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Rice from the day before can make you lose weight and you almost throw it away

Rice from the day before can make you lose weight and you almost throw it away

If there's one thing that almost every household is familiar with, it's leftover rice. It's the faithful companion in many lunches, but when it's left over, it becomes an extra in the fridge. Then, the next day, you look at that little pot and think: "Do I throw it away or make a cake?" Well... perhaps the best answer is: "Eat it - it might even help you lose weight." Yes, you read that right. Sleepy rice, the kind you eat...

What to do with food in the refrigerator and freezer after a power outage

What to do with food in the refrigerator and freezer after a power outage

When the power goes out unexpectedly, it's not just the house that shuts down: time in the kitchen also stands still. The silence of the refrigerator, the door that no longer cools, the pilot light that does not return. And with it, an inevitable concern: how long does the food in the fridge last without electricity? Can we save what we had frozen? Do we have to throw away the dairy products, the eggs, the meat? In this...

The mistake everyone makes when cooking rice

The mistake everyone makes when cooking rice

Ah, rice... That staple of our plates, that faithful ally for lazy days or gourmet meals. It seems so simple to cook: a little water, some rice, and off you go. And yet, how many times have you found yourself with sticky, mushy or completely dried-out rice? Spoiler: there's a silly mistake that many people make without realizing it...

Bread crumbs are no villain and can be better than the crusts

Bread crumbs are no villain and can be better than the crusts

Have you ever found yourself taking the crumb out of bread with the excuse that it's "just fattening" or "useless"? Well, it's time to review this habit. The crumb, that soft, slightly moist and often overlooked part of the bread, can be surprising. What's more, it has a function, value and even culinary advantages that go beyond taste.

7 foods we think are eternal but actually age badly!

7 foods we think are eternal but actually age badly!

Many foods seem eternal, but actually age poorly, compromising taste and safety. Discover the 7 foods you thought were indestructible that actually deteriorate over time, increasing health risks and food waste.

5 foods that shouldn't be kept together in the fridge: find out why

5 foods that shouldn't be kept together in the fridge: find out why

Organizing the fridge correctly goes far beyond aesthetics. It's a health issue! Some foods should not be kept in close proximity because they can cause cross-contamination, accelerate spoilage or even cause illness. Knowing how to separate each type of food is essential to better preserve food and protect your family.

Does eating late at night really make you fat?

Does eating late at night really make you fat?

It's a phrase we've all heard at least once: "If you eat after 8pm, you'll get fat." It's as if there's some magical alarm in our bodies that decides to turn every late-night bite into a superfluous kilo. But is it really that simple? Spoiler: as is often the case in nutrition, the answer is a little more nuanced than we'd like to believe. Let's get to the bottom of it...

No diet, no guilt: the power of functional food

No diet, no guilt: the power of functional food

Have you ever heard of functional nutrition? This concept is gaining ground in the habits of those looking for more health, energy and disease prevention without resorting to drugs or supplements. And the good news is: it's not about a restrictive diet, but about making more strategic and conscious choices in your diet.

Expired foods: 5 you can eat and 5 you should throw away now!

Expired foods: 5 you can eat and 5 you should throw away now!

Have you ever thrown away food just because it "expired"? You may have made a mistake! Find out the 5 foods you can eat even after expiration (without risk) and the 5 you should get rid of right away. We reveal everything to avoid waste-and bad surprises!

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