No one likes being hungry. If you are looking for something to munch on throughout the day to keep yourself full and fueled, try these tasty, healthy snacks. PB & A Forget the peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Scrap the… read more
Nutrition
“Good” Bacteria? What You Should Know About Probiotics
You can buy them in tablets, powders and liquids. Some must be refrigerated and are pricey, while less expensive ones can found the in grocery store aisle. They’re marked as “gut healthy,” with “live active cultures” and “good bacteria.” They’re sold worldwide in health foods stores,… read more
Let’s spill the “Tea” on a Healthy Drink!
America is starting to turn over a new leaf, as more people prefer to drink tea rather than coffee. Data from the U.S. Tea Association states that 80% of U.S. households have tea in their kitchens, and more than half… read more
Make Your Water More Exciting
You’ve been hearing it your whole life — you should be drinking eight cups of water per day. But, is this actually true? We all have different body compositions, so how could our necessary water intake be universal? It isn’t.… read more
Get The Most Out Of The Food You Eat!
Did you know you can get more important nutrients out of the food you eat just by changing a few simple habits? Here are some interesting tips and tricks to get the most out of your food. SOFT BOILED EGGS… read more
What Happens to Our Bodies As We Age?
Unless we are Benjamin Button, we will continue to age forward with each day and year that passes. With good genes and good habits, we will live a very long and prosperous life. But, that doesn’t mean our body and… read more
Confessions of A Coffee Convert
Growing up, my dad always had coffee in hand. Each morning, he would shuffle down the hallway, his eyes barely open, boil water and wait. Then, gingerly, he would add it to his heaping teaspoon of instant coffee that had been plopped at the bottom… read more
An Ancient Tool for the Modern-Day Kitchen: Mortar and Pestle
In a sea of new cooking gadgets, there is one item that has remained unchanged throughout the ages. Nestled in the corner of the kitchen, this simple and sophisticated set sits ready and waiting, for soon it will be needed… read more
What Are The Benefits of Asparagus?
Asparagus is back! Head to your local grocery store or farmer’s market and pick up a stalk or two while they’re at their prime. This savory, highly nutritious vegetable is the perfect addition to any meal. Not only can asparagus… read more
We Tried It: Bulletproof Coffee!
If you keep up with current food and drink trends, you might have heard of something called Bulletproof Coffee. Here at Irving Publications, we were introduced to this interesting drink by our Executive Assistant, Sayeh Farah. Sayeh has been drinking… read more