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Love a good, fiery chili pepper? Nutritionists explain all the reasons they love you back. Mirrorimage-NL/Getty Images Are chili peppers good for you? Photo:Mirrorimage-NL/Getty Images We know that it’s delicious, but we asked experts for chili pepper health benefits. Heres exactly what makes spicy foodespecially chili peppersso good for your immune system, metabolism, and more. Brianna Wieser is a registered dietitian nutritionist atMOBE. Greg DuPree Chili peppers are hot because of the plant compound, capsaicin....

Sure, theyll get your pantry ready for a photo shootbut clear storage containers have drawbacks, too. Is it really worth buying those fancy pantry organizer containers? Blame home organization TV shows for our obsession with clear container storage. and begin transferring every possible pantry item to an alternative receptacle. Here, we review the pros and cons of clear storage containers. And if your heart is set on them, we have six tips for using them like a pro....

Discover how these ingredients differ in terms of appearance, smell, flavor, nutrition, and more. Well answer these questions and more in this exploration of coriander vs. cilantro. What Is Coriander? Photo:Getty Images Cooking with whole coriander seeds often elicits a stronger coriander flavor in recipes. What Is Cilantro? Coriander vs. Cilantro: Whats the Difference? Lets dive a little deeper into exactly how these parts of theCoriandrum sativumplant differ. Appearance As Davis already alluded to, the appearance of coriander and cilantro differ pretty significantly....

The whites are good for you, but theyre not the optimal option. Egg whites are nutritious when it comes to clean, vegetarian protein. But should you really be skipping out on the whole egg? Charles Masters We also share some healthy ways to eat egg whites. Egg Whites vs. Whole Eggs Whole eggsare very healthy (even theegg shells!). Victor Protasio (Nutrient density refers to a food’s nutritional value relative to its calorie count....

Plus, foods that have as much (or more) protein than eggs. But is this advice you should follow? This will help us answer the question of whether or not eggs are an overrated source of protein. Photo:Elena Danileiko/Getty Images The American Heart Association recommendsno more than 6 percentof your total calories coming from saturated fat. The plant protein closest in quality to animal sources is soy (such astofu), says Snyder....

Looks can be deceivingat least when it comes to eggs. Javier Zayas/Getty Images There’s a lot of buzz about egg yolk colors. So who’s right? Photo:Javier Zayas/Getty Images We turned to a registered dietitian to help settle the egg yolk color debate. (And give you some fun facts to share at your next brunch!) Why Are Some Egg Yolks Yellower Than Others? And there are a number of factors that can darken or lighten the yolk’s hue....

Is this an egg-cellent plant hack or a waste of time? Has your latest trip to your local garden center or nursery left you feeling out of options? One trick you might have heard of is using eggshells in yourplants soil. Photo:Bozena Milosevic/Getty Images Heres what you gotta know according to the experts. Are Eggshells Good for Plants? Lalicata notes that garden plants that produce fruit,such as tomatoes, can benefit from eggshells....

Plus, what to do if you have recalled food. Dotdash 2024 felt like the year offood recalls. Heres what an expert (and the data) has to say. Have There Been More Food Recalls Than Normal? Do not eat or serve the food to your family or pets, Harlander says. Clean any surfaces, utensils or containers the food touched. you could also sign up for alerts to be on top of recalls as they happen....

There’s a time and place for everything. KatarzynaBialasiewicz / Getty Images Want the latest trendy item but can’t afford it? The answer might surprise you. Photo:KatarzynaBialasiewicz / Getty Images Heres what you oughta know about furniture dupes and what interior designers really think of them. “High-end furniture is often made from superior materials and with meticulous craftsmanship,” interior designerAmy Switzersays. Good furniture is an investment, and some pieces can even increase in value over time....

This budget-friendly material has some durability issuesbut installing it yourself is an attractive option. Suchada Tansirimas/Getty Images Are you considering buying laminate countertops? For a long time, they had a pretty bad rep and were synonymous with dated, low-quality kitchens. Photo:Suchada Tansirimas/Getty Images But with advancements in technology, laminate has really seen ahuge improvementin its appearance and composition. They cover the surface material, cost, ease of installation, and major pros and cons....

Fungi on your lawn might actually be a good sign. Why Mushrooms Are Growing in Your Yard Mushrooms flourish in moist conditions withplenty of shade. “And decomposing plant material, such as leaves or wood, provides the nutrients mushrooms need. Photo:Image Depot Pro/Getty Images However, the fruiting fungi have some potential drawbacks. They can be unattractive in large numbers, and some are also poisonous to pets and children if ingested. Mushrooms have some risks associated with them, Sons says....

Eating olives regularly has several health advantages, including adding more fiber to your diet. But are olives good for you, and if so, why? Here are some of the biggest olive health benefits, according to science. Iron Protects Against Anemia Higher iron content is specific to black olives, including Kalamatas. Those dark little fruits (yes, olives are technically a fruit!) contain agood dose of iron, an essential nutrient that helps carry oxygen to the blood....

Don’t you just love when good food is good for you, too? Here are some key reasons why you should consider adding more onions of all colors to your diet. Improve Heart Health Eating onions can have a healthy impact on your cardiovascular system. Getty Images Darker-colored onions, like red onions and chartreuse onions, contain the highest amounts of quercetin. They’re one of the bestsources of flavonoids(including quercetin), phytochemicals with powerful antioxidant properties....