Amala, A Top Food From Nigeria
Amala might not be that well known to many of us in Europe but to many it is a classic staple. Any visit to a […]
ISO9001 In Food Manufacturing
Quality management systems (QMS) are one of the key prerequisites in developing effective control processes for food production and manufacturing. The universal standard is now […]
Apple Diseases
Apple diseases are a real problem. We always hope for a bumper crop of apples if we are lucky enough to have a tree in […]
Fermented Berries Can Reduce Blood Glucose Levels – Good News For Diabetics
Most berries, including fermented berries are viewed as ‘superfoods’ and they are being demonstrated to be particularly important for type-2 diabetics according to the American Diabetes […]
Garden Mint Sorbet
Garden mint sorbet is a refreshing and light dessert, perfect for hot days or as a palate cleanser between courses. With the fresh, vibrant flavor […]
Excessive Salt Levels In Healthy Dips
A recent survey of the salt content of healthy dips by the charity group CASH (Consensus Action on Salt and Health) reveals that some products […]
The Natural Way To Cure Meats With Nitrates
Many years have passed since it was recognised that chemical nitrites and nitrates were an health issue in the curing of meats. The search has […]
Could you Eat Lionfish ?
Lionfish might seem to be rather a dangerous but beautiful fish for the supper table, given it has such venomous dorsal fins and is incredibly […]
Put A Stopper On Aging – Urolithin A Might Be The Key
Some fruits and nuts have potential anti-aging powers and urolithin might be the key. Johan Auwerx at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne in Switzerland […]
The Emergence Of Cold Plasma Technology
Cold Plasma Technology: An Introduction An emerging technology in recent years is cold plasma technology as a process for killing microorganisms (Niemira, 2012a) especially pathogens […]
The Manufacture Of Peanut Butter
If you’ve ever wondered how peanut butter is made then this article describes how and frankly it’s quite straightforward (Woodroof, 1983). It’s quite a common […]
Is There Any Difference Between Caffeine In Coffee Or Energy Drinks?
The only way to get people going in the morning is that early rush of caffeine from a strong cup of coffee. Likewise, the only […]
Cryptosporidiosis
Cryptosporidiosis is a gastrointestinal infection caused by the parasitic intestinal protozoan of various Cryptosporidium spp. Cryptosporidium is of the coccidian type and is often found in food and water which […]
Ganjang – What Is It ?
Ganjang is the Korean traditional fermented soy sauce which is a vital condiment for the preparation of authentic Korean meals and side dishes. Unlike Japanese soy […]
Gut Microbes Get Involved In Obesity
‘You are what you eat’ is an old saying from the Greeks but it might be more accurate to say ‘You are what your gut […]
The Bacterium: Serratia marcescens
Serratia marcescens is a Gram-negative bacterium belonging to the family Enterobacteriaceae. It is a common environmental bacterium found in various habitats, including soil, water, plants, […]
The General Health Benefits Of Polyphenols
Polyphenols are a group of plant compounds which have a number of health benefits. We often discuss polyphenols in nutrition, especially on this web-site. There […]
Caffeine Has Little Impact On Alertness After Three Nights Of Poor Sleep
Caffeine is a common theme in this blog but its popularity entitles it to some headline space on a regular basis. The latest research finds […]
Colby Cheese
Cheeses from the USA usually conjure up images of Monterrey Jack and various cheddars which come wrapped in cellophane but there is one, just like […]
Birch (Betula alba)
Birch (Betula alba L. family: Cupuliferae) is a member of about 40 known species throughout the Northern hemisphere in the Betulaceae family. This particular one […]