Coconut oil and palm oil are regularly spoken about in the beauty industry, and if you're familiar with these products you may have heard of their cousin, MCT oil. But what exactly is MCT oil? MCT oil is created from Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCTs), which are generally derived from another oil, typically coconut oil, palm oil, or a combination of the two. It is most popularly used as a massage oil in aromatherapy, but can [...]
What Is Wheat Germ Oil (for Beauty)?
Carrier oils derived from plants have risen in popularity over recent years, including those extracted from cereals such as wheat. An oil that keeps cropping up in popular media recently is wheat germ oil, so what is it and what does it do? Wheat germ oil is derived from the process of wheat milling and is a byproduct of creating wheat itself. It is rich in fatty acids, vitamin E, vitamin K, and other beneficial nutrients, [...]
The 5 Best Corn Oil Substitutes for Any Situation
It’s CORN! Such a versatile plant. Popcorn, tortillas, corn flour and plain old corn on the cob with butter, is there anything this plant can’t do? It even makes oil! Corn oil is one of the most widely used cooking oils, but sometimes, you may find yourself in a situation where corn oil just won’t cut it. Whether it’s because you don’t have any or because your diet calls for something different, here are five substitutes for [...]
Easy Peanut Butter Mug Cake (Only 3 Ingredients)
I love this peanut butter mug cake because it's the perfect single serving dessert and it's flourless, which means it's gluten free! Mug cakes are great when you have a sweet tooth and just want a single serving dessert. This peanut butter mug cake is my all time favorite because I love peanut butter and it's so easy to make! What are Mug Cakes? Mug cakes are single serving desserts made in a coffee mug! You [...]
What Is Rice Bran Oil?
Are you looking for a versatile and healthy cooking oil? Look no further than rice bran oil! Derived from the bran of rice grains, this oil offers a range of benefits and culinary applications. In this article, I'll explain exactly what rice bran oil is, its nutritional profile, how to cook and bake with it, and much more. Let's dive in! What is rice bran oil? Rice bran oil, often referred to as rice oil, is [...]
What’s a Good Natural Substitute for Sugar?
White sugar (granulated sugar, table sugar, among other names) is likely the most common sugar in most people’s pantries, but it’s not your only option by far! What are some good natural substitutes for regular sugar? Some no- or low-calorie natural substitutes for sugar include stevia, monk fruit sweetener, xylitol, and tagatose. Some good natural sugar substitutes that contain real sugar include honey, maple syrup, and [...]
