Let’s face it – salt tastes good. Salt is one of the main flavors we tend to gravitate to as humans and is what makes snacks like potato chips and pretzels such a crowd pleaser. Unfortunately, too much salt can be a problem, especially if you have certain health conditions. If you need to lay off the salt, what can you use instead? While any herb or spice is a great alternative to salt, seven popular healthier salt [...]

America runs on Dunkin’, and Dunkin’ definitely runs on donuts. The chain has certainly grown in popularity for its coffee and celeb-endorsed creations that have won many over in the Starbucks vs. Dunkin' debate – but at its heart, Dunkin’ is a donut shop.  Which is why you’ll find freshly made donuts in every shape, size, and flavor in any Dunkin’ Donuts store you walk into. Whether you’re after a classic donut, the famous [...]

Curries, butter chicken, Tikka Masala – what do all of these dishes have in common? They’re all popular Indian dishes that have made their way into the hearts – and onto the plates – of many people well beyond India. Like many types of cuisine (Mexican, Italian, Greek…), Indian food tends to have distinct flavors. Part of what gives Indian food its signature taste is the herbs and spices used.  Some of the most popular [...]

Whether you want to lose weight, gain weight, or simply maintain your weight, you're probably somewhat aware of the number of calories in different foods and drinks. There are several different types of flour for cooking and baking, so it makes sense that the calorie levels of different flours can vary quite a bit! Which flour you choose might be partially impacted by its calorie level, among other features. The [...]

Remember that a food starts with “c" and is five letters long, but can’t remember the rest? You’ve come to the right place! Read below for a full list of 82 different five-letter foods (alphabetized) from around the world. You might just discover something awesome. Alphabetical list of foods with 5 [...]