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  • Holding ripe red tomatoes

    Canned Vs. Fresh Tomatoes: Which Are Better For Hydration?

    Tomatoes are among the highest sources of food-provided hydration. So a question arises: Where do canned tomatoes land on the list of hydration heroes?

    By Wendy Leigh August 27th, 2023 Read More
  • Seedless watermelon slices on cutting board

    Why The Term 'Seedless Watermelon' Is A Bit Misleading

    No one wants to crunch down on bitter black seeds, which is why seedless watermelon exists - or does it? Here's the truth about seedless watermelon.

    By L Valeriote August 27th, 2023 Read More
  • Copper cookware on display

    You Should Be Cleaning Copper Pans With Ketchup

    You probably assume that the cleaning products for it are also costly, but think again. The secret to keeping your saucepan sparking lies in ketchup.

    By Erica Martinez August 24th, 2023 Read More
  • cottage cheese in a white bowl on wooden cutting board with a fresh herb in it

    Cottage Cheese Is An Undercover Hydration Booster

    Did you know that milk is one of the most hydrating foods you can consume, even rivaling water itself? So it stands to reason that cottage cheese would be, too.

    By Jennifer Waldera August 24th, 2023 Read More
  • Woman at fruit stand

    The Best And Worst Fruits For Hydration

    On top of being delicious treats, some fruits can help keep your body hydrated - just make sure you know which ones will be the most effective with this guide.

    By Shelby Gruber August 21st, 2023 Read More
  • Person cutting watermelon with large knife

    When Your Watermelon Fizzes And Hisses, It's Too Late

    There are so many tricks to finding the perfect watermelon, but if it's fizzing and hissing, you'll want to throw it out immediately.

    By Caitlin Evans August 20th, 2023 Read More
  • Blowing bubble with bubble gum

    The Flavor Of Bubblegum Is Pretty Much Every Fruit

    With myriad gum flavors available today, the popularity of the retro-style bubblegum taste begs the question: What creates the flavor inside the treat?

    By Wendy Leigh August 14th, 2023 Read More
  • Bowl of creamy refried beans

    Should You Add Milk Or Water To Refried Beans? It Makes A Difference

    The best preparation of refried beans is debated: Black or pinto beans? Water or milk? How you answer that last question makes a big difference in creaminess.

    By L Valeriote August 13th, 2023 Read More
  • French onion soup in bowl

    French Onion Soup Is A Hydration Blessing In Disguise

    If drinking water doesn't do the trick to keep you feeling hydrated all day long, you can choose foods like French onion soup to help replenish fluids.

    By Caitlin Evans August 12th, 2023 Read More
  • cut avocado on pile of avocados

    How To Ripen (Not Just Soften) Avocados Faster

    To understand why avocados ripen when placed with other fruits, you need to understand ethylene gas, a natural plant hormone that plays a significant role.

    By Bobby Huen August 12th, 2023 Read More
  • bunch of purple grapes in wooden bowl

    The Explosive Danger Of Microwaving Grapes

    Microwaves can cause some funny reactions to certain things placed inside - when it comes to grapes, it can be truly explosive.

    By Caitlin Evans August 12th, 2023 Read More
  • tomato sauce

    The 11 Best Umami Boosters For Store-Bought Tomato Sauce

    Tomato sauce is one of the most versatile additions to any meal. And, boosting its umami flavor can take it to the next level, so here are 11 ways to do that.

    By Brian Good August 11th, 2023 Read More
  • Alton Brown wearing glasses and smiling

    Alton Brown Wears Surgical Gloves To Prep Salsa, And You Should Too

    Beat the heat of even the mightiest pepper with Alton Brown's glove trick. The next time you're prepping a batch of salsa, you'll be grateful that you did.

    By Sharon Rose August 11th, 2023 Read More
  • Water being poured into a glass

    Why Water Sucks At Cooling Spicy Sensations

    It's Friday night -- time for some spicy wings or hot curry to celebrate! We've all been there. But why is it that water never helps when things get too spicy?

    By Khyati Dand August 11th, 2023 Read More
  • woman refusing eggs

    The Best Egg Substitutes For Every Occasion

    Eggs are a ubiquitous ingredient across all aspects of cooking but some people can't or choose not to eat them. So here's 14 perfect egg substitutions you need.

    By Gina Badalaty August 7th, 2023 Read More
  • Egg cartons in grocery store

    Trader Joe's Fertile Chicken Eggs Are Actually Hatchable

    Yes, it is possible to actually hatch one of Trader Joe's fertile eggs. No, you don't have to worry about accidentally hatching a chicken in your fridge.

    By Sarah Sierra-Mohamed August 5th, 2023 Read More
  • Loaded baked potato

    Baked Potatoes Are Unexpectedly Great For Hydration

    When you're feeling parched, you can always drink some water - or, you could eat a baked potato. Here's why spuds are a super option for staying hydrated.

    By Audrey Enjoli August 4th, 2023 Read More
  • Hands placing lid on salad container

    The Hydrating Benefit Of Your Lunchtime Salad

    Did you know you can get 20% of your daily hydration from your food? Make the most of it by adding a hydrating lunchtime salad extravaganza to your routine.

    By Sharon Rose July 31st, 2023 Read More
  • Four lattes with steamed milk designs

    12 Longstanding Myths About Coffee, Debunked

    We've all heard myths (both cautionary and laudatory) about the effects of coffee on your body. Learn the truth about some of the popular misconceptions here.

    By Lauren Schuster July 29th, 2023 Read More
  • Woman holding strawberries against grassy background

    Strawberries Aren't Berries And Those Aren't Seeds On The Skin

    Strawberries technically aren't berries or even fruit, but instead an "accessory fruit" or "swollen receptacle tissue." This might sound gross but its true!

    By Catherine Rickman July 26th, 2023 Read More
  • frozen mixed veggies

    11 Underrated Frozen Vegetables And How To Cook With Them

    Frozen veggies can spruce up any meal in a jiffy, but there are some you may not know how to use. So, here's 11 underrated frozen veggie hacks you should know.

    By Brian Good July 26th, 2023 Read More
  • Baked salmon with veggies

    The Best Type Of Fish To Cook Straight Out Of The Freezer

    Buying fish frozen is better for the environment, and it can also make meal time a breeze. If you want to cook it from frozen, it's gotta be the right type.

    By Kendall Cornish July 23rd, 2023 Read More
  • Hands holding pile of coffee beans

    Honey Process Coffee Has Nothing To Do With Bees

    Honey process coffee actually has nothing to do with honey or bees but rather is a hybrid process of coffee bean production that results in a premium brew.

    By Wendy Leigh July 21st, 2023 Read More
  • Shucked oysters on ice with lemon and ginger

    It Isn't Actually Safer To Eat Oysters During 'R' Months

    Have you heard the tale that oysters are safer in months with the letter R? While it used to be true that eating them in winter was safer, it's no longer so!

    By Kendall Cornish July 17th, 2023 Read More
  • Boiling pot of water

    Why Water Boils Faster In High Altitude

    Boiling points vary quite a bit based on atmospheric pressure, which means that altitude plays a role when making anything that requires a rolling pot of water.

    By Andrew Housman July 14th, 2023 Read More
  • Hands rinsing mushrooms with water

    The Myth Against Rinsing Mushrooms Is Greatly Exaggerated

    Who hasn't heard the wildly popular myth that brushing dirt from mushrooms is the best way to clean them? And yes, it is a myth: You can rinse mushrooms.

    By Erica Martinez July 13th, 2023 Read More
  • Wolffia globosa watermeal duckweed bowl

    The World's Smallest Fruit Is Stunningly Nutritious

    A type of pond-floating duckweed, the Asian watermeal plant may bear the world's smallest flower and fruit but it offers up a massive-sized nutritional profile.

    By Sharon Rose July 10th, 2023 Read More
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