New Discovery Explains How the Brain Prepares the Body for Food Written by: Isabella Backman, Senior Science Writer/Editor, YSM/YM Our brain prepares the body for an incoming meal before we even take the first bite. The aroma of food simmering on the stove, for...
If you have ever looked at a menu and wondered why risotto gets its own special section separate from ordinary rice dishes, you are not alone. While rice is the star ingredient, risotto is a cooking method, not a type of grain. Here is everything you need to know...
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles-Led Study Identifies Link Between Infant Formula Carbohydrates and Blood Sugar Control The study, led by Michael I. Goran, PhD, analyzed glucose variability in infants fed human milk, lactose-based formula, and corn syrup solids-based...
The Power of Sharing a Table: How Americans are Reviving ‘IRL’ Experiences with Drinks, Dinners and Beyond From Teremana Tequila Real-world connection has become increasingly rare and if you’ve felt the effects, you’re not alone. After years of digital-first habits...
Expert tips for gardening during drought As spring progresses and summer approaches, now is the time for working in the garden. However, with more than 60 percent of the United States dealing with drought, maintaining a thriving landscape has become increasingly...
A new method could help Washington shellfish farmers control a pesky shrimp Written by: Sarah McQuate, UW News Burrowing shrimp are small marine excavators native to Washington. They make their homes deep in the sediment by digging, turning the ground to Swiss cheese....
Abnormally dry conditions this spring across a wide swath of the country, with more than 60 percent of the continental U.S. in some stage of drought, are posing growing threats to agriculture and food prices, according to a new analysis...
Meet The Red Kiwi Everyone’s Talking About This Spring From Zespri While spring may be a season of fresh starts, your reset doesn’t have to include a closet clean-out or juice cleanse. Sometimes the easiest upgrade is simply adding something new, fresh and...
Expect a touch of smoky flavor in these vegetarian tacos, courtesy of the fire roasted corn and chipotle adobo sauce. That boldness in flavor is contrasted with creamy cotija cheese and sour cream, and brightness from fresh lime and cilantro. The “meat” is made with a...
Marigold Flowers Show Potential as a Source of Plant-Based Protein A new study examines whether the common decorative flower could be transformed into a sustainable ingredient. Our current fascination with high-protein foods means plant-based protein now shows up in...
