Cooking & Baking Tips: Healthy Fats, Grain Prep & Substitutes

Mastering the kitchen involves understanding healthy fat profiles, variety-specific grain preparation, and safe food handling techniques.

Cinnamon and star anise

Can You Take Cinnamon With a Blood Thinner?

Revered for its medicinal properties by the ancient Egyptians, cinnamon is a savory spice found in the bark of Cinnamomum trees. Although it is a widely used spice, you may need to moderate your consumption if you are taking a blood thinner. The coumarin in the spice could increase your risk of bleeding.

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List of Complex Sugars

Unlike simple sugars, complex carbohydrates, also known as complex sugars, require more work to metabolize. Simple sugars quickly absorb into the bloodstream providing a quick rush of energy, according to Kids Health.

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White sesame seeds on black reflective surface

How to Take Raw Sesame Oil

Raw sesame oil is different than the varieties you commonly see in the grocery store. It usually exhibits a pale yellow color because it is procured through cold pressing raw sesame seeds rather than toasted ones. This results in a less flavorful taste that is markedly less nutty than roasted sesame oils.

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