To think about cooking as purely functional would be to look at just one aspect of it. When in fact there are several reasons why we cook. Cooking makes food more edible and in doing so cuts down on the time it takes to digest it. Some foods we can eat raw, but there are
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You have no doubt heard of people who eat a gluten free diet. A gluten free diet excludes gluten, a protein found in wheat and related grains, like barley and rye. Gluten causes health problems in those who suffer with Celiac disease (CD) and in some cases those who may have allergies to wheat. Some have argued
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Eating vegetables is very beneficial for your health in several different ways, one most important is keeping your blood pressure low. Adding the most amounts of vegetables to your diet as you can protects you from other diseases like certain types of cancers, heart disease, and type II diabetes. Vegetables are packed with nutrients and
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An important part of cooking is also to know the flavors of herbs and spices and how to use them. Seasonings are the key to making a great meal. If you are not familiar with different herbs, experiment. Get to know the flavors and how herbs work to flavor your food.  Also be aware herbs
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