Nutella is the ultimate comfort food. That rich and creamy chocolate hazelnut spread has been the answer for many after-dinner cravings or Sunday morning breakfasts. But, as we all know, Nutella isn't exactly a poster child for healthy eating. It's loaded with sugar and can sometimes leave us feeling a tad guilty after indulging. So, I went on a quest to find the best Nutella alternatives that not only satisfy our taste [...]
The Best Way to Store Butter
If you want to keep your butter fresh and delicious, you gotta store it properly! A cooking staple for thousands of years, there was definitely a time when it did not stay in a refrigerator. So how did it stay fresh then? Does this mean you can leave it on the countertop for ages, and it’ll be fine and dandy? Let’s take a look at the best ways to store butter for freshness, taste, and longevity. How To Store [...]
Are Cooking Oils Gluten-Free?
Gluten is a protein naturally present in wheat, barley, rye, and their products. But, even if an oil comes from a gluten-containing product, cooking oils are naturally gluten-free. Oils primarily consist of fats and lack protein and carbohydrates. The process of oil extraction removes all other macronutrients, leaving only the fatty acids behind. Consequently, oils do not contain gluten, as it is a protein. What [...]
What Are the Lowest-Fat Cooking Oils?
Some cooking fats and oils are slightly lower in fat per tablespoon than others, but not by much! They include: But just because they are lower in fat does not mean they are the right choice for your dietary needs. The best oils are not measured by their fat content but by the type of fat they contain, plus the other healthy compounds they have. Let’s look at what makes some lower in fat than others and which fats are [...]
Which Nut Butter Has the Lowest Saturated Fat?
Nut butter is generally rich in unsaturated fat and isn’t a significant source of saturated fat, making it a healthy option for incorporating into meals and snacks. Which types of nut and seed butters are the lowest in saturated fat? Chia seed butter, flaxseed butter, and pine nut butter are among the lowest in saturated fat, along with a few others. We’ll review the ten nut and seed butters with the lowest saturated fat [...]
The Best Almond Butter You Can Buy
After peanut butter, almond butter is the most popular nut butter you can get. Whether it's slathered on a piece of toast, swirled into oatmeal, or just enjoyed by the spoonful (guilty!), almond butter is a versatile and delicious addition to any diet. But with so many brands and options out there, how do you choose the best almond butter? Well, fear not, because I've done the legwork for you and curated a list of [...]
