Consumer information regarding tuna often leaves people bewildered on the question, “Is canned tuna healthy?”  In light of the nutrition benefits of tilapia, or artic char, there are a number alternatives to tried and true tuna, so there are several things to be considered when determining whether it can be a part of a healthy [...] Read the full article

I recently returned from my first trip to China, where I was treated to some of the most unique foods I’ve ever encountered, and some amazingly great green tea.  The trip was a learning experience for any number of reasons (obviously), not least of which was the exposure to Chinese teas.  I grew up drinking [...] Read the full article

Experts agree that onions have been cultivated for at least the last 5000 years.  Both Egyptian and Indian writings detail their use as far back as 3500 B.C.  Ancient Egyptians ate onions for their ability to enhance physical prowess, and buried them with ancient Pharoahs to help wake the dead.  They also found use as [...] Read the full article

Convincing my kids to eat a healthy breakfast is nigh impossible, so this weekend, my wife was looking to put together a new muffin recipe, with  a goal of incorporating apple flavor to lure them  in, and sneaking in whole wheat for nutrition.  These delicious apple cinnamon bran muffins were the result. Ingredients 1/2 cup [...] Read the full article