There are many teas that have been drunk throughout the ages. They are basically infusions of plants, usually the leaves and sometimes the flowers, by boiling them with water. Teas can be drunk hot or cold and are used for a variety of ailments. Teas of different sorts are drunk worldwide. The official tea that ...

Drinking wine or alcohol has been known to be the causes of cancer of the liver and negative social aspects but studies have indicated that it has beneficial effects to one’s health as well. Research indicates that drinking a moderate amount of wine helps reduce your bad cholesterol, lowers blood pressure, increases good cholesterol, lowers ...

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are probably the most popular cut of meat sold in America today. They are quick, easy, low fat, and universally popular. But when not cooked properly, they can be dry, tough, and stringy. What are the best ways of cooking them so you end up with moist, tender, flavorful meat? Two ...

There has been a growing interest nowadays with wine tasting and as what you may fail to realize there is more to wine tasting than just actually sipping it. If stored appropriately and aged accordingly, wine can be a very invigorating drink full of flavor. As you may observe from professional wine tasters, wine tasting ...

There is nothing tastier than fresh produce. Learning to cook with fresh ingredients will help ensure that you will enjoy healthy and tasty meals. Whether you are buying produce from a grocery store or from a local farmers market, here are some tips on what to look for when buying fresh fruits and vegetables. Purchase ...

When your stomach starts to grumble, do you reach for a take-out menu or roll down to the nearest fast food joint to get yourself a meal? During a hectic day with your kids do you throw some microwave-fresh chicken nuggets at them and pray that they will: 1. eat more than the throw on ...

Many people start vegetarian and vegan diets without devoting an adequate amount of time to nutritional research and meal planning. As a result, a considerable amount of people who start vegetarian diets do not last for more than 1-2 months. Many dieters who fail to carefully research and plan complain that they lack energy – ...

My passion for French cooking began the year I spent in France learning about this famous art. I knew French meals were delicious but also came to realize that the production of a meal was just as important as learning how to cook it. While there I threw myself into the history and art of ...

If you’re ready to teach your children how to cook, here are some simple tips for teaching them the basics, and giving them skills that will last them a lifetime! First of all, think safety. Any child that has to stand on a stool or chair in order to reach the stove is too young ...

Crock-pot cooking can offer some very tasty meals and desserts however some basic rules should be followed when using a crock-pot to cook with. You should be careful not to over stir their food while it’s cooking in a crock pot. Taking the lid off during cooking causes vast amounts of heat to escape, therefore ...

Have you ever wished you knew how to save a ruined dish, increase the flavor or make cooking easier? Well, you are not alone. Here are some cooking tips that I know you will find helpful the next time you prepare a big meal for your family. Meats – After the meat is done cooking, ...

As well as being one of the most realistic and safest ways to lose weight, the Mediterranean diet can also help prevent serious diseases such as cancer and heart disease. In fact, the American Heart Association refers to the ‘Mediterranean Diet’ as the ‘gold standard’ in heart disease prevention and if followed could greatly reduce ...

Black tea is one of the most popular teas in the world. The English love it and use it as a constant ingredient in many of their breakfast teas. Black tea comes from the same plant that green tea, white, and oolong tea come from. But if you notice, black tea has a distinctively strong ...

One of the adventures highly considered when visiting a new place is the native delicacy and food of the place. Its the most enjoyable and fulfilling escapade one can ever experience in a new place, tasting for the first time the savor of never before seen cooking. It may even be sometimes weird how a ...

Whether you are touring the intoxicating wine country of Bordeaux, dining in a romantic Parisian restaurant, or creating your own flan or crepe masterpiece at home, there are many ways to enjoy French cuisine. The French simply know how to enjoy their meals, and they usually take plenty of time to enjoy them. A lunch ...

Men and women out there like you believe in the sentimental power of a romantic dinner. Some carefully chosen recipes, flowers, candles, and some smiles, can transform a simple dinner invitation to an extraordinary dinning experience made just for you two. If you enjoy the intimacy a romantic dinner arrangement can bring to your lives, ...

Last time I opened the door of the fridge I was really hungry and became really frustrated to discover that all my health food has gradually disappeared and I was left with some ketchup, an egg and an ice-cold water container. Since I come from a family that has always been stacking the fridge with ...

Wine is one of the more complicated alcoholic drinks because the manner in which it is stored can enhance or take away from certain flavors in the wine. Many people, even those who drink wine regularly, truly do not understand the incredible importance of proper wine storage. Storing your wine in the appropriate way is ...

Although most vegetarians consume a considerable amount of protein, they often do not absorb as much as they would on a non-vegetarian diet. This is because plant proteins are considerably less digestible than animal proteins, which contain amino acid chains that are closer or identical to human amino acid chains. Consuming animal proteins might yield ...

I admit it, I love to eat out! Unfortunately, eating out is an easy way to spend a lot of money and gain a ton of weight, which adversely affects your health. The FDA says Americans spend half their money on food in restaurants, but get only one-third of their calories from eating out. That ...

Tea now is the second most consumed drink in the world, only after water. This wonderful drink was first discovered in China. It became popular throughout many Asian countries through spice trading routes. By 15th century, tea began to travel to the West and left its mark there. The interesting part is that different cultures ...

Coffee is made of a number of compounds that are well known for having a positive effect on humans. In addition, it contains certain chemicals that are pleasing to the body and that make the consumer "feel good." One of the benefits of coffee is its ability to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. ...

Salads bring fruits and vegetables to the table crisp, cool, and color-bright. With greens, fresh vegetables, or gay fruit, they add a light touch. Or they may be the sturdy kind that feature such items as meat, potatoes, cheese, or beans. Light salads are usually served in portions of about 1/2 cup. Heavier salads, often ...

Organic food health benefits are debated more than ever. With people demanding to buy organic food more, researchers are tying to find the benefits and risks of eating organically. Sometimes researchers have said that such food health advantages are really nonexistent, while with other studies, multiple benefits have been found. By researching organic foods, a ...

Wine is formed when grapes are crushed and the juice ferments. It ferments due to the naturally occurring yeast on the skins of the grapes. Of course there is a great deal more involved in the making of a good wine. It starts really with the planting of the vineyard or even before that with ...

Many articles have been written about eating disorders in news and media. Eating disorders are fast becoming a common issue with the young nowadays. Many of our young are not shielded by the influence of the media. Eating disorders can cause death. Thus, it is important to find out ways on how to prevent eating ...

A 2005 study found that ‘In contrast to early studies, recent research indicates that habitual moderate coffee intake does not represent a health hazard and may even be associated with beneficial effects on cardiovascular health ‘In fact, no clear association between coffee and the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack or other cardiovascular diseases ...

Coffee, the drink of choice to start, end, and get through the day for millions. If you are reading this then you are probably one of those millions, or is it billions? Either way, there are a lot of us that would never dream of getting through our day without this wonderful brewed beverage. When ...

For those individuals in Dallas, Houston and elsewhere in Texas who enjoy eating raw seafood such as oysters, the federal Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has a warning for you. Basically, know where you are getting your favorite aphrodisiac from. The FDA is advising that you not eat raw oysters harvested from the southern tip ...

Don’t you think it is about time you left the pot and the bottle alone? Both are highly addictive, and harmful to your health. If you think that I am talking about drugs, you are mistaken. While those are certainly harmful to you, many people do not realize just how bad coffee and soda can ...