You’ve probably seen both corn syrup and high-fructose corn syrup in the ingredient list of a food or drink before. What are the differences between these two ingredients, and are there any benefits of using one vs. the other? Both corn syrup and high-fructose corn syrup are refined sweeteners made from corn, but the main difference is that high-fructose corn syrup undergoes an enzymatic process that converts a significant [...]
Corn vs. Sweet Corn: What’s the Difference?
Whether it’s the classic buttered corn-on-the-cob, corn salad, or Mexican Street Corn (elote), do you know which type of corn that is – plain old corn or sweet corn? What about the type used to make corn starch, corn syrup, and other processed corn byproducts? We’ll reveal the answers to all of those questions soon, but the bottom line is: “Regular” corn (also called dent or field corn) is primarily used for livestock [...]
The Lowest-Calorie Items at McDonald’s
McDonald’s might not be best known for having low-calorie food, but it's remained one of the most popular fast-food chains for decades. Like many fast-food restaurants, McDonald’s has plenty of high-calorie items that might not bode well for the calorie-conscious diner. That’s not to say that McDonald’s doesn’t have lower-calorie options, though! (There are even low-sodium choices if you're watching your blood pressure.) [...]
The Highest-Calorie Items at McDonald’s
McDonald’s is one of the most popular fast-food chains in the United States. According to statistics from Statista, it’s estimated that out of all the Americans who visited fast food restaurants in 2023, around 60% of them chose McDonald’s! There is a broad range of calories for the items at McDonald’s, but have you ever wondered which menu items are the HIGHEST in calories? We scoured the current menu’s nutrition stats and [...]
The Lowest-Calorie Donuts at Dunkin’ Donuts
Some foods are easily identified as being lower-calorie like spinach and celery – but donuts aren’t usually among the list of low-calorie foods. If you’re headed to Dunkin’ Donuts and are scouring the menu for the lowest-calorie donut options, search no more – we’ve compiled a list of the lowest-calorie donuts on the menu at Dunkin’! The lowest-calorie donuts at Dunkin Donuts have fewer than 270 calories and include: [...]
Celtic Sea Salt vs. Himalayan Salt: What’s the Difference?
Salt is the most widely used flavor enhancer around the world. Salt is salt…right? Well, mostly. All types of culinary salt are mainly sodium chloride, but different types of salt can vary in their sodium content, mineral content, and even color! Enter two types of salt: Celtic sea salt and Himalayan salt. The main differences between Celtic sea salt and Himalayan salt are: If you’ve never heard of Celtic or Himalayan [...]
