Taco Tuesday became a thing for a reason – many people are fans of Mexican food! What makes Mexican food taste so good? Many factors come into play, like the type of meat, salsa, freshly warmed tortillas…and also the herbs and spices used. Some of the most popular herbs and spices in Mexican food include: What flavors do each of these herbs and spices bring to the table in Mexican food? We’ll explain each herb and [...]
What are the Best Vegan Flours?
A vegan diet comes with several potential health benefits, but it can also take some planning to ensure you’re getting enough nutrients that are commonly found in animal-based products. While almost all types of flour are considered vegan-friendly, some of the best flours that provide important nutrients for vegans are: If you’re curious why some of these made our list, then read on for the explanations and nutritional [...]
Which Herbs and Spices Are Paleo?
A Paleo diet, also called the “caveman diet” aims to include only foods that could be eaten by hunters and gatherers millions of years ago. That means no added sugar, no dairy, and many other foods that are prevalent in a typical Western diet. Does that mean you have to avoid any herbs and spices, too? All plain herbs and spices ARE Paleo-friendly, but certain seasonings can contain hidden ingredients that aren’t Paleo. [...]
Which Herbs and Spices Are Gluten-Free?
A gluten-free diet has become a popular diet over recent years. Whether you follow a gluten-free diet out of necessity for conditions like Celiac disease or just out of personal preference, knowing which foods and ingredients contain gluten is a necessity. All plain herbs and spices are gluten-free. There is a chance for added gluten in seasoning blends (a mixture of herbs, spices, and occasionally other ingredients like [...]
4 Healthier Homemade Chocolate Treats Perfect for Valentine’s Day
Chocolate and Valentine’s Day go together like peanut butter and jelly, mac and cheese, and spaghetti and meatballs. As Americans, we spend MILLIONS of dollars on chocolate in preparation for Valentine’s Day, whether for others or treating ourselves. If you want to make healthier versions of chocolate desserts or are on special diets like gluten-free, Paleo, keto, or vegan, we have a lineup of delicious Valentine’s Day [...]
Which Nut Butter is Best for Vegans?
Nut butter is vegan around 99% of the time (there are some exceptions, but they are rare). Do any nut (and seed) butters prevail as being especially good for vegans, though? While most nut butters are perfectly suitable for vegans, there are a few nut butters that can be considered the best choices for vegans, and they include: What makes these six some of the best nut butters for vegans? We’ll explain in this [...]
