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May 2007
A pepper's heat, or piquancy, is measured in Scoville units. Capsaicin, the chemical compound in peppers that inflames your taste buds or nerve receptors in skin, is measured in terms of Scoville heat units (SHU). A chemist named Wilbur Scoville developed the scale. Although it is not 100% accurate, a pepper's Scoville rating will help you determine how hot a chili really is!
The ever-expanding selection of gourmet and specialty teas on the market today and the recent research touting the potential health benefits of drinking tea is capturing the attention of even the most die-hard of coffee drinkers. If you need to know a few basics about this ancient brew, read on.
Most of us use nuts to add a bit of crunch to our recipes or munch on them for a quick snack, completely overlooking the nutritional contribution they can make to a healthy diet.
Although nuts are high in overall fat content, most of that fat is unsaturated. It has been proven that nuts do not contribute to weight gain when consumed in moderation - about a two tablespoon serving, five times a week.
Guidelines for healthy eating include adding foods that are naturally nutrient-rich to your diet in the correct proportions. Protein rich foods help to build and repair muscle, provide energy and maintain optimum brain function.
The USDA recommends five and a half ounces of protein rich foods daily to provide the protein, zinc, iron and various B-vitamins necessary for good health. Meats such as beef, pork, lamb, veal and buffalo can be good choices of needed protein when you know the proper facts. Find out why some of the most common rumors about meat are false.
Poultry is defined as any domesticated bird that is raised for food. The Chinese began raising various birds hundreds of years ago and the practice made its way to the Western world.
The varieties of poultry we are most familiar with today are chicken, turkey, duck and cornish game hens. All poultry is nutritious and versatile, making it a good choice for appetizers, soups, salads and main dishes. Here are some common misconceptions regarding poultry that everyone should know about.
It takes a hen anywhere from 24 to 36 hours to produce an egg. A mere half hour after laying that egg, she starts the process all over again! There are more than 200 million laying hens in the United States that produce over 5 billion dozen eggs per year. Despite all this hard work, sometimes eggs get an undeserved bad rap. Here are some common misconceptions about eggs and why you should dispel them.
Add extra punch to your salads by using a wide variety of greens. Try choosing different leaf shapes, colors and textures for visual appeal as well as great taste. And for special occasions, try finding some edible flowers to add to the mix - buy organic if you can. They are sure to make a hit.
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