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Yes, You Can Freeze Lemons—Here’s the Smart Way to Do It
2+ hour, 16+ min ago (440+ words) It's a simple and effective way to preserve this favorite citrus. pamela_d_mcadams / Getty Images Zeppelin King, citrus grower and co-owner of Butrico Groves, a citrus farm in Florida Yes, you can freeze the whole fruit! Zeppelin King, owner of Butrico Groves,…...
10 Foods You Should Never Reheat in the Microwave, According to a Food Scientist
2+ hour, 49+ min ago (760+ words) Plus, the best ways to warm them up instead. Microwaves, on the other hand, heat food from the inside-out. They emit microwave radiation" longer waves that penetrate deeply into the food"causing water, sugar, and fat molecules inside the food…...
Peanut Butter Sold in 40 States Recalled for Plastic Pieces—Here's What to Know
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (183+ words) Check your kitchen for single-serve packets. AtlasStudio / Getty Images The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a recall of single-serve peanut butter products due to possible plastic contamination. The recall was triggered after inspectors discovered pieces of blue plastic…...
How Long It Takes Strawberries to Grow—and How You Can Speed Up the Process
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (736+ words) Enjoy fresh fruit in no time. A vibrant, juicy strawberry is a delicacy like no other. And while grocery stores and farmers markets may overflow with this popular fruit, being able to grow your own guarantees the freshest, most delicious…...
12 Easy Ways to Eat More Fiber, According to Dietitians
2+ day, 9+ hour ago (654+ words) Simple, dietitian-approved strategies that make fiber easier to get'no diet overhaul required. istetiana / Getty Images Rather than cutting foods out, consider what you can add. Abbey Sharp, RD, frames this as an "additive approach to nutrition," encouraging people to toss…...
How to Grow an Orange Tree Indoors, According to Horticulturists
3+ day, 2+ hour ago (641+ words) With a bit of extra care and a lot of natural light, you can have a beautiful home orchard in no time. Getty / Nora Tarvus Oranges are a delicious part of any diet, providing a much-needed dose of vitamin C. A…...
What Eating Oatmeal Every Day Does to Your Body, According to Nutrition Experts
4+ day, 7+ hour ago (482+ words) It's an affordable and nutritious option to add to your diet. Arx0nt / Getty Images With these benefits in mind, you might consider eating oatmeal every day (or at the very least, more often). What will happen if you do? To find…...
How to Grow Sweet Potatoes Indoors, According to Gardening Experts
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (539+ words) Yes, you can grow these tasty tubers in your living room. Getty / Anucha Musapha 500px Sweet potatoes are a popular plant for vegetable gardens, but you don't need to have outdoor space to grow them. These delicious tubers can also thrive…...
How to Wash Citrus Fruit To Remove Waxes and Germs, According to Food Safety Experts
4+ day, 10+ hour ago (549+ words) Washing citrus is more important than you think. Helios8 / Getty Images Citrus fruits naturally produce their own waxy coating while growing. But that natural wax can be reduced or disrupted during post-harvest washing and handling. To compensate, producers sometimes apply food-grade…...
Are Potatoes Good for You? What Nutritionists Want You to Know
5+ day, 3+ hour ago (908+ words) There's no need to steer away from spuds'as long as you eat them the right way. Randi Gollin is a freelance food writer and editor who has been covering food, travel, and fashion for over 20 years. HUIZENG HU / Getty Images…...