With over 60 years of vinegar processing expertise, Reinhart stands as Canada's largest vinegar producer. They claim to have perfected the art of creating apple cider vinegar (ACV), so I decided to put it to the test. Reinhart’s apple cider vinegar is: But before we get into the review, let's talk about the incredible benefits of apple cider vinegar... The benefits of apple cider vinegar First, let's talk about [...]

Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has gained popularity as a versatile kitchen staple and a health elixir. It's known for its potential health benefits, including aiding digestion, supporting weight loss, and even promoting heart health. But for those following a vegan lifestyle, a common question arises: Is apple cider vinegar vegan? Yes! Apple cider vinegar is vegan. You can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that apple cider [...]

When you think of pasta you probably don’t immediately think of “grain-free” - but there are several types of grain-free pasta choices if you’re in the market for one! Some types of grain-free pasta include: *=not technically pasta - we'll explain! We’ll review each of these pastas and compare them all nutrition-wise in this article. What is grain-free pasta? Regular pasta is made from wheat flour (typically [...]

If you had to choose between regular pasta and whole wheat pasta, which would YOU choose and why? Is whole wheat pasta better than regular pasta - and if so, WHY? Whole wheat pasta is considered better than regular pasta because it’s naturally richer in nutrients and is less processed/refined than regular pasta. We’ll explain more about why whole wheat pasta is considered better than regular pasta in this article, as [...]

Fiber is an important nutrient that most Americans don’t eat enough of. The recommended amount of fiber to eat each day is 21-25 grams per day for women and 30-38 grams per day for men. Certain types of pasta can help you reach your fiber goals - which is great news if you’re a pasta fan!  The highest-fiber pastas include: Just how much fiber is in these pastas, and how do they compare? We have the answers [...]

Sugar refers to a variety of sweet-tasting, soluble carbohydrates used in food. It encompasses simple sugars, known as monosaccharides, such as glucose and sucrose, consists of glucose and fructose, and is derived from sugar cane or sugar beet.  Simple syrup is just sugar dissolved in warm water! While you can make simple syrup with all different kinds of sugars, it is most often made with plain old trusty table sugar. [...]