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Does your tongue itch when you eat pineapple?

Does your tongue itch when you eat pineapple?

For many, pineapple evokes an unmistakable tropical flavor: sweet, juicy and with that touch of acidity that makes it a refreshing pleasure. But it's not all about enjoyment. Sometimes, after a few bites, there is a sting: a burning or stinging sensation on the tongue and palate that is surprisingly intense. Why does this happen? Should we be concerned?

What if your coffee (also) affected your cholesterol?

What if your coffee (also) affected your cholesterol?

We like it hot, strong, long or Italian-style. Coffee is our favorite morning ritual... but did you know that the way you prepare it can have an impact on your cardiovascular health? No, it's not a nutritionist's fad or a new brunch debate topic - that's what a serious study conducted in Sweden has just confirmed, as reported by Slate and New Atlas, among others.

Schmaltz, the secret of many chefs and how to prepare it at home

Schmaltz, the secret of many chefs and how to prepare it at home

What if fat was the new liquid gold? What if the deepest flavor was hidden right where we were taught to trim? Not all that glitters is butter, and not all fat deserves to be banished. Meet Schmaltz. For years, animal fat was viewed with suspicion. Between the demonization of cholesterol and the "light" fad, there was a time when cooking with butter or lard was...

Is matcha running out? Japan faces unprecedented shortage...

Is matcha running out? Japan faces unprecedented shortage...

It is not just a tea or a passing fad. In recent years, matcha has conquered the coffee shops of half of Spain, has filled the shelves of herbalists and supermarkets, and has become the undisputed protagonist of thousands of reels, photos on Pinterest and influencers' mixers. Its intense color, its supposed antioxidant properties and its exotic air have made many people adopt it as a...

Surimi: the fake crab that fooled everyone!

Surimi: the "fake crab" that fooled everyone!

Have you ever eaten surimi thinking it was crab? Find out what the "fake crab" you find in sushi and seafood salads really is: how it's made, what it contains, and whether it's good or bad for you.

What really happens in your body when you eat spicy food?

What really happens in your body when you eat spicy food?

A little curry that heats up a little, a hot sauce that makes you shiver... And suddenly, your nose is running, your tongue is wagging, and your forehead is beading. It's almost like a mini-crisis... but delicious. So what exactly happens in your body when you eat spicy food? Is it good? Is it risky? Can it really "burn calories" as we hear...

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