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What's this Pokémon-shaped cheetos sold for over $80,000!
Pokémon card collectors are used to seeing rare items fetch impressive prices. This time, however, it was a very different item that caught the market's fancy: a simple Cheetos in the shape of a Firecracker, nicknamed "Cheetozard", a mix of Cheetos and Charizard. Auctioned and sold for a sum in excess of 87,000...
Why does pee smell weird after eating asparagus?
After eating asparagus, many people notice a change in the smell of urine. This curious phenomenon has raised questions for generations. Let's find out together the scientific causes behind this unexpected effect.
What happens to the body when we eat fennel every day?
Fennel is a vegetable valued both for its distinctive flavor and for its many beneficial properties. But what happens if we consume it on a daily basis? Let us examine together the potential effects of daily fennel consumption.
How to choose the best airfryer and what factors to consider before purchasing?
Crispy French fries are delicious. But sometimes, we choose not to cook them to avoid oil in the kitchen, to avoid the smell of oil that permeates our clothes or to avoid overdoing it with the calories we get from frying oil. And, it is for reasons similar to this that many people, more and more, have found in the air fryer a solution without precedents ....
This expert says these fruits should never go in the fridge
Think you're doing the right thing by putting all your fruit in the fridge? Think again! Some fruits lose their flavor, texture and nutritional quality when refrigerated too soon. Find out why you should never put bananas, avocados, mangoes, tomatoes and stone fruits in the fridge, and how to store them properly to enjoy their full flavour.
What can I do to keep my homemade pesto from turning black?
It's Sunday morning and you've decided to treat your family to some delicious gnocchi with pesto sauce. You select the ingredients, crush the pine nuts, grate the Parmesan cheese and mix the fragrant basil leaves with a good drizzle of olive oil. The sauce is ready: green, vibrant, perfect. But time passes. An hour later, it's time to serve. Everyone is...
Quick tricks to eliminate excess sodium from your preserves!
Sodium is an essential mineral for our bodies, but excessive consumption can be harmful to our health, increasing the risk of hypertension, heart disease and other health problems. Many preserves, such as pickles, olives and other canned vegetables, have a high amount of sodium due to the preservation process. Here are some quick tricks to cut down on excess sodium.
Global alert: the Cavendish banana threatened with extinction!
A staple of breakfasts and desserts, the Cavendish banana is now facing an unprecedented threat. A fearsome fungus, Panama disease, tropical race 4 (TR4), is endangering this variety, which dominates the world market. In the face of this danger, scientists and farmers are joining forces to try and preserve this emblematic fruit.
Kombucha: everything you need to know about the fermented drink of the moment
Thanks to its unique properties, kombucha is winning over more and more consumers looking for healthy alternatives to traditional sugary drinks. In this article we take you to the discovery of this fermented beverage!
7 low-GI (glycemic index) morning meals to start the day with energy!
The glycemic index (GI) is a measure that indicates how quickly the carbohydrates in food raise blood glucose levels. Foods with a high GI are quickly digested and absorbed, causing glucose spikes, while those with a low GI are processed more slowly, promoting a gradual release of sugar into the bloodstream. (source: nutritotal.com.br)...
5 recipes for custards derived from pastry cream that every pastry lover should try
Pastry cream has that special gift of being everywhere without ever getting tired of it. It is one of those essential preparations in confectionery: creamy, smooth, with the right balance of sweetness, and perfect to give life to cakes, pies and classics that never go out of fashion. Millefeuille, Basque cake, fruit tarts, cannoli? they all have something in common: a good pastry cream that...
What are antioxidants and where can you find them to protect your health?
Antioxidants are natural substances that play an essential role in protecting the body's cells from damage caused by free radicals. These free radicals are unstable molecules that can result from factors such as pollution, UV radiation, stress and even natural metabolic processes. When in excess, free radicals can cause damage to cells, which contributes...
Fresh breath after onion? Discover the 6 super effective natural remedies!
Onions, prized for their flavor and health benefits, can cause unpleasant bad breath because of the volatile sulfur compounds they release. These are absorbed into the bloodstream and released through respiration and sweat. Fortunately, there are effective natural remedies to counteract halitosis caused by onion and freshen breath. Let's find out about them together!
When the Monster Hunter Wilds video game sparks a craze for cheesy Naans!
A game that literally makes your mouth water! Monster Hunter Wilds is the perfect example. While the franchise is famous for its intense combat and abundant universe, a much more unexpected element has recently captivated players: a simple culinary scene featuring a cheese bread inspired by cheese naan. This seemingly insignificant detail has caused a veritable frenzy in...
Foods that contain pork without your knowledge and how to identify its hidden derivatives
In our daily lives, we consume a wide variety of foods without being fully aware of all the ingredients that go into them. We have all heard about hidden sugar. That which appears camouflaged in unsuspected products such as soy sauce, sliced bread or even sausages. Sugar where no one expected it. Well, with pork it is exactly the same...
Why you should eat blueberries every day
Among the many fruits with health benefits, berries stand out for their wealth of essential nutrients. Blueberries occupy a special place thanks to their high antioxidant, vitamin and mineral content. These little blue berries are recognized for their positive effects on chronic disease prevention, cardiovascular and cognitive health, as well as the...
8 mind-blowing meats. You won't believe what people eat in the World!
Discover 8 unusual and surprising meats that are eaten in different parts of the world. A mind-blowing gastronomic journey that will make you reflect on what we consider "food." Get ready to learn about culinary traditions that challenge the limits of taste!
Don't throw it away! The pineapple peel holds a valuable secret!
Pineapple peel, which is often discarded as waste, has vast culinary and nutritional potential that deserves to be explored. As well as helping to reduce food waste, using this part of the fruit can enrich our diet with unique flavors and valuable nutrients.
Free basil all year round? Our tips to never buy it again!
Basil is one of the most beloved and widely used herbs in Italian cuisine, prized for its unmistakable, fresh and pungent aroma and its versatility in numerous recipes. From classic pasta al pomodoro to pizza margherita, from Genovese pesto to rich salads, basil is an essential ingredient to enhance the flavor of many dishes. However, maintaining a healthy basil seedling within the home can...
Six delicious recipes that show why dates deserve a permanent place in your pantry
Dates are that natural jewel that is becoming more and more important in our kitchens. Originating from date palms and with centuries of history behind them, they were not only basic in the diet of many desert cultures, but today they have become an essential ingredient in healthy cooking. And no wonder: their intensely sweet and spicy flavor is...
Better than carrots: the 5 superfood champions of vitamin A
Since childhood, we've been told that eating carrots is good for your eyesight. This reputation is due to their richness in vitamin A, an essential fat-soluble nutrient. A large carrot contains around 601 micrograms of vitamin A, or 67% of the Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA), according to the USDA. But vitamin A is about more than eye health. It plays a key role in...
Why do so many people eat kiwifruit with skin? Is it just a fad or a healthy trend?
More and more people are eating kiwifruit with skin, have you noticed it too? Is it just a fad or another healthy trend? If you have not yet tried eating this fruit, skin included, maybe you are wondering if it really makes sense, if it is really necessary, or if it is as beneficial as they say? Well, the answer is a resounding yes, and today we're going to unravel why this practice is gaining...
Cheese is healthier than you think. Find out why!
For a long time, cheese was seen as a food to be avoided because of its high fat content. However, recent research has revealed that cheese can have a number of health benefits, provided it is consumed in moderation.
Are you still washing your raw chicken? Here's why you should stop immediately
Many people think it's essential to wash raw chicken before cooking it, not least because of the pinkish liquid called "purge" found in the packaging. However, according to a culinary expert from Perdue Farms, this practice is not only unnecessary, but also potentially dangerous due to the risk of cross-contamination (Perdue Farms, source USDA)....
