Everyone loves almond butter – I mean, it’s hard not to with its rich and nutty taste, health benefits, and sticky texture! But, how does almond butter fare against a nut-free spread with one of the coolest names: tiger nut butter? As health-conscious food enthusiasts seek alternatives to traditional spreads, these two contenders have each emerged with pros and cons worth exploring. In this “nutty” showdown, we’ll [...]
Mixed Nut Butter vs Sunbutter: Which is Better?
To buy, or not to buy, that is the question. With so many nut butter options out there like mixed nut butter, and nut-free spreads like sunbutter, it gets super hard deciding between them. On the one hand, mixed nut butter gives you the option of essentially having multiple nut butters in one, while sunbutter gives you a nut-butter-like-experience without containing a single nut! The answer to that question lies in this [...]
Is Muscle Milk Actually Milk?
We’ve all heard of Muscle Milk, which probably brings to mind imagery of bulging biceps or a sweaty professional athlete like Shaquille O’Neal taking a big swig from the small carton. The product officially hit the market back in 2000 in powder form; today its well-known ready-to-drink beverages still hold their spot in the dairy case in most stores. Maybe you know it as a protein drink or nutritional supplement, or [...]
Is Goat Milk Lactose-Free?
Today, it’s estimated that nearly 70% of the world’s population is lactose intolerant – that’s an almost unbelievably large percentage of people. And that means that a large percentage of people have to look for milk substitutes and turn to dairy alternatives to avoid the lactose in cow’s milk that they have trouble digesting. One of the alternative milks to cow's milk is goat milk. While still technically in the dairy [...]
When Does Rice Flour (White) Go Bad?
Rice flour is a great gluten-free flour with a long shelf life, but it can still go bad. Properly stored in a cool, dry place, unopened rice flour can last up to 2 years, while opened rice flour may last around 6 to 12 months or longer if kept in the fridge or freezer. So, are you storing your rice flour correctly? Has it gone bad? What should you watch out for? Don't worry, I've got you covered with all the details [...]
When Does Cashew Oil Go Bad?
Like many other nut oils, cashew oil, also known as cashew nut oil, can go bad when exposed to air, light, and heat for an extended period. Generally, the shelf life of cashew oil is around 6 months to 1 year or longer if it's sealed. Its shelf life can vary depending on factors such as how it's processed, stored, and the quality of the nuts used. For tips on proper storage, signs cashew oil has gone bad, and more, [...]
