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Lemon Peel Benefits

Beyond the Juice: Benefits of Lemon Peel

Lemons are useful in countless culinary and household applications, but their value doesn’t stop at the juice. Lemon peel is a surprisingly nutrient-dense ingredient that can be added to many different kinds of food. Here, more about lemon peel and its many health benefits.

Finished Good Processing

What Are Finished Goods and How Are They Processed?

What are finished goods? How do they fit into the food production process? Read to learn more about how a premium provider of dried ingredients like Silva ensures quality and safety through a state-of-the-art production process.

Hidden Vegetables

Hidden Veggies: Different Ways to Get Your Daily Intake

Who among us doesn’t have a childhood memory of sitting at the dinner table with a plateful of broccoli or spinach in front of us and being admonished: eat your vegetables! The good news is that it’s never been easier to incorporate veggies into your daily diet without forcing yourself to eat something you hate.

Parsley Health Benefits

Parsley: More Than Just a Garnish

If you think of parsley as just a useless garnish, you’re probably not alone. The truth is, though, that parsley has a unique and cherished flavor while also being full of nutrients. Learn more about the nutritional value and health benefits of parsley.

Dill Weed Benefits

What Are the Health Benefits of Dill Weed?

If you ask the average American what dill weed is used for, they’re likely to say pickles. But dill is much more than just an additive for pickle brine or a garnish on cold soups. What may also be surprising to many people is that dill contains nutrients that offer a number of health benefits.

Chives vs Green Onions

Chives, Scallions, and Green Onions: What’s the Difference?

Scallions and green onions are two interchangeable terms for the same vegetable: an immature onion derived from various species of the Allium family. Yet while green onions and scallions are the same thing, chives are a little bit different.

Benefits of Brussels Sprouts

Eating Healthier With Brussels Sprouts

Compared to some other vegetables, Brussels sprouts are known to have a somewhat controversial reputation. But whether the idea of eating them is appealing or revolting to you, what can’t be denied is that Brussels sprouts are loaded with valuable nutrients.

Organic Certified

Everything You Need to Know About Organic Certification

The “organic” label has become much more common in grocery stores throughout America, but what does it really mean? Read to learn more about the organic certification process and the criteria used by the USDA to determine eligibility.

Snacking Trends

Snacking Trends in America Post-Pandemic

In more ways than can perhaps be counted, the COVID-19 pandemic has prompted Americans to change the ways they operate on a day-to-day basis. Some of the biggest trends and changes in the realm of how and what we eat are related to snack foods.

Jalapeno Peppers

About Jalapeño Peppers

The mighty jalapeño is one of the most popular peppers in the world. Known for being spicy, it’s actually more mild than many other chile peppers. Here, learn more about jalapeños, how they can be used, and their health benefits.