It's time to chat about two amazing essential oils that have been gaining more and more popularity recently: helichrysum vs frankincense essential oil. Both derived from natural sources, these oils have some fantastic touted health benefits, but as with any powerful substance, there are also some potential downsides to be aware of. In this post, we'll walk you through the pros and cons of both types of essential oil - and [...]
Clove vs Frankincense Oil: The Ultimate Verdict
Are you feeling sore and achy? Or maybe you're just looking for a natural way to boost your immune system and ease stress. Perhaps you just want something that will make your home smell amazing! Either way, you've probably heard of clove vs. frankincense oil - two popular essential oils with a wide range of touted health benefits. But which one is better? In this ultimate verdict, we'll pit clove oil against [...]
11 Ways To Use Coconut Butter
"How do I use coconut butter?" This is a question I'm asked all too often! So, let's dig into more than a few ways you can use coconut butter to make various delicious recipes. Below, I offer up 11 ways to do just that! Coconut butter is one of the most unique foods I've used in my kitchen. It's not an oil (some think it's the same as coconut oil, which it isn't) and it's a little grittier than nut butter. Over [...]
Flaxseed Oil vs Shortening: The Ultimate Verdict
In this matchup, we’re pitting golden-hued flaxseed oil (also known as linseed oil) against kitchen staple shortening. While one is typically used outside of heat cooking, the other is famed for making pastries and fried delights. But what’s the verdict when it comes to their uses in the kitchen? If you’re ready to find out, read on! Comparing flaxseed oil vs shortening Flaxseed oilShorteningSolid or [...]
Hemp Oil vs Shortening: Which Is Better?
Shortening has been a widespread kitchen fat for generations, known for baking flaky pastries and pie crusts. While trusty shortening has continued working its magic, hemp oil (not to be confused with CBD oil), the health-conscious newcomer, has infused and elevated dishes with its earthy, grassy flavor. Whether you’re new to one of these or curious about how you can incorporate them into your cooking and baking, read on [...]
Which Pastas Have the Highest Glycemic Index?
When you think of foods that raise your blood sugar, you probably think of pasta. Foods that are high in carbohydrates can raise your blood sugar because they’re high on the glycemic index scale. Which pastas have the highest glycemic indexes? Regular pasta made from durum wheat is considered low on the glycemic index scale (score of 47). Some types of pasta that we can theorize to be higher on this scale include [...]
