fact or fiction
Is it a fact or is it merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the lesser known truths in the food universe.
Red and Processed Meat: What You Need to Know
Just when you thought you had made a sound decision to cut back on red and processed meat, scientists have turned the table on you. New claims from a comprehensive study indicate that one can safely eat red and processed meats several times a week with no health issues.
By Michael J. Albee6 years ago in Feast
Baked Beans Are Different from Pork and Beans
Some people confuse baked beans with pork and beans. However, it is hard to believe anyone can get them mixed up, considering there are some major differences between the two dishes. They both contain navy beans, but there are some major differences between them, mainly because they do not include the same ingredients, and they are not prepared the same way.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Feast
Differences Between Cupcakes and Muffins
Many people like muffins and cupcakes. Some people like cupcakes better than muffins. Some people like muffins better than cupcakes. Then there is another group who says they don't care, as long as they have something sweet to eat. Even though muffins and are cupcakes are delicious desserts, they are different.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Feast
Why Does Swiss Cheese Have Holes?
Some people think Swiss cheese is produced only in Switzerland because of its name. In spite of the name, the Swiss cheese that Americans eat is produced primarily in the United States and Canada. Over 297.8 million pounds are produced in the United States every year.
By Margaret Minnicks7 years ago in Feast
What's in Your Food
We all know the responsible thing to do is read the food labels before you buy groceries, but how do you really know which foods to avoid? Some of the ingredients we see are straightforward, but others are vague. How many people really know what the terms natural flavoring and artificial flavoring really mean.
By Naima Omar7 years ago in Feast
Behind the Bacon Burger
The phrase ignorance is bliss would perfectly caption food consumerism in America. For too long consumers have turned a blind eye to how food is produced and the workers who process it. Most consumers in America believe the threats of this way of food processing has no direct impact to them. However, it’s not only the moral aspect consumers should look at but also the disease's that come with it. Sanitation, harmful additives, and inhumane treatment of both the animals and workers should be of great concern to consumers around the world.
By Tony Campbell7 years ago in Feast
The Scott’s Porage Oats Man and I
As I settled down to my hearty bowl of porridge the other morning, my eyes strayed casually to the cereal box in front of me. As I fixed my gaze once again upon his taught torso, I experienced the sudden realisation that the The Scott's Porage Oats Man and I, actually go back a very, very long way.
By Sam Derbyshire7 years ago in Feast
