The Food Safety Issues Associated With Vibrio Parahaemolyticus
♥ Vibrio parahaemolyticus is a foodborne pathogen and probably the leading cause of acute gastroenteritis worldwide. The bacteria is an anaerobe that is described as […]
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Cordyceps sinensis
Cordyceps sinensis (Berk.) Sacc. (family Clavicipitaceae) which is also known as winter worm or summer grass also means Dong-Chong-Xia-Cao in China. It is an important […]
Top Food Trends For 2016
Insights2Innovate Ltd has been assessing its top 7 key trends for food, health and nutrition at the end of 2015 for the forthcoming year of […]
Better Processing methods For Baby Food Purees: High-Pressure Thermal Sterilization
The creation of a safe food, especially a baby food, relies on processing to completely destroy harmful micro-organisms or at least reduce their levels to […]
Low-Fat Diets Are Not As Effective For Weight Management As First Thought
Managing your weight can prove extremely tricky as anyone conscious of their expanding waist line or sudden need for a larger size clothing size can […]
Food Matters Live 2015 – A Review
This year, Food Matters Live 2015 was a real humdinger of a food show. Admittedly, it’s hard to say it has matured given it is […]
Pigeon Pea
Pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan L. Millsp.) may be the pea to grow in warmer climates when the petit pois season has finally given way to […]
Chicken Rogan Josh
Here’s a Chicken Rogan Josh recipe tailored for 2 people, written in a traditional Indian style, with equipment, prep time, and cooking time. Chicken Rogan […]
Coping with Melasma
What is melasma? Melasma (from the Greek word, ‘melas’ meaning black) is a common skin condition formed of dark, discoloured patches of pigment. It can […]
Black Jack – A Great Game Changer In Diabetes
Black Jack is the common name for the plant Bidens pilosa. Benefits In Managing Diabetes Decoctions and infusions prepared from the roots, stems, leaves and […]
The History Behind PTFE as a Non-Stick Coating On Cookware
The history of using polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) as a non-stick coating on food utensils is a fascinating journey that revolutionized cooking and food preparation. PTFE, often […]
What alternatives are there to polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) used in non-stick cookware?
Non-stick cookware has become a staple in many kitchens, offering convenience and ease of cooking. While polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) has been the primary material used for […]
Nothing Sticks Here – Non-Stick Coatings in Food Manufacture
Non-stick coatings for food equipment have revolutionized the way we cook and prepare food. They make cooking more convenient, efficient, and enjoyable while also reducing […]
Fortunella (Kumquat)
The genus Fortunella offers the exotic fruit connoisseur a fascinating range of new options. We are familiar now with at least three types all called […]
The Elephant Apple (Dillenia indica)
The Elephant Apple (Dillenia indica Linn.) is a peculiar fruit which is rarely seen in the West. It is a member of the Dillenia family which are […]
The Bambara Groundnut – Still Being Unearthed
Bambara groundnuts should be better known ! The Bambara groundnut or Earth Pea (Vigna subterranean [L.] Verdc.) has recently been identified as a great source […]
Aranciata
Italy produces a fine range of foods and beverages – they always seem to suggest hot sun, the Rennaissance, ‘La Dolce Vita’ and so on. […]
Beef Brisket and Venison Stufato
This slow-cooked beef brisket and venison stufato with Chianti, baby onions, and new potatoes in a dough bowl with crispy scamorza and sage is a […]
What Is Lavado Cocoa?
Lavado cocoa is not that well known but amongst cocoa addicts it is probably something of a hero in the chocolate world. Lavado cocoa is […]
Whey, Isomaltulose And HMB Together Enhance Muscle Recovery After Strenuous Exercise
HMB (beta-hydroxybeta-methylbutyrate) and whey are both known for their muscle building benefits in athletes doing vigorous exercise. Very few studies however have looked at the […]