Davidson’s Plum
The Davidson’s plum (DP) is a group of three rainforest trees (Davidsonia jerseyana, Davidsonia johnsonii and Davidsonia pruriens) living in Australia which produce fruit. Their […]
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Giving Us A Healthy Diet Is What Consumers World-Wide Believe Our Food Businesses Should Provide.
Research shows nine out of ten consumers think food companies have a responsibility to make sure their diet is healthy. Very few consumers truly trust […]
Using Soy Protein As A Meat Substitute
Meat substitutes may seem an odd term nowadays for the vegetarian or vegan given that plant based foods are the ones being eulogised. When you […]
Making White Finger Rolls
White finger rolls are soft, elongated bread rolls that are perfect for making sandwiches, hot dogs, or enjoying with butter and jam. These rolls are […]
Independent Micro Restaurant Chains Keep On Expanding In Large US Cities
We probably know of at least one small independent restaurant in town that we love to dine at. May be we have […]
EU Reports On The Increasing Issue Of Antibiotic Use And Resistance
Three of the main food safety and health bodies representing the European Union have issued a second report detailing the latest data on antibiotic use and […]
Pentagalloylglucose (PGG)
A highly potent antioxidant PGG has anti-diabetic, anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor activity. Tannin based Potent anti-microbial Pentagalloylglucose (PGG) should be known better although its chemical name […]
The Oaking Of Red Wine
The oaking of red wine may seem to be an age old practice associated with the production of full bodied flavours. To be honest, the […]
Moderate Beer Consumption Is Good For Improving Good Cholesterol Levels In Men
Beer used to be brewed when potable water was not available. The beverage is now the most popular alcoholic drink in the world. We often […]
Japanese Cuisine
Japanese cuisine is known for its emphasis on fresh, seasonal ingredients, presentation, and a balance of flavors. It encompasses a wide variety of dishes and […]
Brown Butter Seared Black Cod with Puttanesca Sauce and Micro Greens
This recipe serves two and offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, with the rich, buttery black cod complemented by the tangy, umami-rich Puttanesca […]
The Use of Odor Activity Values (OAV)
Odor Activity Values (OAVs) are a significant parameter used in the field of aroma analysis to assess the contribution of individual volatile compounds to the […]
The Use of ppGpp (Alarmone Guanosine Tetraphosphate) in Biotechnology
The alarmone guanosine tetraphosphate, commonly known as ppGpp (or sometimes pppGpp), plays a crucial role in cellular responses to environmental stress and nutrient availability in […]
A Glass Of Beetroot Juice Is Great For Reducing Blood Pressure
♦ Beetroot juice shown through research helps to reduce blood pressure by up to 7% ♦ High levels of nitrate believed to be responsible ♦ […]
The Cause Of Dysentery – Shigella
Shigella is an enteric bacterial pathogen which is the principal cause of dysentery in people with varying degrees of unpleasantness and severity. Dysentery is an […]
Phytosterols For Heart Health
Ingestion of phytosterols are regularly associated with maintaining good heart health and in many ways they have earned the same reputation as statins. You might ask what […]
Growing Borage
Borage or Starflower as it is also known is a robust hardy annual. Easy to grow and a ‘cottage garden’ popular plant. Ideal for borders and […]
Growing Caraway
A hardy biennial which flowers the following year from sowing. Seeds are a wonderful seasoning for many cooked dishes and baked goods Fresh leaves are […]
Oh My – Rust Hits The Garlic
There is an unpleasant orange look to all the garlic leaves at the moment and it is not a happy moment for me trying to […]
Manuka Honey Makes A Massive Impact
Manuka honey continues to fascinate us, not least because of the many credible claims made for its efficacy. Not everyone likes the Australian or is […]