Photo of fresh garlic illustrates blog: "Is Garlic Good for Your Heart?"

Is Garlic Good for Your Heart?

Garlic can do wonders for your pasta or bread. But what about its health benefits? For example, Is garlic good for your heart? Keep reading to learn some interesting, science-backed facts about garlic. Is Garlic Good for Your Heart? Humans have been using garlic for thousands of years, and for good reason. In addition to…

Photo of carrots on chopping block illustrates blog: "Why Are Carrots Orange?"

Why Are Carrots Orange?

With food, there’s always more than meets the eye. Seemingly simple questions such as “Why are carrots orange” can reveal interesting facts about nutrition and health. Keep reading to learn more. Why Are Carrots Orange? Roses are red, violets are blue, and carrots are orange. Well, that’s not the traditional version of the poem. But…

Photo of furikake illustrates blog "Can Furikake Go Bad?"

Can Furikake Go Bad?

In a previous post, we talked about the history of furikake, a popular dry Japanese condiment. But can furikake go bad? Keep reading to discover the answer.  What Is Furikake? Simply put, furikake is dry seasoning that the Japanese love to sprinkle over foods like rice, fish, or vegetables. While the ingredients of furikake may…

Photo of unpeeled potatoes illustrates blog: "Can Potatoes Go Bad?"

Can Potatoes Go Bad?

Throughout history, potatoes have been shown to be remarkably resilient and versatile. But can potatoes go bad? And if they do, how to tell? Keep reading to discover the answers.  Can Potatoes Go Bad? Potatoes are one of the world’s most famous vegetables, and for good reason: There are many ways to prepare them and…