz.) salmon fillets (about 1-in. thick) 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 8 orange slices 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound asparagus, trimmed Get Ingredients NUTRITION INFORMATION calories 394 fat 23.6 g satfat 6.3 g monofat 10 g polyfat 5.3 […]
Ingredients 1 pound flank steak, trimmed and cut into 1-in. cubes Cooking spray 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 6 ounces whole-wheat French bread, cut or torn into 1-in. pieces 1 1/4 pounds heirloom tomatoes, halved crosswise 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1/2 cup torn […]
Ingredients 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided 3/8 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh peaches (about 2 medium) 1 (12-oz.) pkg. broccoli slaw 3 (6-oz.) skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut crosswise into 1-in. strips 1/4 cup barbecue sauce 1 tablespoon chopped fresh […]