Raw eggs can harbor a bacteria called Salmonella. It often hides on the shell but can also enter the inside after contamination. This little bug...
As they age, some foods become more acidic because microorganisms transform the sugars they contain into organic acids. This phenomenon, known as fermentation, is carried...
Spinach is a real goldmine in terms of nutrition: rich in vitamins (notably A, K, and C), in minerals (such as magnesium, potassium, and iron), and also...
Pineapple is packed with a super effective enzyme called bromelain, which has a true superpower: it breaks down the long chains of proteins found in...
When we eat certain foods, digestion and oral bacteria come into play and release volatile sulfur compounds, such as hydrogen sulfide or methyl mercaptan. These...
When you don't get enough sleep, your body slightly disrupts the hormones responsible for managing hunger. Ghrelin, the one that screams "I'm hungry!", skyrockets and...
This expression comes from the 19th century, a time when eating quickly with one's fingers, without plates or cutlery, was common among rushed workers or...
Insulin is a hormone produced by your pancreas, whose main job is to regulate blood sugar (glucose) levels. When you eat, especially carbohydrates, your sugar...
Digesting a hearty meal is hard work for our bodies. To ensure digestion, the body heavily relies on the stomach, intestines, and liver. These organs...
As you age, your body naturally burns fewer calories even at rest: this is called the basal metabolism. This phenomenon begins in your thirties and...