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Are Veggies Protein?

Everyone knows that veggies are packed with nutrients like vitamins and minerals. But what about proteins? Here, we discuss if veggies are proteins and other interesting food facts.  Are Veggies Protein? When you think of the nutrients that veggies contain, you probably think of vitamins (like the vitamin A in carrots) or minerals (like the…

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Can Ginger Be Frozen?

Used everywhere from Asia to the Americas, ginger is one of the world’s most popular spices. But can ginger be frozen? In today’s post, we offer useful tips to store ginger along with some interesting facts about the history of this plant. Can Ginger Be Frozen? Yes, you can freeze ginger and store it in…

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What Is Yellow Rice?

You have probably heard about white rice, brown rice, and black rice. But what about yellow rice? In today’s post, we take a closer look at the history behind this staple of many cuisines around the world.  What Is Yellow Rice? As you might have guessed, yellow rice is well… yellow. However, there’s an important…

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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…

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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…