Tips for Buying and Storing Cucumbers

Tips for Buying and Storing Cucumbers

Cucumbers are very common fruits with a lot of health benefits. But there is so much to know about these fruits (are you thinking they are vegetables?) that they almost come across as mysterious! Cucumbers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. They are...
Legumes and Why You Should Eat Them

Legumes and Why You Should Eat Them

Legumes are great sources of fat, protein and carbohydrates. Different varieties contain varying amounts of these nutrients, with beans, nuts, peas and lentils all having unique nutritional profiles. Although these foods are a staple of vegetarian diets,...
Uses of Corn

Uses of Corn

Corn (Zea mays) is a very versatile crop. It is essentially grass that has been cultivated and bred to the size it is today. Originally cultivated in Mexico 7,000 years ago, corn is now a staple of the global food supply. Corn is used in many ways other than feasting...
Types of Organic Fertilizers for Garden

Types of Organic Fertilizers for Garden

Organic fertilizers in the garden are more environmentally friendly than the traditional chemical ones. What are Organic Fertilizers? Unlike commercial chemical fertilizers, organic fertilizer for gardens is typically made of single ingredients and can be matched to...
How To Make Rice Flour

How To Make Rice Flour

The gluten in wheat flour can cause indigestion and other undesirable side effects. Since many foods are made with wheat flour, if you have gluten intolerance you can be limited in your choice of what to eat. Opting instead to learn how to make rice flour with either...