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Your digital Food Lab; Feast explores the science of food, food production technology, the origin and future of the foods we eat.
We Went To A Birthday Party Yesterday
My daughter drove two hours to her friend's house for her birthday. Abby just turned 52. I was invited. It turns out I am related to her mother. According to Ancestry, her mother is related to my son-in-law's children from Alaska too.
By Denise E Lindquist7 months ago in Feast
"Cap vs Sun: Your Summer Shield"
Summer is a season full of sunshine, fun, and outdoor activities. But along with the bright skies and warm breezes, the summer sun also brings risks—especially for our skin and health. One of the simplest and most effective tools to protect yourself during this season is often overlooked: the cap. In the battle of Cap vs Sun, the cap is your summer shield.
By aadam khan7 months ago in Feast
5 Desi Superfoods Your Grandmother Was Right About
In a time when kale, quinoa, and chia seeds dominate health food conversations, we often forget that our grandmothers had already discovered nature’s original superfoods — long before "organic" or "clean eating" became trends. These traditional desi ingredients, deeply rooted in South Asian kitchens, were not only delicious but also packed with medicinal properties.
By Muhib Ullah 8 months ago in Feast
The Hidden Dangers of Plastic Lunch Boxes for Children
The Hidden Dangers of Plastic Lunch Boxes for Children: A Call for Healthier Alternatives In recent years, the use of plastic lunch boxes, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap has become a common practice among parents preparing meals for their school-going children. Mothers often pack food items, such as parathas, in plastic containers or wrap them in aluminum foil or plastic wrap for convenience. However, experts are raising serious concerns about the potential health risks associated with these materials. While they may seem practical, plastic lunch boxes and similar packaging can pose significant threats to children’s health, potentially disrupting their hormonal balance and depriving their bodies of essential nutrients. This article explores the dangers of plastic and aluminum in food storage and highlights why switching to safer alternatives, such as stainless steel, is critical for safeguarding children’s health.
By Muhib Ullah 8 months ago in Feast
Creamy Tuscan Chicken: A Comforting One-Pan Dinner You’ll Make Again and Again
There’s something magical about creamy dishes. They wrap you in warmth, like a soft blanket on a chilly evening. And this Creamy Tuscan Chicken? It’s comfort food with a touch of elegance—the kind of meal that makes you pause after your first bite and go, “Wow.”
By The Waiting Tree8 months ago in Feast
The Complete Sunscreen Guide: What Science Really Says About Safety and Protection
Last summer, while slathering sunscreen on my kids before a beach trip, I found myself staring at the ingredient list on the bottle. Oxybenzone, avobenzone, octinoxate these chemical names might as well have been written in a foreign language. That's when it hit me: I was applying this cocktail of chemicals to my children's skin every single day, yet I had no idea what any of it actually did to their bodies.
By Fathima Haniffa9 months ago in Feast
