The 2018 winter Olympics are under way in South Korea. Top athletes from around the world are not only competing in their various sports but enjoying the local culture and food. So what kinds of food will the visiting athletes be experiencing? Of course, many of the athletes will take it upon themselves to find…
When we talk about healthy diets and eating things for medicinal purposes, we generally look at vegetables as a prime ingredient. It is true that vegetable provide countless health benefits and can be served in a variety of delicious ways. So, what about fruits, can we enjoy fruit and also get healthy? The good news…
Recently more cities are taking steps to encourage food growth within city limits. The reasons range from addressing the challenges of climate change and food security to hunger and obesity prevention. The obvious benefits are there, and people are starting to take notice. With the environment being such a global issue, large scale industrial agriculture…
What you do during your lunch break depends in large part on where you work or what your job is. Lunch breaks are a great time to chat with workmates, or maybe get some alone time while you enjoy a midday snack to hold you off until dinner. But aside from the social aspects of…
When getting in shape or losing weight, one of the first things people think to do is eat less. Eating less may have the desired effect but feeling deprived often leads to over eating later which defeats the purpose. A better way of attaining weight loss and health goals is to not deprive yourself and…
As society changes, so does the food we eat. Lately the emphasis has been on healthier and fresher foods. Of course, fast foods are still there because convenience and price continue to be attractive, but more are beginning to realize that health is even more important. In the years to come there will most likely…
For people who are trying to lose weight a common way to do it is to count calories. But counting calories is not a good way of doing it. Sure, it’s good to watch what you eat, but your body needs calories to function properly. Losing weight, the right way involves more than just reducing…
