Credit: PixabayThe cherished Italian dish, cacio e pepe, is famous for two things: its amazing taste and its notoriously tricky preparation. On the surface, it appears to be a straightforward recipe, with just three ingredients: pasta, pecorino romano cheese, and black pepper. However, as anyone who has attempted to cook it can attest, the...
Credit: PixabayWe can sustainably consume up to 255 grams (9 ounces) of meat per week—specifically poultry and pork. Beef, however, poses a bigger problem: even small amounts exceed environmental limits, according to a study published in Nature Food by researchers at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU).Lead author Caroline H. Gebara, a postdoc at...
Credit: DepositphotosA recent study in the US confirms that brown rice has higher levels of arsenic compared to white rice.Understandably, this might raise some eyebrows — arsenic is a well-known toxic element. However, the concentrations found in brown rice are far below any threshold that would pose a danger to human health. And just...
Credit: PixabayIn a study on fruit fly larvae, researchers uncovered how swallowing triggers the release of serotonin in the brain, shedding light on the connection between eating and pleasure in animals.If similar mechanisms exist in humans, this could offer valuable insights into our own drive to eat and drink. By mapping the fruit fly's...
Credit: PixabayPersonalizing Breakfast for Weight LossYour breakfast selections might benefit from personalization based on your metabolism, especially if you’re aiming to lose weight. A recent study indicates that men and women metabolize and store energy from food differently, which can influence weight loss outcomes.Conducted by two biologists at the University of Waterloo in Canada,...
According to reports, employing acoustic cavitation results in a delicious glass of cold brew. Credit: UNSW.As temperatures rise, lots of coffee lovers are switching to iced coffee. However, folks with sensitive stomachs prefer cold brew because of its lower acidity, which makes it a go-to caffeine choice all year round. Cold brew is smoother,...
Credit: Phys.orgUrban agriculture holds the promise of decentralizing food sources, offering environmental advantages such as wildlife habitat, and reducing environmental footprints. However, there are knowledge gaps related to the benefits, risks, and social dynamics of expanding urban agriculture.A recent article in Nature Food, authored by a team of interdisciplinary experts, including a researcher from...
Credit: Unsplash.In recent years, coconut oil has enjoyed a stellar reputation, championed for its perceived health benefits and versatile applications, ranging from dental hygiene to insect repellent. Once hailed as a dietary "superfood," the latest research is challenging the narrative promoted by the "clean eating" and "wellness" trends of the past few decades.Unveiling Potential...
Crédit: Science KURecent research indicates that European food consumption relies heavily on global resources, primarily imported from non-European countries. The food supply chain, starting from the primary agricultural sector, experiences food loss and waste until it reaches European consumers.Marianne Thomsen, a professor of sustainable food systems at the University of Copenhagen, suggests that halving...
Credit: mediumAgriculture proves to be one of the most challenging human activities to reduce carbon emissions, as it is an essential part of life, yet the land-use practices connected to crop cultivation contribute to approximately 25% of the world's greenhouse gas emissions. Scientists from the University of California, Irvine, and other research institutions are...
