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Food Additives and GRAS (Generally Recognised as Safe): what does that really mean?
Food additives that are approved for human consumption require safety analysis and regulatory approval. However, GRAS (Generally Recognised as Safe) substances are considered safe for consumption based on a history of common use in food or scientific evidence, or consensus among experts. Also, they are only tested on animals and not humans. Does this process perhaps need revising?
Read MoreRecipe: Whole milk ricotta
With the price of food items increasing, have you thought about making your own cheese for a fraction of the cost that you would pay for it in the supermarket? If not, we suggest having a look at this simple Ricotta recipe.
Read MoreLife’s Unforeseen Turns: Desire to Live
After losing her husband suddenly, Shona deals with the double bombshell of a cancer diagnosis for both her and her mother. We follow her journey through loss, chemotherapy and surgery. Despite the constant adversity, this is the start of something positive in her life.
Read MoreRecipe: Peach Crumble with Cardamom Custard
A fruit crumble is fairly easy to make, and when in season, the taste of peaches and nectarines can surprise many at the table. Also, the cardamom-and-honey-based custard does make a difference when serving this dessert.
Read MoreIntroduction to: The Ketogenic Diet (Part 1)
The ketogenic diet is designed to induce a metabolic state known as ketosis, where the body's primary source of energy shifts from carbohydrates to fats. Its first application was helping with epilepsy and reducing seizures. If a ketogenic diet is able to help with such a serious condition, we should wonder about the positive effects it might have on those who are already healthy.
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