Beef tallow is not as widely used as it used to be, which is a shame as it can add a depth of flavor to savory dishes that you don’t get with certain other oils. In addition to its culinary applications, beef tallow can be used in soap and candle production or even as a cosmetic ingredient directly onto the skin! From a health perspective, beef tallow is an excellent choice due to its richness in essential fat-soluble [...]
The Best Way to Store Soy Milk
Soy milk, or soya milk, is a widely embraced dairy milk alternative derived from soybeans. With a long-standing history in East Asia, particularly in China and Japan, this creamy and nutty-flavored beverage offers numerous nutritional benefits. It is packed with protein, essential amino acids, and vitamins. It is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, making it an ideal choice for those seeking to incorporate more plant-based [...]
Which Sugars and Sweeteners Are Best for Keto?
A keto diet is very low in carbs, making most types of sweeteners off-limits on a keto diet. If you can’t use popular sweeteners like regular sugar, which ones are the best for keto? Some of the best sweeteners for keto include artificial sweeteners (e.g. Splenda), sugar alcohols (e.g. erythritol), and natural non-caloric sweeteners (e.g. monk fruit sweetener and stevia). We’ll review 12 of the best keto-friendly [...]
Which Sugars and Sweeteners Have the Least Carbs?
Low-carb and no-carb sweeteners are very popular with the rise in low-carb diets like the ketogenic diet. After all, having something taste sweet without all the calories and sugar comes with some perks! The sugars and sweeteners with the lowest carbs include: We’ll discuss each of these low-carb sweeteners in detail (as well as compare their nutrition stats) next! Carbs in sweeteners Sugars and sweeteners are [...]
Is Hydrogenated Oil Bad for You?
Reading ingredient and nutrition labels on foods and drinks is the best way to determine if it fits within your diet and health goals. While skimming the ingredient lists on food labels, you’ll probably come across hydrogenated oil at some point and wonder if it’s bad for you. Fully hydrogenated oil isn’t considered “bad” for you, whereas partially hydrogenated oil is harmful to your health. What’s the difference [...]
How to Make Your Own Self-Rising Flour (2 Ingredients!)
Self-rising flour is one of those super convenient little ingredients that you can keep around to help shave a little bit of time off of your baking recipes. However, not everywhere always keeps self-rising flour in stock, so it is a good idea to learn how to make it yourself! How Can I Use Self-Rising Flour? Self-rising flour is the perfect easy solution for bakers who don't want to have to carefully measure [...]
